Politics & Elections
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The Quebec Election: A New Government and a Referendum?
Quebec elected the separatist Parti Québécois to form a minority government in the provincial election, reopening the sovereignty debate and adding another front in...
Careers Resources
British Columbia’s Early Election (including activities)
A snap election has been called in BC, with the province heading to the polls on October 24, 2026, roughly two years earlier than...
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Canada at a Crossroads: Alberta’s 2026 Referendum (including activities)
On October 19th, Albertans will vote on 10 referendum questions about immigration, provincial powers, constitutional change, and, yes, Alberta’s future in Canada. The most...
Careers Resources
Quebec Election & What the Results Could Mean (including activities)
Quebec’s Election
Quebec’s upcoming election, while not a snap election like BC, is equally consequential. The Parti Québécois is campaigning on Quebec sovereignty and has...
Science & The Environment
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Why Nature? Curiosity, Critical Thinking & What’s Possible
It’s Science Literacy Week, and this year’s theme is Curiosity.
But curiosity isn’t just about finding answers. Sometimes, it’s about being willing to ask a...
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Here’s How: Curiosity, Science & Understanding the World Around Us
It’s Science Literacy Week, and this year’s theme is Curiosity.
Curiosity is where science begins. Ask a question. Investigate. Look for evidence. Be willing to...
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Dig Deeper: Curiosity, Critical Thinking & the Search for Truth
It’s Science Literacy Week, and this year’s theme is Curiosity.
Curiosity isn’t just about wanting to know more. It’s also about being willing to ask...
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Hope Grows Outside
Learning doesn't only happen within the four walls of a classroom. Every day, educators create meaningful opportunities for learners to explore, discover, question, and...
Economics, Technology & Careers
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AI Armageddon (including activities)
AI Armageddon?
Warnings about artificial intelligence ratcheted up this week, ranging from realistic near-term harms to claims that advanced AI could eventually threaten human survival....
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Canada at a Crossroads: Sovereignty, Economic Investment and Global Partnerships
With our sovereignty threatened, Canada is trying to become more economically independent and internationally connected at the same time. How do we accomplish this?...
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The Year We Lived, The Future We Saw
At the start of the year, you may have examined major global and national events and made predictions about what might come next with...
Nature Labs
Canada at a Crossroads: Decision-Making, Democracy, and the Cost of Inaction (Lesson)
Based on the story Canada at a Crossroads: Chapter 4
Grade Level: 9–12
Time Required: 80-120 minutes
Big Idea: Indecision has consequences. In a democracy, making fair,...
Current Events
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Canada at a Crossroads: Alberta’s 2026 Referendum (including activities)
On October 19th, Albertans will vote on 10 referendum questions about immigration, provincial powers, constitutional change, and, yes, Alberta’s future in Canada. The most...
Careers Resources
Quebec Election & What the Results Could Mean (including activities)
Quebec’s Election
Quebec’s upcoming election, while not a snap election like BC, is equally consequential. The Parti Québécois is campaigning on Quebec sovereignty and has...
News
Elections, AI Apocalypse, and Something About a (Omni)Bus?
Have you seen the news? Quite a bit has happened this week! Quebec – and now BC – are heading to the polls. The...
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Iran War Briefing
The Iran war, which started February 28th with US-Israeli strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader amid nuclear and missile tensions, is a high stakes...
Previously from Nature Labs
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International Journalist Day
International Journalist Day is celebrated on November 18 to honour the relentless efforts of journalists worldwide who bring truth. It’s a day to recognize...
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New Brunswick Election Update #1
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From Minority to Majority
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals started with a minority government after the 2025 election but have upgraded to a majority government through floor crossings...
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Why do black bear cubs play?
This black bear cub, freshly out of the den from the winter, didn't need a fancy playground to find joy in its new life....
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Newfoundland & Labrador Election: #4 – The other issues
https://youtu.be/Ly7vpQ1u5Rg
An overview of the Newfoundland and Labrador election with your host, Simon Jackson.
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Why Nature? Curiosity, Critical Thinking & What’s Possible
It’s Science Literacy Week, and this year’s theme is Curiosity.
But curiosity isn’t just about finding answers. Sometimes, it’s about being willing to ask a...