Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
This week you are asked to create your own response to the above question and then you are expected to read and comment (agree or disagree) on one of your peer's responses.
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ReplyDeleteThe reason why the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada is because the people in British Columbia couldn’t help the Canada’s economy, people could move to Canada by train, and the population in the west would increase.
The main reason why the construction of the intercontinental railway was so vital to the development of western Canada was because more people could travel by train to get to British Columbia because if you wanted there get there you would have to travel over the rocky mountains and get to a city to survive which tons of people would die. The population couldn’t expand unless the intercontinental railway was created and the economy was better after due to the people in British Columbia growing food and sending it west to the people in Ontario, Manitoba and many other places east of British Columbia. If there ever was a war in British Columbia you could send troops to British Columbia by the intercontinental railway if the war was in British Columbia and the troops wouldn’t have climb over the Rocky Mountains or go around them they could save energy and take the train. So for these reasons I think the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada.
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ReplyDeleteYes i agree with you Keith
ReplyDeletei do think that the CPR was a vitalto the devlopment of western Canada as well.
I like how you backed up your answer as well. I feel that you did well by including what could happen and what they would have to do about it. Overall i think that it is good
Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
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Yes the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada because the railway helped most of the other colonies join Canada. Alberta, Saskatchewan and PEI, were the colonies that thought that they were fine at first. But in the end they needed they the Canadian Pacific Railway. This railway would be extremely useful for many reasons
1 Alberta, Saskatchewan and PEI, were the colonies that thought that they were fine at first. But in the end they needed they the Canadian Pacific Railway.
2 The European settlers to go westward into the places were the population is sparse. Since the land was very good in the west but had a very sparse population the European’s went to settle in the untouched land.
3 It would meet the demand for an efficient transportation and communication across Canada. Since Canada was such a large country it would take a very long time to telegraph anyone as well as go to the person to tell them. The CPR was perfect for this way of communication and transportation.
4 The railway would unify. Canada the dream was from sea to sea this CPR would be needed to unify the country. The railway went all through Canada so this did help the dream.
5 The railway was an efficient way of traveling/ transportation rather than the older less efficient ways. (For example horse, canoe etc).
For these reasons the intercontinental railway was extremely vital for western Canada.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with Keenan's answer that the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada and also like the idea of this quote "It would meet the demand for an efficient transportation and communication across Canada. Since Canada was such a large country it would take a very long time to telegraph anyone as well as go to the person to tell them. The CPR was perfect for this way of communication and transportation." So in conclusion I agree with Keenans answer.
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ReplyDeleteI believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was a vital to the development of western Canada. I believe this because the construction of this railway would make it easier to get around in the North-West territories. The intercontinental railway would also make it easier for the NWMP to maintain law and order. It also meant that they could recruit more NWMP from different provinces. The railway was vital because now different settlements could trade with the rest of Canada much easier than before and if they needed to get work out of the west and somewhere else in Canada that would be much faster to go to and from there with the use of the railway. Once again I believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was a vital development for western Canada.
Yes, i agree with Joshua's answer that the construction of the intercontinental railway was a vital development for Western Canada.
ReplyDeleteWas the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteThis week you are asked to create your own response to the above question and then you are expected to read and comment (agree or disagree) on one of your peer's responses.
Yes, the construction of an international railway was vital to the development of Western Canada. I strongly believe this for many reasons.
One of these reasons being that the railway was a political necessity for Canada. This means that for the political part of Western Canada they needed a railway to get around for many reasons, including meetings,trading etc.
Another reason being that the railway was an economic necessity for Canada. this means that economically this railway was a necessity for people to do things.
These are two very big reasons why the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada.
In response to Keith’s answer.
ReplyDeleteI do agree with your main thesis, that the railway was vital to the development of western Canada. I also, agree with one of your supporting facts that states that the intercontinental railway helped people travel to British Columbia. One point that I do not agree with is that about their being a war in BC. Not only has there never been a war in British Columbia but even if there was, troops would definitely not climb up the Rocky Mountains to get there. The Rocky Mountains are over 4000 m at its highest elevation; therefore this could be an impossible task. Overall I agree with your main thesis, but not all of your supporting facts.
Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteI absolutely believe that the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada. One of the main reasons why I completely agree with this is because the CPR, transported settlers to the west, for example, the North- West Territories. Available farmland in Ontario was scarce, while farmland in the west of Canada was very abundant. As well, the North- West Territories were sparsely populated. The CPR allowed for the settlement in the west, which helped develop and populate western Canada.
