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Canada's 10-cent coin: The Bluenose of Nova Scotia


Atlas themes Teaching level Province/Territory

Geography of coins

Middle (6-8)


Nova Scotia


The goal of this lesson is to raise awareness of the Royal Canadian Mint and its relationship to the Canadian 10-cent coin symbol, the ‘Bluenose’. In particular, students will research the historical significance of the original Bluenose sailing vessel and its subsequent replacement, Bluenose II. Students will create a map showing the geographic locations where these two ships sailed.


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