Canadian and World Studies

Issues in Canadian Geography (CGC1D)

Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Academic
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites: None
This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live. Preview Course
Interested in taking this course?
  • If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
  • If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
CAD $40.00
$40.00
Admin Fee
Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Academic
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites: None
This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live. Preview Course

Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.

Interested in taking this course?
  • If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
  • If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.

Course Overview

This course examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographic thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live

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Course Syllabus

1.1   Exploring Canada's natural environment

1.2   Geographical thinking and mapping

1.3   Forces changing the land: Tectonic and gradational forces

1.4   The basics of climate and climate change

1.5   The effects of climate change in Canada

2.1   Canada: A land of natural resources

2.2   Resource management: Sustainability and future planning

2.3   Industries in Canada

2.4   The energy sector in Canada

2.5   Canada's green economy

2.6   Ecological footprint

3.1   Indigenous Peoples in Canada

3.2   Demographic patterns in Canada

3.3   Immigration in Canada

3.4   Refugees in Canada

3.5   Issues in immigration

4.1   Trends and issues in urbanization

4.2   Land use in cities

4.3   Urban sprawl

4.4   Sustainable urban growth

4.5   Community sustainability profile

4.6   Preparing for the final test

CAD $40.00
$40.00
Admin Fee


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