The Settlement Period era – Canadian Pacific Railway

This project focuses on some of the early, heritage buildings in Manitou, their architecture and their history.

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A summary of the evolution and distribution of rail in North America.

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History of the CNR.

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A document from the Canadian Pacific Railway archive collected by Robert Mackidd.

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A document from the Canadian Pacific Railway archive collected by Robert Mackidd.

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A  sollection of short memories and stories.

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INitially, before Canada Post existed, mail was carried by rail to many communities which later faded away.

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A map of the CPR rail lines across Western Canada.

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A collection of photos of railway scenes spanning many years and along the CPR line from Manitou to Clearwater.

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This monograph is intended to highlight the Pembina Manitou Archive's physical collection, pointing out some of its more unique components. It was published by the Pembina Manitou Archive and the Boundary Trail National Heritage Region as part of the Partnerships with Museums 2021 project. 

Financial support was provided by the Government of Manitoba.

It is for sale from the PMA by contacting pembinamanitouarchive@gmail.com.

Price $25

Shipping and Handling $15.

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