In the Trenches with Andrew Robertshaw

Ruthven Park is pleased to welcome Andy Robertshaw back to the site for our World War I Education Day this fall! During this exclusive program students will be immersed in knowledge of World War I from several experts during this special program.

Grade 8 and up.

Limited Availability! First come first served.

$10 per student

Morning and Afternoon Slots

Curriculum Connections

These are simply a selection of applicable connections. There are more connections from other grades.

  • Academic

    A1.5 use the concepts of historical thinking when analysing, evaluating evidence about, and formulating conclusions and/or judgements regarding historical issues, events, and/or developments in Canada since 1914

    B1.4 explain the impact on Canadian society and politics of some key events and/or developments during World War I

    Applied

    A1.5 use the concepts of historical thinking when analysing, evaluating evidence about, and formulating conclusions and/or judgments regarding historical issues, events, and/or developments in Canada since 1914

    B1.4 describe the impact that World War I had on Canadian society and politics and the lives of different people in Canada, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and communities

  • University Preparation

    D2.1 describe domestic and international conflicts in which Canadian military forces participated during this period and assess their contribution to the development of Canada, including the development of identity in Canada

    D2.4 analyse how various international events and developments contributed to the development of Canada’s political autonomy during this period