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The Nine Hour Movement Digital Walking Tour – Workers Arts & Heritage Centre

Explore the parade route of the 1872 “Nine-Hour Pioneers” with our friends at WAHC. Through their digital tour, you can follow the campaign that marked the birth of Canada’s first real labour movement.

Interview Index – Alberta Labour History Institute

Dive into ALHI’s expansive collection of interviews with Canadian labour activists and experts. The Interview Index is updated regularly and can be explored by theme, union, or individual.

History of Mining – The Cape Breton Miners Museum

Learn about the history of mining in Cape Breton and surrounding areas through a series of articles on topics such as Mining in the Region (including Immigration & Unions), Mining Techniques & Equipment, Coal Formation, and Terms & Explanations. They even have a section of free Educational Resources!

Teaching Units – The Aspen Foundation for Labour Education

Visit the Aspen Foundation’s assortment of Teaching Units to uncover the ways this Alberta-based organization is helping to bring Canadian labour history based lesson plans to teachers.