A second reason why I strongly believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada is because it helped unify Canada. John A. MacDonald’s promise to Canada was to become a country “from sea to sea.” The CPR would help unify widely separated areas of Canada. An intercontinental was essential to extend from British Columbia all the way to provinces in the Atlantic Coast such as New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. This is another reason why I completely agree that the CPR was critical to the development of western Canada.
The final reason why I can undeniably say that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada is because it was an efficient way to transport goods to the west. Before the CPR, transportation methods such as canoes, horse and wagon, and ox cart were used. These methods were extremely slow and inefficient in winter conditions. This meant that it was very hard for anything to be transported to western Canada, especially in the winter months. An intercontinental railway would permit a faster transportation method of goods to western Canada. This would encourage people to live in western Canada, which would result in a populated developed area.
As you can see, there are many reasons why the construction of an intercontinental railway was imperative to the development of western Canada. It transported settlers to areas with low population, it helped unify Canada, and it was an efficient transportation method for goods and supplies. For these many reasons, I definitely believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was crucial to the development of western Canada.
The construction of an intercontinental railway was indeed vital to the development of western Canada.
ReplyDelete1. Having an all-Canadian railway would meet the demand for an efficient transportation and communication system across the vast country of Canada.
2. The Canadian government did not want to be dependent of the United States by having transportation routes through the United States.
3. An intercontinental railway would help to unify Canada.
4. An intercontinental railway would allow for goods and people to be transported from the Atlantic coast to the colony of British Columbia on the Pacific coast and back replacing older less efficient transportation methods.
5. The northern portion of Canada including the North-West Territories was sparsely populated; however, having an intercontinental railway would open this area up for settlement by Canadian and European settlers rather than Americans.
6. As trade between Canada and the United States declined due to the end of Reciprocity Treaty of 1866, the new provinces in Canada required new markets in Canada in order to trade with and an intercontinental railway would provide this opportunity.
7. An intercontinental railway would allow Canada to compete with the United States for trade with the Red River area and the colony of British Columbia helping to break the economic ties to the United States.
8. Since farmland in Ontario had become less and less, an intercontinental railway would allow settlers to travel west where undeveloped land was available for farming producing products.
Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteI believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada. I consider the construction critical for many reasons. To begin with, the population of the west was low compared to the population of the east of Canada. This was also important because there was more available land which was unused. With an intercontinental railway, settlers were easily transported to the west, making the population higher in number. Secondly, the intercontinental railway was a way to unify the western and eastern Canada. For example, if the west needed supplies they didn’t have, then the railway could be used to transport goods to them from the east. Lastly, the construction of an intercontinental railway opened the opportunity for more available jobs. Therefore I believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of the western Canada.
Yes, I agree with Erica's opinion that the construction of an intercontinental railway was important to the development of western Canada. Like Erica, I also believe that by being able to transport people, it would allow for more settlement in the west. Also, I agree that the construction of the CPR would unify the country. Lastly, I have the same opinion that the CPR would be a way to transport goods, and therefore help increase the population. Therefore I totally agree with Erica’s response.
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ReplyDeleteI believe that the construction of the intercontinental railway was a necessary for the growth of Canada as at that time there were several big factors that made the railroad work in Canada’s favour. First off the new provinces that join Canada all needed a railroad. P.E.I needed a railroad because they had a fairly low population and needed a bigger one. A railway would provide access to the area for more people who needed a better and faster route. Not only that but they were convinced that a railroad would help them as they tried to build a railway a short time earlier. However their attempt to build one was unsuccessful and they needed the extra support from Canada. British Columbia had a similar situation as they also needed the railway to boost their population as it was also very low and similar to P.E.I they were also in dept which upon joining Canada paid off. Two other provinces (Alberta and Saskatchewan) also had a similar situation before joining. The railway not only influenced the creation of 4 new provinces but also helped in general needs. It helped for trading, transportation of goods, basic transportation and more. I conclusion this is why I believe that the C.P.R was necessary in the development of Canada.
Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteIn response to Keith’s post: I completely agree with you but I have a couple more ideas.
Yes the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada.
To a very large extent, the success of confederation depended on the building of the Pacific Coast. The Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) was politically necessary and the railway was an economic requirement for Canada for the following reasons.
1.The CPR would be easy, fast and efficient travel across Canada. The CPR would replace older methods of transportations: horse and wagon, sailboat, steamboat etc…. The CPR can transport people and items from sea to sea.
