10:30 am

Format: Online kit available at https://monova.ca/native-newcomer-relations-case-studies-in-contact-colonialism-resistance/

Secondary level students will critically analyze both archival and contemporary newspaper articles relating to aboriginal rights and land title in British Columbia. This program presents the story of native activism in the mid-twentieth century through the lens of one individual (Maisie Hurley, 1887-1962), founder of the Native Voice newspaper.

This program has been organized with the Squamish Nation Education Department and made possible in part through a grant from the Museums Assistance Program, Department of Canadian Heritage.

Life in the Trenches (grades 4-12) Tour a CPR station and reflect on the impact of WWI and life in the trenches. Visit the Centennial McKnight Trench under construction on the Museum grounds. A tour of the Centennial McKnight trench is included and dependent on conditions. Activities include scavenger hunt and writing a letter about life in the ‘trenches’. This 75 minute program engages and develops the students abilities to reflect on difficult times and the sacrifices that soldiers made for Canada. Activities and discussions bring awareness of the roles and impact WWI had on the soldiers and our community.

September 15, 2025-June 25, 2026

Explore the world of landscape-inspired artwork through this engaging program. Using the forms of trees,  waterways, and mountains, students discuss ideas of landscape and place. Building on these ideas, participants use techniques of layering, colour mixing, and collage to create a ‘forest’ of trees.

Curriculum Tie-ins: Art Education, Ecology, Indigenous Art

It is said that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ but how do we actually learn from photographs?

Using images from the Archives of North Vancouver's collection, students will explore Squamish themes and stories. The photographs feature local landscapes and individuals. Students will learn to analyze each image and to record relevant observations while learning aspects of Squamish culture. Topics include family life, education and art. The Kit includes lesson plans which encourage team work, group discussion and critical thinking.

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This two-hour experience is ideal for larger groups that can switch between the botanical garden and the TreeWalk. Students explore the treetop canopy of the temperate rainforest on an aerial adventure on the TreeWalk and our many gardens and learn about the importance of forests, biodiversity, and the interconnectedness of trees with people, plants, and the planet. 

Whether you teach preschool, elementary, high school or post-secondary UBC Botanical Garden is an excellent place to enhance your classroom learning.

To book, please visit our website at: https://botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/learn/field-trips/

Take your students high in the treetop canopy to explore our 308m long aerial adventure where they can observe plants and animals from 23m above the forest floor! Whether you are teaching your students about forests, biomes, or ecosystems we offer a truly unique opportunity to tour a sustainable outdoor adventure designed with trees in mind.

To book, please visit our website at: https://botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/learn/field-trips/

Activity Day Trips

Treat your class or group to a full day of outdoor adventure with Camp Jubilee’s popular Activity Day Trips. With 10 engaging options to choose from—including archery, voyageur canoeing, slingshots, beach study, shelter building, orienteering, and team building—students stay active while learning new skills, building confidence, and strengthening connections.

Our Standard Day Trip includes three guided activities and a nutritious lunch, with one free teacher for every 12 students. Groups looking for even more adventure can upgrade to the Extended Day Trip, which adds a campfire program and the chance for students ages 10+ to try kayaking.

Every trip includes round-trip boat transportation from Cates Park, North Vancouver, making it easy for schools to enjoy a seamless and unforgettable outdoor experience.

Professional Development Day Retreats
Swap the staff room for the shoreline and spend your Pro-D Day surrounded by nature. Camp Jubilee’s Professional Development Day Retreats offer educators the perfect blend of inspiration and relaxation. Enjoy up to three guided outdoor activities, a catered lunch, and access to indoor or outdoor meeting spaces to connect, collaborate, or simply unwind.

With boat transportation from Cates Park included, your team can enjoy a refreshing, hassle-free retreat that sparks creativity and builds stronger bonds.