Grade 9 Canadian Geography builds on learning in Grades 7 and 8 in geography. Students will explore relationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how they interconnect with other parts of the world. Students will also examine environmental and economic issues, and their impact related to topics such as natural resources and industries, careers, land use and responsible development, and sustainability. In addition, students will understand the connections that diverse communities and individuals have with the physical environment and each other throughout Canada, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives. Students will apply geographic thinking, use the geographic inquiry process, and use geospatial technologies throughout their investigations.
Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the CGC1W course profile.
| Unit Order | Unit Name | Suggested Time |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Introduction to Canadian Geography | 10 Hours |
| Unit 2 | Physical Environment | 15 Hours |
| Unit 3 | Resources & Industries | 25 Hours |
| Mid Semester Point | ||
| Unit 4 | Changing Populations | 20 Hours |
| Unit 5 | Livable Communities | 25 Hours |
| Unit 6 | Course Summative | 12 Hours |
| Final | Final Exam | 3 Hours |
| Total | 110 Hours | |
Please be aware that, as per Ministry guidelines, OVS has a mandatory minimum requirement of 14 days enrollment for students to be eligible for a midterm report card and 28 days enrollment to be eligible for a final report card.