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Independent Fair
Tim Hortons: A Canadian Treasure
By: Levi (Grade 6) Sudbury Christian Academy
This project explores the history of the Tim Hortons restaurant franchise. It delves into its community involvement and the impact Tim Hortons restaurants have on Canadian communities and how it has shaped Canadian identity.
Kingston Regional Fair
Geological Evolution of Bancroft Area- from ancient rocks to modern landscapes
by: Aahaan B (Grade 7)
Located within the heart of Ontario, Bancroft is famous for its stunning landscapes, rich natural resources, and intriguing geological history. From the natural beauty of the Canadian Shield, to the sparkling waters of its numerous lakes and rivers, this region is witness to millions of years worth of geological evolution.The reason I chose this topic is because over the last 4 years, my family and I have spent our summers exploring the Ontario Highlands in places like Kawarthas, Coe Hill, Stony Lake, and more. The place I found most fascinating was Bancroft.My project will elaborate the significance of Canadian Shield, a vast expanse of bedrock dating back to the Precambrian era, that is the foundation for much of North America. These rocks tell stories of volcanic eruptions, tectonic collisions, and the slow, but powerful forces of erosion that have created the landscape over millions of years.Centuries of glacial activity during the last Ice Age have left a mark on the region, shaping its landscape, and depositing massive quantities of sediment and debris. This glacial activity can be seen in the form of drumlins, eskers, and moraines.In this exploration of Bancroft’s geological changes, I’ll discuss the history of Bancroft, stressing upon the glacial activity and its mineral wealth, with the region having a huge amount of valuable resources such as gold, silver, and other ores. These mineral deposits have attracted prospectors and miners for centuries, changing the region’s economy.
Ottawa Regional Fair
The Key Events of LBGTQ rights and history in Canada
By: Oscar P-U (Grade 7)
The Key Events of LBGTQ rights and history in Canada. A project from Glashan Public School.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Canadian Urbanism: Transformation to Urbanization
By: Gunant
This project follows the stages and transformation of Canada’s urbanization since the 1800s.
Toronto Regional Fair
The Battle of Vimy Ridge
By: Siddharth R (Grade 7)
My topic is The Battle of Vimy Ridge, which was part of the larger Battle of Arras, intended to capture the Arras region in France, including Vimy Ridge. It was a defining moment in Canadian history, the first time all 4 divisions of the Corps fought together, and with near impeccable timing and coordination. In this report, I focused on the varying aspects of the Battle, from the lives of the soldiers, the preparation, the battle, and public/media response. Some things I learned even surprised me, like the fact that captured German soldiers were happy that they were captured. The Battle was also the ground for the implementation of some new tactics, such as the ‘creeping barrage’, and the use of ‘106 shells’.
Hidden Gems in the Canadian Invention Museum
By: Liyah C and Kevin C (Grade 8)
This project highlights Canadian inventors who we feel haven’t received as much attention as they deserve. Many projects are about Indigenous perspectives, Residential Schools and many other important topics. We wanted to give a voice to these inventors.
Kingston Regional Fair
Comment les femmes autochtones étaient-elles impliquées dans le commerce de fourrures?
By: Hailey B. (Grade 8)
Les femmes autochtones se sont alliées avec les Français et faisant du commerce, mais elles ont aussi montré comment faire la chasse, les vêtements, survivre et encore plus.
Ottawa Regional Fair
How did Industrialization Alter the Values and Beliefs of Canadians? Was it a Setback or Step Forward?
By: Nancy W and Ovieni O (Grade 8)
How did Industrialization Alter the Values and Beliefs of Canadians? Was it a Setback or Step Forward? This is a project from Glashan Public School.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Shaw’s Ice Cream
By: Kenzy S and Olivia J
This project is about the history and local connection of Shaw’s Ice Cream to the region. The students delved into the archives to gather their information.
Canadian Military
By: Kobe
This project was to demonstrate Canada’s involvement in World War 2. The student made a display box to showcase his grandfather’s medals, journal, artifacts and badges.
Toronto Regional Fair
How Did the Doctrine of Discovery Affect Indigenous Peoples?
By: Ella C and William Y (Grade 8)
Our project discusses the history regarding the Doctrine of Discovery and how it impacted Indigenous peoples. We’ve created a visually appealing board and models which shows the law in various different ways while still telling its story. We think that it’s extremely important that society knows about our topic. Kids are our future, passing on this information can help educate future generations so that these kinds of things that happened in Canadian history will never be forgotten.
Kingston Regional Fair
Gordon Stewart Douglas and the BCATP
By: Toby N. (Grade 8)
The British Commonwealth Air Training Plan was very important to Canadian history as it was Canada’s largest contribution to the allied war effort in WWII. It trained thousands of commonwealth pilots including my great-grandfather: Gordon Stewart Douglas
Ottawa Regional Fair
Le Komagata Maru et immigration Sud-Asiatique
By: Kaira K.S. (Grade 6)
Le Komagata Maru et immigration Sud-Asiatique. Ceci est un projet de l’école publique Mutchmor.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
The Dionne Quintuplets
by: Claire M. and Carolina S.B.
This project is about the life of the Dionne Quintuplets and why they were important.
District School Board of Niagara Regional Fair
THE WELLAND CANAL
By: Nathan V (Grade 8)
My Heritage Fair project is on The Welland Canal. My project displays in-depth information on all four of the Welland Canals. Since William Hamilton Merrit started the Welland Canal, it has revolutionized the Niagara region and benefited us in many ways. The First Canal had many challenges and in this project, those challenges are displayed, as well as the solutions. Throughout the presentations, canals and canal locks are broken down and explained. Each of the canals is explained with sizes, photos, paintings, maps and much more. Over almost 200 years since the first Welland Canal, each of the four has been built bigger and better, fixing the common issues of the previous canals. I hope you can learn about the Welland Canal and Canadian History from my project.
Independent Fair
Mining and Regreening
By: Kai (Grade 5) Sudbury Christian Academy
This project explores the impact of mining and re-greening efforts by INCO and VALE in the Sudbury area as well as the broad impact re-greening has had on the environment and community.
Kingston Regional Fair
Curds and Community: The History of Wilton Cheese
By: Emily C. (Grade 4)
This project will provide the history of Wilton Cheese from its origins in 1867, as a co-operative cheese factory, to its ownership by the Jenson Family.
Ottawa Regional Fair
La loi d’exclusion des Chinois: Comment la loi d’exclusion des Chinois a-t-elle changé le Canada?
By: Éva A-C (Grade 6)
La loi d’exclusion des Chinois: Comment la loi d’exclusion des Chinois a-t-elle changé le Canada? Ceci est un projet de l’Académie Westboro.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Cobalt Ontario
By: Danielle B.
This project is about Cobalt Ontario and its history.
Kingston Regional Fair
Comment les pensionnats indiens ont-ils eu un impact sur la façon dont le Canada est aujourd’ hui?
By: Laila B. (Grade 8)
Les pensionnats Indiens sont les écoles ou le gouvernement du Canada a volé les enfants autochtones de leur famille et tenté d’effacer toute la leur culture. Maintenant, les survivants des pensionnats indiens sont toujours hantés par le fait d’être là , sans parler de tous les mauvais traitements et de tout ce qu’ils ont été forcés de faire. Aujourd’hui, les gens essaient de réparer ce qui s’est passé dans ces écoles, mais rien ne pourra jamais réparer ce qui est arrivé à ces enfants, mais nous pouvons essayer de ne jamais laisser l’histoire se répéter.
Ottawa Regional Fair
Laura Secord: Quelle est l’histoire de cette icône canadienne?
By: Sara P et Sonakshi P (Grade 6)
Laura Secord: Quelle est l’histoire de cette icône canadienne? Un projet de l’Académie Westboro.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Canada and Cold War
By: Holden K.
This project is about the Canadian impact on the Cold War and Canada’s influence throughout it.
District School Board of Niagara Regional Fair
THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY
By: Aleksandr K (Grade 7)
The Canadian Pacific Railway is a transcontinental railway that spans Canada, from Montreal to Vancouver. The beast that united us. Perhaps the largest accomplishment in Canadian History. At what cost? What happened during the construction? Many people don’t know the history of it or more important, the events linked to it. For example, how, why, and by whom was it built? I would like to introduce you to some of the main aspects of this great Canadian Achievement.
Independent Fair
The Bruce Trail
By: Wilona (Grade 8) Cairn Christian School
A slideshow that examines the Bruce Trail, and it’s importance to Canada. This project has also won the Sponsors’ Awards
Kingston Regional Fair
De la Grande Muraille au Grand Nord: l’Impact des travailleurs Chinois sur le Canada
by: Glenna J. (Grade 8)
Imaginez que vous êtes venus de la Chine au Canada dans l’espoir d’échapper à la pauvreté, mais le prix qu’il faut payer c’est le travail dangereux, les conditions de vie difficiles et une taxe d’entrée pour pouvoir amener votre femme et vos enfants à une meilleure vie.
Ottawa Regional Fair
Le rafle des années soixante (Sixties Scoop)
by: Adeline G. (Grade 6)
Le rafle des années soixante (Sixties Scoop). Un projet de l’école publique Mutchmor.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Canadian Pacific Railway
By: Sura E.
This project examined the various perspectives the development of the CPR had on the Chinese workers, the First Nations groups and the White people pushing for its development.
Independent Fair
Who is Emily Carr?
By: Brighton (Grade 5) Cairn Christian School
A slideshow report that looks at Emily Carr and her experiences as an artist.
Kingston Regional Fair
How Have Women’s Sports Rights in Canada Changed and How Will They Continue to?
by: Heidi N. and Chelsea H. (Grade 8)
Project shows time line on how women’s sports rights have changed, 3 influential Canadian athletes and issues with this topic today.
Ottawa Regional Fair
La bataille pour l’égalité des femmes
By: Isabelle M. (Grade 6)
La bataille pour l’égalité des femmes. Un projet de St. John Catholic Elementary.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Canadian Women in Higher Education
By: Sophia F.
This is a project about the women that paved the way for other Canadian women to achieve degrees in Higher Education.
Independent Fair
Chateau Frontenac
By: Allison (Grade 6) Cairn Christian School
A slideshow about the history of Chateau Frontenac
Kingston Regional Fair
The Rideau Canal: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Costs?
By: Arunabha C. (Grade 7)
The Rideau Canal is an important part of Canadian history for many reasons. This project covers topics such as how it affected Canada, both geographically and politically, what were the costs for building it, why it was built, and what significance it holds today.
Ottawa Regional Fair
C’est quoi l’impacte de la force armée canadienne?
By: Tay R. et Thomas M. (Grade 7)
C’est quoi l’impacte de la force armée canadienne? Un projet de l’école publique Glashan.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
The Belcher Island Massacre
By: Oveys A.
This project studied the Belcher Island massacres that took place in 1941.
Independent Fair
The Underground Railroad
By: Naydine (Grade 8) Cairn Christian School
A slideshow that examines the Underground Railroad and the people who are often forgotten.
Kingston Regional Fair
Quel a été l’impact du Komagata Maru sur le Canada?
By: Shreeya D. (Grade 8)
Le 23 mai 1914, un navire du nom de Komagata Maru est entré dans la baie Burrard, à Vancouver, transportant 376 passagers de l’Inde qui espéraient une nouvelle vie au Canada. Après ce long voyage, ils ont été refusés et n’ont pas été autorisés à entrer dans le pays. Cette impasse représentait un défi important pour les politiques d’immigration canadiennes qui faisaient de la discrimination fondée sur la race. Aujourd’hui, l’incident du Komagata Maru a une résonance dans l’histoire du Canada et dans le discours public, et a une valeur emblématique importante au sein de la communauté sud-asiatique du Canada.
Ottawa Regional Fair
Anti-Semitism in Canada
By: Miri W. and Norah H. (Grade 6)
Anti-Semitism in Canada. This project is from First Avenue Public School.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
The Canadian Puzzle: Piecing Together the Identity of a Nation
By: Victoria T.
This project discusses what makes us unique and how each of us is a puzzle piece that creates a puzzle and makes Canada what it is.
Toronto Regional Fair
How Did the Indian Act Impact Indigenous People at the Time of Confederation and Today?
By: Ruby C (Grade 8)
This project discusses the Indian Act in detail, and how it impacted Indigenous People at the time of Confederation, and to this day. I want to connect others with history through my interactive pop-up book, making sure that the efforts to erase Indigenous culture never happens.
Independent Fair
Tom Longboat
By: Kaylee (Grade 5) Cairn Christian School
A slideshow description of Tom Longboat’s impact on Canadian History.
Kingston Regional Fair
The Relocation of Inuit People in the 1950s
By: Addie M. (Grade 5)
The relocation of Inuit people in Canada is a dark and often unknown part of Canadian history. This project explores the history of this relocation, the impact, and forces us to consider how important kindness is to our continued history.
Ottawa Regional Fair
Disappearing Reservations
By: Biidaazhe T-A. K. and Aaliyah J. (Grade 6)
Disappearing Reservations. A project from Eganville and District Public School (grades 6 and 7).
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Federal Government’s Role in Residential Schools
By: Juliana D.
This project takes a critical look at the Federal’s government’s role in residential schools.
Kingston Regional Fair
Sorry, From Canada
By: Willa S. (Grade 8)
My project is about all of the events in history that the Canadian government has formally apologized for. The focus of this project will be that I noticed a pattern that most of the apologies were for discrimination against people who were not white Christians.
Ottawa Regional Fair
How Mary Two Axe Early’s Actions Changed Canada
By: Kate G and Rawan E-B (Grade 7)
How Mary Two Axe Early’s Actions Changed Canada. A project from Glashan Public School.
Thames Valley Regional Fair
Hugh Burnett
By: Mohamad A
This project is about the Dresden Story and how Hugh Burnett fought for racial discrimination in businesses to be illegal in Dresden Ontario.
Toronto Regional Fair
Viola Desmond and her contribution to racial equality across Canada
By: Mrithika D. (Grade 7)
Viola Desmond was an African-Canadian businesswoman who gained recognition for her refusal to move from her seat in the “whites-only” section of the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow. She took this brave action in response to the anti-Black racism that African Nova Scotians regularly faced. Unfortunately, she was arrested, jailed overnight, and fined for her actions. However, her court case became an inspiration for the pursuit of racial equality across Canada.
Viola’s act of defying racial segregation in a Nova Scotia Movie Theatre in 1946 was a significant milestone in Canada’s human rights history. Her courageous resistance to racial discrimination became a strong motivation for African Canadians, signaling to them that the law was discriminatory and unfair and prompting them to stand up for their rights. It served as an inspiration for the civil rights movement in the country and paved the way for the pursuit of equality and justice for all.
OHFA Executive Award Winners
