Curated OER
Politics Up Close: An Election Assignment
Students examine the Canadian electoral process through participation in a local election campaign. They volunteer in an election campaign of their choice, research the campaign issues, and write reflections of their experience.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Joe Clark
An article on the life and political career of Joe Clark. Explains why he was a successful politician and what he accomplished as Prime Minister.
Other
Historica Canada: Conservatism
An excellent overview of conservatism and conservatives in Canada. Includes suggested readings and links to other sites.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: John Turner
Presents a biography of Prime Minister John Turner and what he was able to accomplish with his time in office.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Charlottetown Accord
Provides background information on the Charlottetown Accord and why the referendum failed to be approved by the Canadian public.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Lucien Bouchard
An overview of Lucien Bouchard's life and his contributions to Quebec. Presents his life story and his political career.
Other
Canadian Content: Canadians in Politics
A list is provided of famous people in Canadian politics with short biographical sketches included.
BBC
Bbc News: Stephen Harper
The BBC provides a brief profile of Stephen Harper who became Canada's Prime Minister in 2006.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Trudeaumania
A brief review of what Trudeaumania was, of Pierre Trudeau's popularity, and a look at his equally popular son, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Merna A Forster
Heroines: Rosemary Brown
Great for studying Women's History, Black History, or Canadian Politics. Links to both radio and video clips as well.
Merna A Forster
Heroines: Ellen Louks Cook Fairclough, Politician
Great way to combine studying politics and women's studies. Links and a book reference are included here.