Group Leader Spotlight: Phil Cassidy

Meet Phil Cassidy, a history and band teacher for grades 9–12. He has 22 years of teaching experience and has led seven tours with Explorica, with two more in the works. Phil served in the Canadian infantry for eight years—one of the many reasons he believes in the importance of connecting students with Canada’s military history. Has your military experience shaped how you teach Canadian history to your students? Absolutely. I Read More …

Remembering Beaumont Hamel this Canada Day

What many Canadians know as the day to dress in red and white and demonstrate their biggest acts of love for their country is a different kind of day for those living in Newfoundland and Labrador. To them, July 1st is not just Canada Day, but a much more solemn event. Known as Memorial Day Read More …

Canada Day 2013: beaches, picnics & maple leaves

Happy Canada Day! Today marks the country’s 146th birthday, and Canadians are celebrating with picnics, beaches and parades from coast to coast. To celebrate the nation’s birth, one of our favorite teachers sent us some photos from the Canada Day celebrations in her hometown in British Columbia. Get your fill of flags, picnics and fun Read More …