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Description
This educational resource from Ducks Unlimited Canada's Grassland Resource Pack offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of agriculture in Canada, from Indigenous land stewardship practices to modern farming methods. Designed for educators, the guide includes engaging, curriculum-aligned materials that highlight key historical milestones, environmental impacts, and the relationship between agriculture and wetlands. It encourages students to explore how farming has shaped Canadian landscapes, economies, and communities while promoting sustainable practices for the future.
Your students will learn about some of the oldest sustainable farming methods and what everyone can learn from Indigenous perspectives on cultivation.
General Assessment
Recommendation of how and where to use it
A History of Agriculture in Canada is a rich teaching tool for grades 9 and up in biology, environmental science, or geography. Use it to trace the evolution of agriculture, understand its ecological footprint, and spark discussions or hands-on projects. It can be effectively used in conjunction with other modules (e.g. Module 1: Grassland Ecosystems and Module 3: Sustainable Agriculture) for a multi-session unit.
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- AGR1010: Introduction to Agriculture
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- Specialized Science 12: Biodiversity is dependent on the complex interactions and processes between biotic and abiotic factors
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- Environmental Science 621A: Natural Resources
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- Agriscience 801A: Crop Production
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- Environmental Science 11: Human practices affect the sustainability of ecosystems
- Environmental Science 11:Humans can play a role in stewardship and restoration of ecosystems
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- Specialized Science 12: Biodiversity is dependent on the complex interactions and processes between biotic and abiotic factors
Themes Addressed
Citizenship (2)
- Ecological Footprint
- Sustainable Consumption
Ecosystems (2)
- Appreciating the Natural World
- Biodiversity
Food & Agriculture (5)
- Conventional Farming
- Food Security
- Local Food
- Organic Farming
- Subsistence Farming
Indigenous Knowledge (1)
- TEK -- Traditional Ecological Knowledge