Made in Canada
Grade 8 (Ontario)
Secondary cycle 1 (Quebec)
$7.25 per student
60 minutes
Dates offered: September 22, 2025 to June 19, 2026
Max. group size: 28
Students explore the impact of aviation and the development of Canada’s aerospace industry since our first powered flight in 1909. The tour covers important individuals, events and aircraft from early aviation in Canada through the end of the First World War including the Aerial Experiment Association, the JN-4 and its many firsts, the role of women in aviation, the impacts of bush flying, the advent of satellites and the importance of Canadarm. .
Discover the evolution of aviation and its impacts through time by comparing the modern era to life in the past. Through the lens of aircraft histories, museum guides will lead engaging group discussions about the social and economic changes that came about as a result of this dynamic industry.
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Curriculum links
Grade 8 – History
B. Canada, 1890–1914: A Changing Society
- B1. Application: Canada – Past and Present
- Analyse key similarities and differences between Canada in 1890–1914 and in the present day, with reference to the experiences of, major challenges facing, and actions taken by various individuals, groups, and/or communities, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and/or communities (FOCUS ON: Continuity and Change; Historical Perspective)
- B2. Inquiry: Perspectives on a Changing Society
- Use the historical inquiry process to investigate perspectives of different groups and communities, including First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit communities, on some significant events, developments, and/or issues that affected Canada and/or people in Canada between 1890 and 1914 (FOCUS ON: Historical Significance; Historical Perspective)
- B3. Understanding Historical Context: Events and Their Consequences
- Describe various significant people, issues, events, and developments in Canada between 1890 and 1914, including the residential school system, and explain their impact (FOCUS ON: Historical Significance; Cause and Consequence)
Secondary Cycle One – History and Citizenship Education
Competency 1: Examine social phenomena from a historical perspective
- Contemplates the past of social phenomena
- Considers social phenomena in terms of duration
- Looks at social phenomena in their complexity
Fees
$7.25 per student. Please note a minimum fee of $145 applies.
Your school may be eligible for financial support. For more information, contact the customer engagement team.
*Program includes free admission for one adult for every four participants for elementary-aged students, or one adult for every six participants for secondary-aged students. Please note that there is a mandatory minimum ratio of 1 adult for every 10 students. Any additional adults not included in the program fee will be required to pay the regular visitor fee at admission and will not be able to participate in the program. These requirements do not apply to groups with students who have special needs.
Reservations
Booking requests can be made through the school programs reservation request form.
You can also connect directly with our customer engagement team:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416
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