Cégep teacher from Abitibi‑Témiscamingue wins Governor General’s History Award for teaching excellence
Martin Baron, history instructor at Cégep de l’Abitibi‑Témiscamingue, is one of seven recipients of the Governor General’s History Award for excellence in teaching. He led students in archival research tied to local centennials (Val‑d’Or, Rouyn‑Noranda) producing articles, audio pieces and posters. The award will be presented on 18 November 2026 in Victoria by the Governor General.
Baron’s class conducted hands‑on archival research in Rouyn‑Noranda and Val‑d’Or, examining photos, newspapers and documents. Students were tasked with producing three final works: a 750‑word article for a local newspaper, an audio segment for community radio and a poster for public distribution. The jury recognized this experiential learning project and Baron will receive the national teaching award at a ceremony on 18 November 2026 in Victoria.
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