Level 30 Practical & Applied Arts

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The Book of Negroes, Episode 3

When Revolution breaks out in New York, Aminata seizes her chance and escapes to freedom in the haven of Canvas Town.

CURIO Video
 

The Book of Negroes, Episode 2

Aminata, forced to deflect the affections of the two men who own her, adjusts to plantation life in the Carolinas.

CURIO Video
 

The Book of Negroes, Episode 1

Stolen from Africa, 11-year old Aminata Diallo is enslaved and forced to endure a treacherous journey to America.

CURIO Video
 

Using Artificial Intelligence to Help You Learn a New Language

This short video profiles the work of Toronto researchers in developing a smartphone app that incorporates artificial intelligence in the form of speech recognition software. This feature allows app users to learn French in an interactive, conversational way, regardless of their level of fluency ...

Self-esteem the Key to Empowering the Women of Tomorrow

In this short video, CBC's The National visits a Nova Scotia school program that aims to increase the self-esteem of young girls, with the hope that this will lead to their becoming confident and empowered young women.

Censoring Online Information: The Right to Be Forgotten

Information on the Internet can potentially exist forever, causing lives and reputations to continue to be damaged. Some countries have enacted "right to be forgotten" legislation that allows online information to be erased. So far, a similar law does not exist in Canada. This report examines wha...

Planting Our Truth: Two-Spirit Experiences in Saskatchewan

This video examines the history of Two-Spirit peoples from pre-and-post colonization and the impact of residential schools in Saskatchewan. Nehiyawak terms used in the video are roughly translated to: Ohtehwewak (Intersex), Iskwew (Cisgender woman), Napew (Cisgender man), Iskwehikan (Transgender ...

Public Video
 

Great Minds of Design Episode 1: Urban Redesign

Street artists redesign the cityscape with clever urban interventions that use natural elements as their materials.

Who Are the Métis?

A board member from the Manitoba Métis Federation and the self-proclaimed Grand Chief of the Eastern Woodland Métis Nation of Nova Scotia highlight two perspectives on the complex issue of who is Métis.

Tougher Impaired Driving Laws Raise Concerns About Targeting

Since new impaired driving laws no longer require that law enforcement officers have reasonable grounds to request a breath sample, advocates for civil liberties are concerned about whether this change will lead to the targeting of drivers from visible minorities.

Does Canada Have a Jury Problem?

In the aftermath of Gerald Stanley's acquittal, friends and family of Colten Boushie raised concerns about how Canada's juries are selected and whether race plays a role in getting a fair trial.

Ramone's Story

Ramone experiences bullying due to his autism and being transgender. Ramone is thoughtful in telling his story and he reminds us to be respectful of everyone.

Public Video
 

Nina's Story

Nina talks about her experience as a newcomer and the differences in acceptance of the LGBTQ community from Uganda to Canada.

Public Video
 

How to Support Trans Students

This young man describes his experience about being a transgender student in his school and the support that is needed from school staff for him to maintain positive mental health.

Public Video
PROFESSIONAL Video
 

GSAs

Youth describe how important having a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) is in the school. A GSA is a safe and accepting space for both LGBTQ youth and allies. LGBTQ youth also talk about their experiences in school.

Public Video
 
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