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Greenpeace: Explore Alberta a Tar Sands Vacation Video

For Students 9th - 10th
This video is a satirical look at what a summer vacation to the tar sands would be like. Awaken to propane cannons scaring birds off the toxic lakes, take your children to swim at a tarry beach, and so on. You can also check the weather...
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Pembina Institute: Oilsands Watch

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a group that acts as a watchdog for the tar sands oil industry. It has articles and videos about the tar sands, as well as links to other websites on energy issues.
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Interactive
Glenbow Museum

Glenbow Museum: Mavericks: An Incorrigible History of Alberta

For Students 9th - 10th
The Glenbow Museum presents the stories of almost 40 different mavericks who shaped the history of Alberta. The website breaks down the province's history into the following nine areas: Uninvited Guests, Mounties, Railway, Ranching,...
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Glenbow Museum

Glenbow Museum: Calgary in the 1950's

For Students 3rd - 5th
Jack de Lorme was a photographer for the Calgary Sun in the 1950s. His photographs form the basis for this exhibit which explores the city of Calgary at that time. It is designed for Grades 3 to 6. This was a critical time in Calgary's...
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Handout
Alberta Online Encyclopedia

Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Alberta's Petroleum Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
An online resource designed to promote learning more about Canada and Alberta's rich petroleum heritage. It features teaching units, stories, historical photographs, audio, and a WebQuest.
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Government of Alberta

Alberta Historic Sites and Museums: Oil Sands Discovery Centre

For Students 9th - 10th
The Oil Sands Discovery Centre in Fort McMurray is operated by the Alberta government but sponsored by private companies and individuals. It tells the story of the history and development of the oil sands.