HUDSON’S BAY COMPANY AND THE FUR TRADE

Grades 4 & 9 Social Studies

The Hudson’s Bay Company is Canada’s oldest national company. What were its powerful effects on First Nations and how did it play a key role in the development of Fort Victoria and Canada? Students will become curators and examine real otter and beaver pelts, a Hudson’s Bay blanket and other items important to the trade economy. Relations between First Nations and the HBC will also be included.

Live Programs Schedule:

Thursday, May 14, 2020 – 11:00 AM PST

For more information, please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca. Please be aware that for the months of March and April, most museum staff will be working from home, and therefore mostly accessible by e-mail.

The Maritime Museum of BC does not want to cause additional financial hardship at this time to any who would like to participate in our programs and lack the ability to pay. Free attendance at these programs is available. please email us at programs@mmbc.bc.ca to request your free Virtual Program discount code.

Please note: Registration for LIVE programs must occur at least 2 hours before the scheduled program and provide an e-mail, or we can not guarantee that you will receive the link to participate. We will contact you before the program, and are available for Zoom troubleshooting aid up to 2 hours before the program start time.