High School Program
Explore the multifaceted province of Nova Scotia, where the historical charm of places like Lunenburg meets pressing coastal challenges. Delve into the region’s cultural diversity and critically examine the complexities of Canada’s multicultural narrative.
As a young nation, Canada is no stranger to the process of immigration and the resulting diversity. This program showcases the experiences of immigrants who arrived in Nova Scotia. From the Gaelic highlands to the colonial villages, the small, resilient community of Africville, and the original keepers of the land, the Mi’kmaq Peoples, Nova Scotia is an integral part of Canada’s immigration history and growing diversity.
This Maritimes program brings you to some of the most iconic and engaging experiences found throughout the province of Nova Scotia. From the history of Lunenburg and Pier 21 to the contemporary issues affecting our coastlines, engage with rich content both past and present. With cultural diversity as a key theme, challenge the Canadian narrative that all are welcome, diving deeper into contemporary issues impacting our multicultural society.
At Insight, our program itineraries are as unique as your students. All our program itineraries are customized with teacher chaperones to ensure that it meets the needs of your students.
With the support of a variety of local vendors and NGO’s, we promise that your students will get an authentic, local experience.
All our trips include:
Want to take your students outside the classroom? Review our program locations and suggested themes.
Connect with one of our High School Educators who will help custom design your program.
With our assistance, submit required paperwork and details to your Administration and School Board.
Announce the trip to your students! (We’ll provide all the materials you need).
Invite us to your school to host a Student & Parent Info Night! We will be there to answer questions and support student sign-up!
Step into the rich and complex history of African-Nova Scotians with a visit to Africville, a place of remembrance and resilience on the Halifax peninsula. Uncover Canada’s lesser-known history in diversity and inclusion, with a focus on the transatlantic slave trade. At Pier 21, participate in a simulated immigrant experience, reliving the journey of newcomers to Canada. Wrap up with time to explore the scenic Halifax Pier.
Embark on a scenic journey to Cape Breton, pausing at the Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre for a guided exploration of Mi’kmaq culture and history with local Indigenous members. Arrive in Baddeck, set on the shores of Bras d’Or Lake, and visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, delving into the life and inventions of this iconic innovator.
Explore the authentic Mi’kmaq culture on a guided 2.4 KM trail along Goat Island, located on the breathtaking Bras d’Or Lake. Enjoy a traditional Mi’kmaq lunch, savoring local flavors in a picturesque setting. Then, travel back in time at the Highland Village Museum, a living history site that immerses you in the Gaelic traditions and ways of life of Nova Scotia.
Step into history at the Fortress of Louisbourg, a partial reconstruction of an 18th-century French fortress where re-enactors bring pivotal Anglo-French battles to life. Visit the Cape Breton Miners Museum for an evocative look at the life and resilience of miners. Embark on an underground tour with a retired miner, gaining insight into the daily lives of those who built Canada’s coal mining legacy.
Travel back to Halifax, stopping at the Museum of Industry. Dive into hands-on workshops that reveal the evolution of work through technology. Craft your own keepsake with a letterpress print and witness the transformation of logs into lumber, learning firsthand about Nova Scotia’s deep ties to industry.
Discover the timeless beauty of Peggy’s Cove and its iconic lighthouse, and explore the vibrant shops and colorful coastal homes. Savor a seafood lunch featuring local flavors before journeying to Lunenburg. At the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, dive into Nova Scotia’s maritime heritage, followed by free time in Lunenburg Old Town before gathering for a celebratory final dinner.
Complete your journey, taking home memories of the landscapes, cultures, and stories that define Nova Scotia.