2.The Canadians were afraid that the Americans would take the North-West Territories because the U.S. was being quickly populated. In 1867 the U.S. got Alaska, people also feared that the American railways would enter Canada.
3. The railroad would unify Canada because the railway will help separate the provinces. It would also for fill John A. McDonald’s promise: “expanding Canada
from: sea-to-sea”.
4. The CPR can distribute items efficiently across Canada. After the Reciprocity Treaty was canceled people needed other markets that they could depend on.
Settlers in British Columbia became a market, that made goods and the railroad would connect them to the rest of Canada.
5. There wasn’t enough good farmland left in Ontario but in the North-West Territories they’re plenty. The CPR would get the farmers there efficiently. The farmer’s crops/food would get exported and reach the destination fast and money/gold would get imported.
In response to Josh’s response:
ReplyDelete“I believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was a vital to the development of western Canada. I believe this because the construction of this railway would make it easier to get around in the North-West territories. The intercontinental railway would also make it easier for the NWMP to maintain law and order. It also meant that they could recruit more NWMP from different provinces. The railway was vital because now different settlements could trade with the rest of Canada much easier than before and if they needed to get work out of the west and somewhere else in Canada that would be much faster to go to and from there with the use of the railway. Once again I believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was a vital development for western Canada”
I agree with josh’s response. I agree with all of the supporting points that he says like that it could help the nwmp keep more order. Also I did not even consider that it may help the nwmp in terms of recruiting. All in all a very good response.
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ReplyDeleteChristine, I totally agree with you. It is evident that being able to transport and populate an area was crucial to developing the west. You are also right on your second and third opinions. The CP railway DID help trade and the construction developed new jobs, therefore increasing the population. In conclusion, I agree with your point of view on this topic.
(Alisha)
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Yes, I think that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of Western Canada because of three reasons. Firstly, the construction of the railway encouraged people to set up homes in the west. This increased the population in the area. Secondly, the railway helped to develop the trading in the West and lastly, the construction of the railway encouraged immigration.
With the construction of the new railway, workers would be needed. As a result, more people (and their families) were travelling to the West and they populated the area. In fact, so many people were coming to the west that many towns sprung up around the worksites. (If you recall, it was one of the NWMP’s duties to protect these towns.)
Trading and commerce are essential to the development of any area. One of the reasons why the CP railway was constructed was to develop the trading in the West. The intercontinental railway increased the speed in which goods could be brought to the West. It also replaced the older, less efficient transport methods. This combination of speed and efficiency only served to bring about further development of the West.
Finally, the construction of the railway encouraged immigration. To complete the railway faster and cheaper, the company brought Chinese workers from overseas to work on the rail. Many of these people wanted to go back to China, but they often couldn’t. This only left the option of staying in Canada and making their home here. Even though the Canadian government later charged a $50 head tax on new Chinese immigrants, the Chinese workers that worked on intercontinental railway still played a part in populating the West. Today, the world acknowledges Canada as a multicultural country. This would never have been possible if the Canadian government did not open the country for immigrants from China.
In conclusion, the railway was vital to the development of western Canada. This is because it raised the population, boosted the economy and encouraged immigration.
Very pleased with the quality of responses this week! Excellent work commenting on each others posts. Keep it up folks!
ReplyDeleteIn response to Erica’s answer I agree with your overall response, especially with the main reason why the intercontinental railway was needed to helped transport settlers with low population to the West, it helped unify Canada, and how it was an efficient transportation method for goods. Therefore, I have nothing to critique you about on this wonderfully written response.
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ReplyDeleteI firmly believe that the construction of the intercontinental railway was extremely vital to the development of Western Canada for many reasons. One, it helped unify Canada tremendously and this made Sir. John A MacDonald’s dream to be “sea to sea” a reality. The CPR would unify those in Canada who are widely separated. An intercontinental railway was crucial to extend to provinces such as Nova Scotia from British Columbia. This is one of the main reasons why entirely believe that the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of Western Canada.
A second reason why I believe the intercontinental railway was vital because the CPR transported settlers to the west, (e.g. North West Territories). Due to the limited supply of farmland in Ontario, the CPR sent settlers to the west where there is plenty of farmland.
My final reason why I certainly believe that the construction of an intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada is because it would replace all the older, less efficient transport methods. The railway would solve this problem and before the CPR they used horse and wagon and so the intercontinental railway would eliminate these slower transportation methods. Overall, an intercontinental railway would be a faster, quicker and easier method.
