The History of Local Government

St. Albert boasts a unique story of local government dating back before Canada was a country. In this class, your students will “elect” a city council (mayor and councillors) before they break into smaller groups to prepare a short presentation about a municipal issue (parks, development, animal control, taxes, garbage pick up, recycling, etc.). Later in the program, they’ll present their municipal issue in a mock council meeting. (subject to availably held in council chambers)

 

Curriculum

• Local government
• Citizen participation
• Critical thinking and problem solving

 

Student Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate through democratic processs the relationship between government and citizens
• Propose and apply for new ideas in their community