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  • The Berger Pipeline Inquiry
    Students will learn about the key figures involved in the proposal to develop a northern pipeline and in the inquiry that followed. They will assess the positions of various individuals and groups regarding the pipeline, read the report's recommendations and determine how they affect those individuals and groups, and debate the issues. They will have the opportunity to create their own report based on research about the pipeline. Finally, they will complete in-depth research about the current status and future developments regarding a northern pipeline.
    CBC Archives Topic: The Berger Pipeline Inquiry
    Exploring the topic in class:
    Introductory Activity
    All Grades
    Issues Surrounding the Northern Pipeline
    To understand the impact of building an oil pipeline through Canada’s north
    Subject: Business Studies, History, Political Science
    Assignment
    Grades 6-8
    Who Gains from the Pipeline?
    To understand the impact of economic policy on people and groups in society
    Subject: Business Studies, History, Political Science
    Assignment
    Grades 9-10
    Debating the Berger Inquiry's Issues
    To analyze critically issues surrounding a public inquiry
    Subject: Business Studies, History, Political Science

    Grades 9-10
    The Mackenzie Valley Pipeline Today
    To determine the long-term impact of an economic policy
    Subject: Business Studies, History, Political Science
    Project
    Grades 9-10
    The Trudeau Era: Major Events
    To conduct Web-based research using audio and visual sources, to prepare and present a media work
    Subject: History, Political Science
    Assignment
    Grades 11-12
    Write a Pipeline Inquiry Report
    To write a report on a complex economic and political issue that affects many parties
    Subject: Business Studies, History, Political Science

     
     
     

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