As a result, there are numerous amounts of reasons why the intercontinental railway was essential to the development of western Canada. It helped unify Canada, helped transport settlers to the west, and replaced older less efficient transportation methods. Therefore, I utterly agree that the construction of the intercontinental railway was critical to the development of western Canada.
Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeletePrior to the development of the intercontinental railway, Eastern Canada was basically isolated from the Western regions. It was Sir John A. McDonald's vision to have a railway from sea to sea. He could anticipate the benefits that this passageway could have towards promoting unity among these spatially separated regions. People and products would now have access to vast territories that were previously out of reach.
The railway represented a progressive step towards a more modern method of transportation that was more efficient and reliable. This was particularly useful given the fact that trade between the Canada and the U.S. was tenuous. Being able to rely on other provinces as potential markets for their goods was an economic boon. The close ties between British Columbia and the U.S. posed a threat so we needed to provide a Canadian alternative which was fulfilled through the transcontinental railway. Since land was becoming scarce in Ontario, new frontiers could be made available through the railway. So definitely, I agree with Alyssa that the development of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada.
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I believe that the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada. I think this because i feel that it helped Canada come closer together as one. The railway also helped follow up to Sir John A.MacDonalds promise to expand from sea to sea. This allowed the country to be more connected and more as one. The railway to me kept the provinces more depended on each other which i feel is a good thing to keep the country in peace.
This railway also helped greater the population of the country because with the railway it will be easier for other people to come and settle in Canada. The Railway also grew more trading around the country because then it is easier for the people to trade amongst themselves and less dependent on America and other areas.
So i feel that without the railway then the population would be low and there would be less peace within the country due to the provinces being less depended on the people within their country.
Question: Was the construction of an intercontinental railway vital to the development of western Canada? Why or why not?
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Yes, the construction of an intercontinental railway was absolutely vital to the development of western Canada. At the moment Canada is still a vast expanse of land full of forests and the provinces are spread far apart with small populations. First, the amount of farmland in Ontario and Quebec was running low and expansion into Saskatchewan or Manitoba was very appealing, but to move people successfully they would have to transport all the settlers’ possessions as well as some food to sustain them until they were comfortable. Furthermore, the North West Mounted Police were newly established and living in the harsh wilderness of the North West Territories the railway would be able to transport goods more easily to help support the troops. Moreover, John A MacDonald needed to fulfill the pledge of sea to sea to keep the trust of the people. If the promise was not kept settlers might not trust him and may even start questioning their decision to join confederation. In conclusion, I most definitely believe that the construction of the intercontinental railway was vital to the development of western Canada.
Do you think that the railway helped to shape the identity of Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteI agree with Emily's response and points she listed, the CPR was an essential addition in the North-Weat territories. I agree that there was little farmland in Quebec and Ontario that was arable, that the NWMP needed support in the west so a railway would provide that, and Sir John A. Macdonald needed to fulfill his promise of a country see to see.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the construction of the intercolonial railway (also known as the CPR railway) was a just for many reasons.
ReplyDeleteJohn A. Macdonald wanted a country from “sea to sea” and had the idea of building a railway to connect the dominion of Canada. The CPR railway was very much needed for a more efficient way to transport and travel settlers and goods across Canada. Older methods of transportation were not as efficient that the railway.
Macdonald wanted to create the intecolonial railway to bring more loyal settlers to the west to avoid any American takeovers. The railway helped contribute a great deal to the debt that PEI was dealing with before they joined confederation. Newfoundland also felt that by joining confederation, the railway could contribute in bringing them many rich resources.
There was a decrease in available farmland in Ontario so by having the railway, they could transport settlers to the west, which was rich in farmland.
Due to “the decline with the end of the Reciprocity Treaty in 1866”, Canada was in need of other markets to trade with. With the CPR railway in effect, they had the ability to trade with the Atlantic colonies providing the west trading goods with the other provinces of Canada.
As you can see, the intercolonial railway was a great necessity for the becoming and development of western Canada. With the CPR, they were provided with the transport of loyal settlers, goods, the opportunity of trade, resources, a great deal of rich and available farmland, and a more efficient mode of transport.
In response to Lorenc's answer:
ReplyDeleteI do agree with your overall arguement. The CPR was vital in development in the west. I agree that the railroad helped travel, transportation, trade and was one of the main reasons why the four provinces (P.E.I, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and B.C) joined Canada. What I don't agree with is P.E.I needing a larger population. Not only is P.E.I in the EASTERN part of Canada, its population was large enough compared to the province's size to support itself. P.E.I joined Canada to increase their economy, trade and relieve their debts to landlords, not because it needed a larger population.
