Dive into "Reconciliation in Canada: A Model?", a key Learning and Evaluation Situation (LES) from the new Quebec Culture and Citizenship (QCC) program for Secondary 5.

This innovative LES, designed for the Social Groups and Power Relations segment, invites students to deeply explore issues of reconciliation, equality, and social inclusion in Canada, through the lens of the relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

This LES proposes a pedagogical approach that encourages critical judgment by exploring egalitarian public policies and reconciliation efforts. From the start, "What Do We Mean by Reconciliation?", students are invited to debate this crucial concept, laying the groundwork for an engaging reflection on coexistence and mutual respect.

The first task, "From 1876 to Today", leads students to analyze and catalog initiatives undertaken by various actors to advance towards a fairer society regarding Indigenous realities. This historical and critical task highlights the progress made and the ongoing challenges in reconciliation and inclusion.

In the task "Learning About Turtle Island", students create a questionnaire intended for an Indigenous community or association, promoting a direct and personal understanding of Indigenous perspectives. "Synthesizing My Knowledge" allows for consolidating learning by writing an article enriched by the responses obtained, emphasizing the value of Indigenous knowledge and voices.

The final task, a "Comparative Presentation", offers a critical analysis of Canada's reconciliation efforts compared to policies from other countries, inviting students to evaluate different approaches and their effectiveness.

"Reconciliation in Canada: A Model?" represents a unique opportunity for Secondary 5 students to immerse themselves in the essential questions of our time, preparing them to become informed, empathetic, and active citizens in building an inclusive and reconciled future.