The Rights Revolution: Riel, Macdonald and Stamps

Kelvin Mansaray

Halifax, Nova Scotia

I am deeply inspired by the ideals for which Louis Riel stood. As a minority member myself, I can relate.

The Ripple Effect that Began in Manitoba

Anthony Berg

London, Ontario

Equality has always been something that I value as a person, and the question about equality seemed to be the most relatable topic.

The Road to Success

Victoria Harper

Etobicoke , Ontario

My favourite part of Canadian History is World War II. I find this topic absolutely riveting and enjoy watching related historical movies.

The Road to Women’s Suffrage in Canada

Justin Lin

Winnipeg, Manitoba

My favourite part of Canadian history is learning about Great Canadians such as Terry Fox and Frederick Banting.

The Root of Reconciliation

Simran Sallan

Calgary, Alberta

I believe we must embed traditional means of restorative justice into our current criminal justice system to acknowledge historic policies.

The Sculpting of my Identity

Kate Lehner

Toronto, Ontario

Canada’s immigration policy before the Holocaust greatly impacted me, a Jewish Canadian three generations later.

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