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Virtual School Programs

To support teachers and their classrooms, we have created learning resources available via Google drive. Please contact the Public Programmer to obtain access to the module of your choice for four weeks. A synchronous component can be included.

Primary Sources and The First World War (curriculum links)
The RCR and The Second World War (curriculum links)

Future of Tradition: Careers in Heritage and Museums Sector

On 16 November 2020 The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum hosted Future of Tradition: Careers in Heritage. This event featured different aspects of museum work with panellists from around the province. Recordings of each panel are available below as well as an educator guide for complementary activities, just click on the links.

Restoration video recording and Restoration activity.
Exhibitions video recording and Exhibitions activity.
Collections video recording and Collections activity.
Programming video recording and Programming activity.

Lest We Forget

Consult the links below and you will find a way to remember sacrifices and honour service with the Canadian military.

• • Poppy in the Window
  • Remembrance Day Education Package - K to Gr 8
  • Remembrance Day Education Package - Gr 9 to Gr 12

Private Ronnie

Print these pdf activities at home. Use our virtual tours available on the Exhibitions section to complete them!

• • Let's Count
  • Connect the Dots
  • Find the Words
  • Unscramble the Words
  • Venn Diagram

First World War Slang

Try out this activity to learn more about the changes that occurred to language among the allied soldiers during the First World War as a result of their experiences.

• • First World War Slang – Activity
  • First World War Slang – Answer

Puttees

Learn about the leg wraps known as puttees, which were worn extensively during the First World War by Canadian soldiers. See how to put them on using a tensor bandage and a ribbon in this video.

• • How to Wear a Puttee​

Artifact Storytelling

Think about why artifacts are chosen for an exhibit. What makes them interesting? How do they help telling a story? Find your own favorite item by exploring the museum’s online collection catalogue.

• • How do artifacts help tell a story?

Website Scavenger Hunt

Enjoy this scavenger hunt to introduce you to the Museum website and explore the different content available.

• • Scavenger Hunt

Activities on Educaplay

Check out the activities we have created on Educaplay including a word search about Canadian Symbols during the First World War and a First World War Cap Badge Memory Game.
Digital fatigue? A printable version of the memory game is available to play with your family.