Canadian & World Studies @ BRDHS
Grade 9 CGC1D (Compulsory) - Destreamed: Issues in Canadian Geography
This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place to live.
Grade 10 Compulsory
- CHC2D, 2P or 2L - Canadian History since WWI
- CHV2OH - Civics
Senior Geography Electives
- Grade 11 CGF3M - Forces of Nature
- Grade 12 CGR4M - The Environment and Resource Management
Senior History Electives
Grade 11 CHW3M - World History to the 16th Century
Grade 12 CHY4U - World History
Specialist High Skills Major in the Environment
Students interested in a post-secondary education or a career in environmental science or environmental studies should consider obtaining a Specialist High Skills Major in the Environment. Students will receive special recognition on their diploma, and achieve the following:
- A “foot in the door” for future education and employment
- Core “bundle” of courses, with an emphasis on the environment, geography and science
- Co-op placement
- Specialized training
- Experiential learning opportunities
- Hands-on learning activities
- Field trips related to environment
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