Building Canada: A History of Public Works

by Norman R. Ball

Most Canadians can take for granted conveniences and services far above levels considered acceptable even a few decades ago. This quality of life was made possible in part by the development of modern, complex, large-scale public works infrastructures. It represents a remarkable achievement. Climate, terrain, and limitations in resources and technological capabilities challenged generations of pioneers, soldiers, labourers, and engineers. Despite...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802068987
• ISBN13: 9780802068989
• Release Date: May 1991
• Publisher: University of Toronto Press
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher