The first Canadian paper money was issued in 1817, and for the next 120 years, the vast majority of Canadian bank notes were only in English.
Teach your students about Canada’s history, land and culture – with money! Download the free lesson plan.
Canadian bank notes are designed to reflect Canadian values and identity. Here’s a lesson idea that uses the new $10 note’s theme of social justice and human rights to look at bank note design and to help your students design their own notes.
By: Graham Iddon
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