Canada West

by Canada. Department of the Interior

2022 · DigiCat

In 'Canada West,' the Canada Department of the Interior presents a comprehensive guide catered to prospective land buyers with an interest in the nation's western frontiers. This tome meticulously details the vast and varied landscapes of the four westernmost provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, offering a tapestry of topographical features, climate, soil conditions, and economic opportunities. Structured with pragmatism in mind, its prose is succinctly paired with essential data, situating the work within the practical genres of travel, informational guides, and governmental literature, aimed at promoting settlement and investment in the Canadian West during a pivotal era of expansion and development. As an official publication by a national governmental body, 'Canada West' encapsulates a wealth of knowledge rooted in extensive research and governmental records. The Department of the Interior, responsible for the management of federal lands and natural resources, was instrumental in shaping policies during the period of Canada's rapid westward growth. The book reflects the intentions and insights of an entity deeply invested in the orderly colonization and resource management of the country's rich but then underpopulated expanses. Scholars and enthusiasts of North American history and economic expansion will find 'Canada West' an invaluable resource. Its utility extends beyond historical interest, serving as a poignant reminder of the administrative efforts that have shaped modern Canada's landscape and societal framework. The book is a testament to the promise and potential Canada's government saw in its western territories, validated by meticulous cartography and statistics, and offered as an invitation to partake in the country's unfolding narrative of exploration and growth.

Sessional Papers

by Canada. Parliament

1925

"Report of the Dominion fishery commission on the fisheries of the province of Ontario, 1893", issued as vol. 26, no. 7, supplement.

Progress Report of the Chief Supervisor on the Illustration Stations

by Canada. Department of Agriculture. Division of Illustration Stations

1930

Issued 1922-34/37 in 2 parts: 1. Stations in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec and Ontario (varies slightly); and British Columbia (varies slightly).