At a glance
In this activity, students
- reflect on the question of inclusion and exclusion, then work together to examine case studies related to voting rights in federal elections for three different groups
- create a “timeline with attitude” that shows how a group was included or excluded in Canadian democracy over time, and
- find out about the history of the federal vote through a video and an infographic.
Big idea
The right to vote has not always existed for everyone in Canada. Voting was once seen as a privilege: certain groups were excluded at different times. Now almost all Canadian citizens over 18 have the right to vote.
Subjects
This activity can be used in a history, social studies, civics or citizenship class.
Language learner version
This activity includes a version for language learners and struggling readers. Plain language and simple sentences make this version ideal for lower-literacy, immersion and second language students. Also, there are fewer activity cards, so students can complete the activity in the allotted time and achieve the same learning outcomes.
Level:
Secondary
Time needed:
60 minutes