An 18th-century explorer writes about his experiences with the native peoples who inhabited what is now Canada.

Reveals the experiences of early Sikhs in Canada and discusses their transformation from "immigrants" to "Canadians."

A virtual tour of Canadian history. Includes exhibits for kindergarten students through high school seniors.

A seven-volume study of Canada's history and culture including photos, articles, and essays.

The National Archives of Canada presents a collection of documents, including portraits, historical maps, and medals relating to the country's constitutional history.

Explores Canada's role in the American Civil War as well as the war's impact on Canadian confederation. Includes timeline and a collection of little-known stories.

Offers background information on the names of Canada's provinces, territories, capital cities, and national parks.

Covers a wide variety of topics, including the origins of dog sled mail, the history of pensions, golf, nursing, TV, fisheries, and native people.

Tells about the lives and achievements of Canadian women who have made outstanding contributions to society.

The story of the merchants and explorers who settled Canada. From PBS.

Webquest created for fifth and sixth grade students.

An introduction to a few of the men and women who made Canada great. In English and French.

Documents pioneer life at Fort Victoria and includes a collection of medical instruments of Dr. Helmcken, pioneer doctor

From prehistory to the present. Brief descriptions of the important events in Canadian history.

Follow the adventures of these fictional characters who prove Canadian history isn't boring.

Learn about daily life in the Victorian Era through this virtual tour.

Article from the Department of History at Marianopolis College describing the why the Quebec Act was written and the implications it has had on history.

Review lessons for the Quebec required course, "The History of Quebec and Canada". Includes a review of each of the seven modules, links to other web sites dealing with the topics, and quizzes.

In 1852, Scottish immigrants built Craigflower farm and schoolhouse under the Hudson's Bay Company. This interactive site provides a virtual tour of the self-sufficient farm, as well as an introduction to school and farm life.

Draws attention to 100 events in Canadian history that most affected the nation and its people.

Gives an overview of the Northwest Passage, fur trade, scientific expeditions, and culture of the 1800s from the National Archives of Canada.

Provides overview of the gold rush, along with detailed information on related topics. Includes folk songs and interactive games.

A virtual tour of this 1850s town, a look at its people, and a special collection of activities for kids.