Vimy 100 - Battle of Vimy Ridge  |  VIMY 100 – The Battle of Vimy Ridge

Learning about our country and its history is an important and valued part of Alberta's curriculum. The K–12 Social Studies Programs of Study (Programmes d’études sociales) include a strong focus on teaching and learning history and emphasize our country’s origins, Canada’s role in significant world events, and the ways in which Canada’s cultural diversity has shaped our society. 

Initiatives and Activities

Learn more about the “war to end all wars” and the contributions of Alberta to the conflict, including the Battle of Vimy Ridge through free, nonticketed public programming offered by the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.

Family-friendly Remembrance: April 9 – Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre

• Learn about victory gardens and life on the home front and battlefront.

Alberta and the Great War Exhibition – Legislative Assembly Visitor Centre

• Connect with people, stories, objects, and experiences of the First World War.