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Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Steveston Recollections, the History of a Village
Steveston,B.C., a rich farming and fishing community at the mouth of the Fraser River, is profiled. Follow the history of the town known as the 'salmon capital of the world.'
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Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Windows on the Past: A Virtual Tour of Mahone Bay
The history of Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia is viewed through original documents and photos as well as personal stories. This town was once the centre of Grand Banks fishing, privateers, and rum running!
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Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Papertown, the Dalhousie Story
The story of Dalhousie, New Brunswick is profiled. It grew from a fishing village to a prosperous town dependant on one industry, the paper mill. Archival materials are included in the exhibit.
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Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Norris Arm: Those Pine Clad Hills
The history of Norris Arm, Newfoundland is profiled. Over the years, many different industries thrived..from salmon fishing and lumbering to the railway and the military. Archival photographs of the people and businesses are included.