Geography Courses
Grade 9
Geography of Canada CGC1D/P
This course draws on a variety of frameworks, such as the ecozone
framework, and principles of physical, human, and economic
geography, to explore Canada's distinct and evolving character.
Students will investigate the interconnections among the landforms,
climate, soils, plants, animals, and human activities in Canadian
ecozones to develop geographic knowledge and skills that contribute
to an understanding of Canada's diversity and its role in the world.
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Grade 10
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Grade 11
Physical Geography: Patterns, Processes and Interactions CGF3M
This course examines the main elements of the physical environment
(climate, soils, landforms, oceans, vegetation), the processes that
shape them, and the relationship between the environment and human
beings. Students will apply a wide range of geographic tools and
methods to explore the distribution and ongoing evolution of the
elements of the physical environment on a variety of scales, from
local to global.
The Americas: Geography, Patterns and Issues CGD3M
This course explores the growing interdependence of the Americas,
from northern Canada to southern South America, through the study of
georgraphic systems, patterns, and issues. Students will use
geographic methods and skills to investigate a wide rang eof topics,
including natural systems, resource development, population patterns
and trends, evolving trading blocs, and geopolitical partnerships.
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Grade 12
Regional Geography GRE4A/G
This course provides insights into the complex relationships between
people and environments in different parts of the world. The concept
of "regions" is defined. Regions are selected for their
physical characteristics, such as the Amazon River Basin; their
cultural characteristics, such as the Arab world; their demographic
characteristics, such as the megalopolis of the Eastern seaboard,
etc. field work is included, where possible, in this course.
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OAC
Canada: Environment and Economy GCEOA
This is a course in Canadian geography. Canada's natural
environments require thoughtful management to ensure that resources
are used wisely and environmental damage is limited. Canada has a
small, affluent population spread out over the southern part of the
country; this does not lend itself to large production runs and
efficiencies of scale. The Canadian economy is also affected greatly
by external factors. The course has four major sections: Canada's
international interdependence, demographic considerations, Canada's
industrial geography, and environmental systems and resource
management. Field work and independent study are part of this OAC
course.
World Issues GWIOA
This course provides a global perspective on environmental,
economic, resource, cultural, and political issues. Dwindling
resources are a topic of international concer5n. A local issue in
Brazil, Ethiopia, or Canada may be part of a huge global issue with
world-wide consequences. Students learn to organise large quantities
of information, analyse this information to see patterns and
processes, and develop an understanding of complex issues. Through
statistical analysis and research inquiry, students see that there
are many sides to global issues. Independent study, discussion, and
debate are all part of this OAC geography credit.
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