Social Studies 7

Unit 1: Introduction to Canada’s Pacific and Northern Neighbours

• Lesson 1: Overview of Canada’s Geography
  I can identify major geographical features of Canada and its Pacific and Northern neighbours.

• Lesson 2: Indigenous Peoples and Their Land
  I can explain the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their environment.

• Lesson 3: Cultural and Historical Overview of Pacific Rim Countries
  I can describe the cultural diversity in Pacific Rim countries and how it compares to Canada.

• Lesson 4: Exploring Circumpolar Countries
  I can identify and locate circumpolar countries and explain their significance to Canada.

• Lesson 5: Interdependence and Global Connections
  I can analyze the economic and environmental interdependence between Canada and its northern and Pacific neighbours.

Unit 2: Human-Environment Interaction

• Lesson 6: Impact of Geography on Human Settlement
  I can explain how geography influences human settlement patterns in Canada and the Pacific Rim.

• Lesson 7: Sustainable Use of Resources
  I can assess how different countries use their natural resources and the impact on the environment.

• Lesson 8: Climate Change and its Effects
  I can explain how climate change is affecting the Arctic and Pacific regions and propose solutions.

• Lesson 9: Human Impact on the Environment
  I can evaluate the impact of human activities on the environment in Canada and Pacific Rim countries.

• Lesson 10: Environmental Stewardship
  I can discuss the importance of environmental stewardship and identify ways to contribute to sustainability.

Unit 3: Globalization and Technology

• Lesson 11: Understanding Globalization
  I can define globalization and identify examples of its impact on local communities.

• Lesson 12: Global Trade and Canada
  I can analyze how globalization affects trade between Canada and its Pacific Rim neighbours.

• Lesson 13: Technological Advances and Society
  I can discuss how technological advances have impacted societies in the Pacific Rim and Northern regions.

• Lesson 14: Canada’s Role in Global Organizations
  I can examine Canada’s participation in global organizations and its impact on international relations.

• Lesson 15: The Digital Divide
  I can explore the digital divide and its implications for different regions, including Canada.

Unit 4: Power, Authority, and Governance

• Lesson 16: Types of Government
  I can compare different types of governments in circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries with Canada's system.

• Lesson 17: Democracy in Canada and Beyond
  I can explain the principles of democracy and how they are applied in Canada and other nations.

• Lesson 18: Indigenous Governance and Treaties
  I can understand the role of treaties and Indigenous governance in Canada.

• Lesson 19: Current Events and Government Policies
  I can analyze how current events influence government policies in Canada and its neighbouring countries.

• Lesson 20: Power and Authority in Different Cultures
  I can discuss the sources and uses of power in different cultures, focusing on Canada and the Pacific Rim.

Unit 5: Resources, Wealth, and Sustainable Development

• Lesson 21: Natural Resources and Economy
  I can assess how natural resources contribute to the economy in Canada and circumpolar countries.

• Lesson 22: Traditional Economies and Modern Challenges
  I can compare traditional economies with modern economic challenges in the Pacific and Northern regions.

• Lesson 23: Resource Management and Sustainability
  I can evaluate the sustainability of resource management practices in Canada and the Pacific Rim.

• Lesson 24: Economic Development and Indigenous Peoples
  I can analyze the impact of economic development on Indigenous communities in Canada and beyond.

• Lesson 25: Global Economic Policies and Their Impact
  I can discuss how global economic policies influence the distribution of wealth and resources in circumpolar and Pacific Rim countries.