Canada: The History of Her-Story

Sarah Abdel Gabar

Mississauga, Ontario

As a proud woman in a country and century I am considered equal, I was interested in learning about a time when women were oppressed.

Canada's Flag: From British to Canadian

Bailey Cripps

Waterdown, Ontario

Our flag is no longer a relic of the past but a symbol which carries meaning from our collective history and into the unforeseeable future.

Canada's Maple Leaf Flag: A Reflection of Society

Bill Shu

Markham, Ontario

The Maple Leaf Flag of Canada is a magnificently symbolic representation of the nation, with an interesting background story.

Canadian Heroes: Nation Builders or Terrorists?

Gordon Lee

Richmond Hill, Ontario

I enjoy exploring questions of Canadian identity.

Canadian Women and War: Thriving in a Man's World

Jovana Pajovic

Mississauga, Ontario

From confederation, Canada has changed a lot. Learning history helps me better understand how we live the way we do today.

Combat de femme en temps de guerre

Chloé Mailloux

Sturgeon Falls, Ontario

Ce sujet m'intéresse car grâce à la lutte des femmes au Canada, les filles de mon âge sont libres de faire ce qu'elles veulent aujourd'hui.

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