What's New

New Approach for Teaching Active Citizenship in BC

The Project Advisory Committee has unanimously endorsed a strategy to enhance the present BC social studies curriculum on law and citizenship. The strategy will educate students on their important role as citizens by providing them with knowledge and understanding of the structure and operation of Canada’s and BC’s political and justice systems. It is designed to give students the tools and confidence to embrace active participation in the life of their community.

Project Background

The goal of the project is to provide enhancements to the BC secondary school curriculum on law and citizenship to better prepare students to be informed citizens who understand the structure and operation of Canadian political and justice systems, so they can actively participate in the life of their community.

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Get Involved

  • Write a letter of support for the project to the Justice Education Society at 260-800 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2C5.
  • Volunteer at schools during the pilot weeks.
  • Support students in your area that are working on developing community- based projects.
  • Offer volunteer opportunities with your organization.
  • If you are a teacher, participate in the pilot.

Feedback

Please take a few moments to reflect upon and answer our feedback form on the suggested enhancements to BC Social Studies.

Your comments will help us fulfill the mandate of the project to ensure that all students in BC graduate with the knowledge and skills to be active citizens.

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