The course examines social science topics and issues in Canadian society from 1815-1914. Students are provided with the opportunity to explore social issues from a variety of perspectives by applying analytical and critical thinking skills that encourage them to develop and revise their own points of view. Students study issues and topics related to Canadian society, culture, governance, economy, geography, and environment.
Course code: SOSC 0751
Credits: 4.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 96.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
Grade 9 English or equivalent.
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Schedule †
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Dates |
Day/Time/Location |
Instructor |
| 60656 | May 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre | Manning, Garth |
| 60750 | June 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre | Manning, Garth |
| 70578 | September 1, 2025
to December 31, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre | Manning, Garth |
| 70663 | October 1, 2025
to December 31, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre | Manning, Garth |
| 70770 | November 1, 2025
to December 31, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre | Manning, Garth |
Additional Information
- Identity, Culture and Society: Immigration and aboriginal groups and the impact of their actions and interrelations on Canadian Society.
- Governance The evolution of governance in Canada including the BNA act, Confederation, Red River and Northwest Rebellions and the structure and function of federal, provincial, and local governments. Roles and responsibilities of the executive, legislative and judicial branches and the impact of select legislation on First Nations people.
- Economy and Industrialization Impact of MacDonald's National Policy. The development of industrialization and its impact on the Canadian and British Columbian economy and on aboriginals.
- Geography and Environment Political divisions, physiographic regions and geological processes that formed these regions. Impact of resource development in BC
This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *
- College Initiative: $8.85/course
- Campus Resource: $9.95/course
- Student Union: $71/term
- UPass: $188/term (if applicable)
* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.
* The amount shown is the approximate cost of tuition (for courses with tuition) or fees (for courses that do not have tuition).
Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
