CBC Archives

Have the class discuss what they already know about Kim Campbell, who she is, her past roles, and her connections to Canadian politics. Students can work together in groups of three to four to list successes and challenges faced by the former prime minister throughout her political career. Generate a class list of the information.

Direct students to the topic Kim Campbell: First and Foremost on the CBC Digital Archives website. Still in their groups, students browse Clips #1 through #12, the Did You Know? sections, and the website links. As students work, they should record information about Campbell’s family background and upbringing, her education, constituencies, ministries, political accomplishments, and other relevant information. They can organize their information on the download sheet The Rise and Fall of Kim Campbell.

Assessment Tip
Assess students’ research skills by reviewing the supporting evidence they have entered in their graphic organizer. Each category should be supported with details from the various clips.

Have students report their findings to the class. Many similarities will likely exist. Students should comment on information they found particularly interesting about Campbell, her rise to power, and subsequent fall. Encourage students to explain their ideas.

Students can “re-write” history by creating a newspaper article with an alternate ending to the federal election of 1993. Students can be creative and change the actual cause and effect of the events.