Part 1 of this power point with audio gives an overview of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms since its beginning. It discusses what the Charter is and is not and explains in detail the meaning using examples in the specific sections of the [more]
The second part of the powerpoint presentation with audio, on the Charter of Rights and Freedoms talks about Section 8, search and seizure. It delves more deeply into all the tests the courts do to determine if there really is a Charter infringement [more]
This inquiry based activity focuses on charities and non-profit organizations. The content specifically addresses outcome S6 in Social Studies 10, 20 and 30. Based on a fundamental assumption that students should be involved in [more]
This lesson is applicalble as an extension to students studying governance models in social studies and involves student understanding of governance in non-profit organizations. The lesson involves students adopting or creating a governance [more]
This inquiry project can be used with students from grades 9-12 in the area of environmental issues and the law. It is applicable to social studies, science, or CTS Legal Studies. The assignment in this issue involves inquiry about the law [more]
This powerpoint presentation from the Edmonton John Howard Society provides a good overview and background to the Youth Criminal Justice Act and can set the stage for other lessons. The "Un-Narrated" version does not have the voice over or automatic transitions so [more]