The Meech Lake Accord: a political crisis that left the country teetering on the edge. It’s a subject that might put some high school students to sleep, but not in Elijah, the spirited tale of a reluctant hero who went on to change the course of Canadian history – with a feather. The timely,CTV Original Movie takes a smart and lighthearted look at an important historical moment, digging underneath the constitutional crisis of the time to reveal a true homegrown David and Goliath story. Nominated for an astounding eight 2008 Leo Awards and winner of two 2009 Gemini Awards; Best TV Movie & Best Writing in a Dramatic Program or Mini Series.
Grade levels: Adult
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Families in the Wild – 4 Pack
Families in the Wild tell the true story of Hyenas, Lions, Monkeys and Zebra is a 4 disc collection. Journey with these Families in the Wild.
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The Hyena Family
Families In the Wild: Hyenas tells the hyena’s true story. You’ll see why lions are the kings of the jungle and hyenas are the queens. Hyenas kill more of their own prey than lions do and they have stronger jaws than lions.
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The Lion Family
In the Families In the Wild: Lions, follow Tattoo and Kali, two lionesses who separately raise their cubs away from the pride. Tattoo and Kali live in a national park in Kenya called the Masai Mara Reserve.
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The Macaque Family
In Families in the Wild: Monkeys, you’ll see the monkeys’ favorite place to sleep and hang out. You’ll also watch the monkeys eat a delicious meal of fruit and bugs. (Yum!) These are just some of the interesting facts you’ll learn about in Families in the Wild: Monkeys. To find out any more about these fascinating monkeys, you’ll have to travel to Sri Lanka.
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The Zebra Family
Family is very important to these zebras. They stick together as they travel far and wide to find food. Journey with Families in the Wild: Zebras as these beautiful animals migrate from Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania over the Serengeti plains to the Masai Mara reserve in Kenya. Along the way, the zebras encounter joy as foals are born and fear as lions and crocodiles threaten to attack.
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First Impressions: Winning Over Your Boss
Starting any new job is likely to create some mixed reactions. It’s great to look forward to a new challenge, meeting new people and receiving a regular pay packet. But let’s be honest, it can also be very stressful, even if you have previous work experience. Every workplace has its own dress standards, protocols, procedures, chains of communication and acceptable work habits. So understanding how to fit in from the start is a crucial skill to acquire. In this program you’ll learn how to make that all-important good first impression whenever you start a new job. We’ll look at preparing to start work, induction and training, working with others and how to deal with problems along the way. We’ll also get some important tips from employment experts. A practical and informative look at your entry into a new working environment. Chapters: 1Preparing to Start Work 2.Induction and Training 3.Working with Others 4.Deal with Problems
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The Physics of Medical Imaging
Technological advances developed from our understanding of the electromagnetic spectrum, has provided medical technologists sophisticated tools with which to analyze and interpret bodily process for diagnostic purposes. These methods are usually non-invasive processes for identifying and monitoring diseases or injuries of the body by using images representing internal anatomical structures and organs of the body. Ultrasound, compute axial tomography, positron emission tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, are methods that can often provide clear diagnostic pictures without surgery. A magnetic resonance image (MRI) scan provides a view of bone, nerves and other soft tissues. The medical practitioner can view the MRI films and diagnose ailments such as a pinched nerve, a degenerative disc or a tumor. Perhaps the greatest advantage of each of these techniques is their ability to allow diagnosis without the need for surgery. Diagnostic imaging expands the knowledge of practitioners and the practice of medicine.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution
The average person who needs access to the legal system finds the court system time consuming, frustrating and intimidating. Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms allow more people to have their individual needs met in a less formal and intimidating manner, faster and cheaper. ?This is a positive outcome as it allows a greater variety of people to have their needs met, and also frees up the court for more serious matters. This program outlines the different alternative dispute resolution mechanisms available, the process and the steps involved and who can use them. Finally this program addresses the effectiveness of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms for the ‘ordinary’ people that need them
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Catching The Sun: The Physics of Solar Energy
Two forms of energy that we use every day are electrical energy and heat. During the 20th century we came to rely on fossil fuels as the ultimate source of these energy forms but now, energy from renewable sources is becoming more commonly used. This program investigates the three main ways in which we currently use solar energy to power our homes: solar hot water, solar photovoltaic – solar panels to generate electricity directly, and solar thermal arrays that use heat from sunlight to generate electricity in large commercial plants. We explain the science involved in each type in straightforward terms, look at practical considerations and take a look at new developments in this exciting area of renewable energy generation.