All grade 10 students take Canadian history –– offered in both French (5) and English (1). This course "explores social, economic, and political developments and events and their impact on the lives of different individuals, groups, and communities, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities, in Canada since 1914. Students will examine the role of conflict and cooperation in Canadian society, Canada’s evolving role within the global community, and the impact of various individuals, organizations, and events on identities, citizenship, and heritage in Canada. Students will develop an understanding of some of the political developments and government policies that have had a lasting impact on First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities. They will develop their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating key issues and events in Canadian history since 1914" (Ontario Curriculum). 

Current 25/26 teachers: K. MacTavish (English), A. Magney (English), I. Ayala (English), L. Michael (French)

Link to current course outline (English version)

Offered in English (1) or French (5), Civics "explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a democratic society. Students will explore issues of civic importance and the influence of social media, while developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the local, national, and/or global community. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking and the political inquiry process to investigate, and express informed opinions about, a range of political issues and developments that are both of significance in today’s world and of personal interest to them. This course also includes learning on digital literacy and critical-thinking skills, the mechanisms of government, Indigenous governance systems and structures, the historical foundations of the rights and freedoms we enjoy in Canada, ways in which government policy affects individuals’ lives and the economy, and ways for students to serve their communities" (Ontario Curriculum).

Current 25/26 teachers: I. Ayala (English), E. Cancilla (English), A. Magney (English), L. Michael (French)

Link to current course outline (English version)

Offered in English this school year, NAC2O "explores the histories of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples in Canada from precontact to the present day. Students will examine the impact of past social, cultural, economic, political, and legal trends and developments on First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities and individuals. Students will apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process to investigate a range of issues, events, and interactions that have affected First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, including those that continue to affect relations between Indigenous peoples and other Canadians today" (Ontario Curriculum).

Note: NAC2O can replace your CHC2D credit. 

Current 25/26 teacher: V. Lopes

Link to 24/25 course outline.