Explore the rise of Canada’s paper industry from its earliest mills to the 1918 landscape.
This historical overview traces how forests, water power, and smart policy helped Canadian producers grow into a major global player. Read about the first paper mills, shifting technologies, and the people who built and expanded a thriving industry across provinces.
The book blends milestones, census snapshots, and profiles of key mills to show how supply, demand, and innovation shaped production, jobs, and regional development. It highlights the importance of powered mills, evolving paper products, and the near century of rapid growth that transformed Canada’s economy.
Ideal for readers of industrial history, economic development, and Canadian history who want a clear, fact-based overview of how papermaking took root and grew across the country.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the Canadian pulp and paper industry at the beginning of the 20th century. It explores the historical origins of papermaking in Canada, tracing its evolution from small-scale operations to the establishment of large-scale industrial mills. The book documents the industry's rapid growth during this period, fueled by factors such as government incentives, technological advancements, and the rising demand for paper products. The author discusses the industry's significant impact on the Canadian economy and its role in shaping the country's industrial landscape. Additionally, the book examines the challenges faced by the industry, including labor relations, environmental concerns, and competition from international markets. The author concludes by highlighting the industry's resilience and its continued importance as a major contributor to Canada's economic prosperity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331680734_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331680734
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331680734
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 130 pages. 8.90x5.98x0.43 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331680735
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