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Introduction

Interpreting Canada's Past

• The Atlas of Canada
  http://atlas.gc.ca/site/index.html

  Devloped by Natural Resources Canada, this bilingual online atlas offers a collection of maps and related information about all regions of Canadaa

• Canada's Digital Collections
  http://collections.ic.gc.ca

  Canada's Digital Collections is one of the largest sources of Canadian content on the Internet, featuring over 600 collections celebrating Canada's history, geography, science, technology, and culture.

• Canada's SchoolNet
  http://www.schoolnet.ca

  This site is designed to connect students and teachers to useful educational resources on the Internet. It feature over 7000 learning resources, several interactive features, and a daily information news service on the world of e-learning.

• The Canadian Encyclopedia
  http://www.thecanadianencylopedia.com

  This electronic version of the Canadian Encylopedia offers a variety of interactive activities and links.

• Canadian Heritage Information Network
  http://www.chin.gc.ca

  The Canadian Heritage Information Network works with Canadian museums to create, present, and manage Canadian digital content.

• Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions
  http://www.canadiana.org/cihm/

  This site posts early printed Canadian materials, including books, annuals, and periodicals.

• Dictionary of Canadian Biography
  http://www.biographi.ca

  Hosted by the Library and Archives of Canada, this electronic version of the Dictionary of Canadian Biography facilitates searching across the 14 volumes of the Dictionary currently in print.

• Historica
  http://www.histori.ca

  This is the home page of Historica, a foundation whose mandate is to provide Canadians with a deeper understanding of their history and its importance in shaping their future.

• Library and Archives Canada
  http://www.collectionscanada.ca

  Library and Archives Canada hosts the largest collection of materials related to the nation's history. The site includes electronic resources and research tools. View some exhibits and do some research at this site.

• Our Roots
  http://www.ourroots.ca/e/home.asp

  The Our Roots project is designed to present an online coast-to-coast record of Canadian local histories.

• Parks Canada
  http://www.pc.gc.ca

  The online home of Parks Canada includes information on Canada's national historic sites.

• Statistics Canada
  http://www.statcan.ca

  The Statisitcs Canada website contains a remarkable amount of historical and contemporary data.

• Virtual Museum of Canada
  http://www.virtualmuseum.ca

  This site showcases the distinct culture entrusted in Canadian museums and includes a series of attractive virtual exhibits and an image gallery.

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