Grade 12 Canadian & World Studies

Students analyze the Canadian Constitution, the division of powers between federal and provincial governments, and the ongoing tensions that federalism creates.

Students investigate the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, its impact on Canadian law and society, and landmark Supreme Court cases.

Students examine the role of political parties in Canadian democracy, the first-past-the-post electoral system, and the ongoing debate about electoral reform.

Analysis of the concentration of power within the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the role of the Cabinet in decision-making.

Tracing how a bill becomes a law and the role of the Senate as a chamber of 'sober second thought'.

An investigation into the Supreme Court of Canada and its power to strike down laws under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Students examine the sovereignty movement in Quebec, the 1980 and 1995 referendums, and the broader question of national unity in a diverse federation.

Students explore Indigenous governance systems, the movement towards self-governance, and the evolving relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state.

Students investigate the dynamics of federal-provincial relations, including areas of cooperation and conflict, such as healthcare and resource management.

Students examine the structure, functions, and effectiveness of the United Nations and its various agencies.

Students investigate the origins and evolution of NATO, its role in collective security, and contemporary challenges.

Students explore the evolution of Canada's peacekeeping role, its successes and failures, and modern peace-building efforts.

Students examine the concept of soft power and how Canada uses diplomacy, cultural exchange, and foreign aid to exert influence.

Students explore the tension between national sovereignty and international human rights norms, including the concept of humanitarian intervention.

Analyzing the impact of trade agreements like CUSMA/USMCA and the role of the WTO in regulating international commerce.

How Canada determines its priorities in a shifting geopolitical landscape involving China, Russia, and the USA.

The rising power of NGOs, multinational corporations, and extremist groups in international politics.

Students examine the concept of R2P, its origins, application, and controversies in international law and intervention.

Students examine the motivations and consequences of European exploration, the Columbian Exchange, and the emergence of global trade networks.

Students critically examine the era of European colonialism and its impact on Indigenous populations and the development of colonized regions.

Students investigate the origins, mechanics, and devastating human and economic impact of the transatlantic slave trade.

Exploring the intellectual roots of democracy, individual rights, and secularism through the works of key Enlightenment thinkers.

Students examine the causes, course, and consequences of the American Revolution, including its influence on other independence movements.

Students investigate the causes, key events, and radical transformations of the French Revolution, including the Reign of Terror and Napoleon.

Students compare the Haitian Revolution with other Atlantic revolutions, focusing on its unique challenges and profound impact on the concept of liberty.

Analyzing the technological shift that transformed economies and social classes, focusing on its origins in Britain and early innovations.

Students investigate the rise of new social classes, urbanization, labor movements, and early critiques of capitalism.

Students examine the complex web of alliances, imperialism, militarism, and nationalism that led to the outbreak of WWI.

Students investigate trench warfare, new technologies, and the Treaty of Versailles, analyzing its impact on the interwar period.

Analyzing the ideologies of Fascism, Nazism, and Stalinism, and how totalitarian leaders gained and maintained power.

Students examine the failures of appeasement, the rise of aggressive expansionism, and key events of WWII in Europe and Asia.

Students investigate the systematic persecution and extermination of Jews and other groups during the Holocaust, and its implications for human rights.

Students explore the ideological clash between the US and USSR, the division of Europe, and the early crises of the Cold War.

The wave of independence movements across Asia and Africa, and their impact on the bipolar world order of the Cold War.

Students investigate the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, and periods of détente, analyzing the dynamics of superpower rivalry.

Global struggles for equality, including the US Civil Rights movement, Anti-Apartheid, and women's rights movements.

Analyze the global climate crisis, its disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities, and international policy responses.

Examine the root causes of global economic inequality and evaluate different approaches to international development aid.

Investigate the causes of forced migration, the humanitarian responses to global displacement, and international refugee policies.

Explore how technology and social media are transforming politics, public discourse, and the spread of misinformation.

Analyzing the political and economic response to global health crises like COVID-19, and the role of international health organizations.

Investigating the global governance of AI, its ethical implications, and its potential impact on human rights and employment.

The links between access to water, minerals, and energy and geopolitical stability, including potential 'water wars'.

Evaluating the progress of women's rights, the impact of gender-based violence globally, and the concept of feminist foreign policy.

Students investigate the challenges of global food security, the impact of climate change on agriculture, and sustainable food systems.

Comparing the theoretical foundations and real-world applications of different economic systems, including mixed economies.

How the Bank of Canada and other central banks influence the economy via interest rates, inflation, and monetary policy.

Analyzing the role of international financial institutions in managing sovereign debt and their impact on developing nations.

Investigating how the movement of money across borders affects national budgets, income inequality, and global security.

The impact of outsourcing, global supply chains, and the role of international labor unions in protecting workers' rights.

Analyzing the shift of economic power toward Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, and its implications for global governance.

Students investigate the causes and consequences of major financial crises (e.g., 2008) and the need for international financial regulation.

Students explore the dynamics of the global energy market, including fossil fuels, renewable energy, and geopolitical implications.

Students examine the economic and environmental impacts of global consumerism and the pursuit of sustainable consumption patterns.

Analyzing the 1948 document, its historical context, and its application in the modern world.

Case studies of the Holocaust, Rwanda, and the Uyghurs, and the 'Responsibility to Protect' (R2P) doctrine.

The varying legal status and social acceptance of LGBTQ2S+ individuals around the world, and the role of international advocacy.

Exploring the right to a healthy environment, the legal battles of 'climate refugees', and corporate accountability for environmental harm.

The legal boundaries of expression in Canada and in digital spaces, and the challenges of regulating online content.

Comparing different approaches to crime and healing, including Indigenous sentencing circles and their effectiveness.

Students investigate the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and global issues of child labor, trafficking, and education.

Students explore the movement for disability rights, accessibility, and inclusive societies, both nationally and internationally.

Students examine the challenges to privacy posed by surveillance, data collection, and social media in the digital era.

Assess Canada's current standing on the global stage and the gap between its ideals and actions.

Assess the progress of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in Canada since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

Evaluate the health of Canadian democracy, identify current threats, and propose solutions to strengthen democratic institutions.

Synthesize learning to articulate a vision for Canada's future, considering social, economic, and environmental aspirations.

Analyzing sovereignty, environmental change, resource development, and Indigenous rights in the Canadian North.

The challenges of growing cities, housing affordability, public transit, and sustainable urban development in Canada.

Automation, the gig economy, and the potential for Universal Basic Income in shaping Canada's future labor market.

Students analyze trends in immigration, aging populations, and regional demographic shifts and their implications for Canada.

Students explore Canada's capacity for innovation, its role in the global economy, and strategies for future economic competitiveness.