Age of Reconciliation

Wells Suen

Vancouver, British Columbia

I chose this question because having a residential school as a National Historic Site contributes to a more inclusive history of Canada.

Almost Historical

Alecia LeBlanc

Victoria, British Columbia

I'm fascinated by the idea that history is ever-changing as new information is uncovered.

Amor De Cosmos and Confederation

Adrian Molenkamp

Surrey, British Columbia

‘Amor De Cosmos rightfully deserves the title of BC’s “Father of Confederation”.’

An Emblem's Role: The Flag or the Process Itself?

Sarah Sherwood

Victoria, British Columbia

Because this year marks our nation's flag's 50th anniversary, there would be no better time than the present to learn about that process.

An Innovative Chapter Fades

Kevin Feng

Victoria, British Columbia

My favorite part of history is observing the collaboration of the wide variety of groups that contributed to the formation of Canada.

Are Indigenous Languages An Aboriginal Right

Lelia Houbé

North Vancouver, British Columbia

I chose this question as Aboriginal rights interest me. I thought that if I researched them my appreciation for the subject would grow.

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