CHI4U – Canada: History, Identity, and Culture
Course Title: Canada: History, Identity, and Culture (CHI4U), Grade 12, University Preparation
Course Name: Canada: History, Identity, and Culture
Course Code: CHI4U
Grade: 12
Course Type: University Preparation
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities
Course Description:
This course traces the history of Canada, focusing on the evolution of national identity and culture as well as the experiences of diverse communities. Students will examine developments and events from precontact to the present, exploring how historical events have shaped Canadian identity and heritage. Through historical inquiry and analysis of primary and secondary sources, students will develop research, critical thinking, and analytical skills while making connections between past and present. The course prepares students for postsecondary studies in history, law, political science, and social sciences.
Unit Overview:
| Unit Title | Total Allocated |
|---|---|
| Unit 1: Canada, Origins to 1774 | 23 hrs |
| Unit 2: Canada, 1774–1867 | 25 hrs |
| Mid-Term Exam | 2 hrs |
| Unit 3: Canada, 1867–1945 | 25 hrs |
| Unit 4: Canada since 1945 | 25 hrs |
| Unit 5: Course Culminating Activity | 10 hrs |
| Total | 110 hrs |
Assessment:
Students demonstrate achievement through written work, projects, research, discussions, reflective activities, and formal testing.
| Assessment Category | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Knowledge and Understanding | 25% |
| Thinking and Inquiry | 25% |
| Communication | 25% |
| Application | 25% |
Tips for Success – CHI4U (Canada: History, Identity, and Culture):
Welcome to CHI4U: Grade 12 Canada – History, Identity, and Culture! To succeed, check announcements and course messages daily, track all due dates on the course calendar, and complete assignments, research, and projects on time. Review instructions and evaluation criteria carefully, ask questions early, and use teacher feedback to improve your work. Plan for 1–2 hours of focused study daily, stay organized, engaged, and proactive, and participate actively in discussions and collaborative activities to develop research, critical thinking, and analytical skills. This course will prepare you for postsecondary studies in history, social sciences, and related fields
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