Overall I agree with your main arguement, but not all of your supporting points.
No, I don't think in any significant way the CP railway helped identify Canada.
ReplyDeleteThe CP railway was built more for a developmental use. Back then, it transported goods, settlers, and tourists from place to place. It helped populate the west, form the provinces of P.E.I, British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, founded cities (such as Calgary), increased economy, etc., But unlike the CN tower, or the sport hockey, it wasn't a major iconic figure that helped make Canada unique from other nations in the world. When I think of Canada, I think of snow, hockey, the C.N tower, maple syrup, but not the CPR. The CPR just broadened Canada.
Overall, I strongly believe that the CPR did in no momentous way identitfy Canada. Sure, it helped mature Canada, but it didn't distinguish the nation. There are many long railroads around the world, and the CPR is no different than any other railroad.
I feel that the intercontinental railway did help to shape the identify of Cananda.
ReplyDeleteAccording to Webster's, a working definition for identity is "the distinguishing character or personality of an individual".
Although Canada is not an individual, it is made up of several individuals; individuals who came together to design and build a system of transportation that connected a huge country from coast to coast.
Such a system of transportation for people and goods made Canada unique helping to develop its sense of identity.
Such a system would also allow people to communicate easier which would help to unifiy the country again adding to its identity.
These reasons are why I feel that Cananda became known throughout the world developing its sense of identity.
In response brebre_ilpugs:
ReplyDeleteI don't agree with your argument. You said "although Canada is not an individual; it is made up of several individuals who came together to design and build a system of transportation that connected a huge country from coast to coast". America is also an individual nation that stretches "from coast to coast", and they too have built long railroads as well, all of which are not very iconic. I also don't agree that "such a system of transportation for people and goods made Canada unique helping to develop its sense of identity”, or "to communicate easier which would help unify Canada helping to develop its sense of identity". I agree that it did greatly unify and develop Canada, but in no way did "distinguish character or personality" of Canada.
This is why I don't concur with your argument.
In response to Christine's answer.
ReplyDeleteI strongly agree with you. I like how you stressed the small populations in the west and the advantages of the railway. You also mentioned the creation of jobs, the quicker transport of goods and the ability to put the farmland to good use. Moveover I like how you backed up all your opinions with practial uses of the rail way. In conclusion I agree with your supporting points and your opinion.
I belive that the railway did not have a great effect on the construction of western canada. The reason i belive the railway did not help push expanding to the west was because the canadien government was already wanting people to start moving out of ontario and into the west to become farmers. The reason the canadien government wanted this was to increase land, profits, and recources. At this time canada had many people coming in from diffrent countries to settle this was fine with the canadien government aslong as the people would work, but the size of groups entering canada was far from small this meant that canada would need to be expanded into the west. The railway was not a big player in the expansion of canada more like a cherry on top.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with your statement i also belive that the railway had not help expand canada but it was more to be meant as means of transportation.
You said - "it helped mature Canada, but it didn't distinguish the nation." i think that this was a perfect way of saying how the railway was apart of canada, the railway was apart of canada and didn't help build canada.
I believe that the CPR had an important role in shaping Canada's identity because today one of Canada's main tourist atractions which means that Canada is know for not only its Rocky Mountains but also the CPR. I can support the fact that the CPR helped to shape Canada's indentity was because it also helped build the west and helped provinces such as Alberta and Manitoba become established settlements and a big part of Canadian culture and settlement in Canada
ReplyDeleteI totally disagree with Dogalas's response because he stated "The railway was not a big player in the expansion of canada more like a cherry on top." I completly disagree, I think that the railway was a major player in the expansion of Canada for one main reason. The railway was a huge step to unifying Canada, which means it joined those in Canada who are widely seperated closer to eachother. Therefore, in my opinion the railway was a big player in the expansion of Canada.
ReplyDeleteI think that the railway definitely helped to shape the identity of Canada. I believe this because with the help of the railway Canada was less dependent on the USA and could be identified as independent. Therefore I believe that the railway did help shape the identity of Canada.
ReplyDeleteDo you think that the railway helped to shape the identity of Canada? Why or why not?
ReplyDeleteI strongly agree that the Canadian Pacific Railway helped shape the identity of Canada. One main reason for this is because to ship goods to western Canada before the CPR, transportation routes in the USA were used. The construction of the CPR, transporting goods to western Canada could get there only through Canada. This means that Canada would not have to depend on the United States. I undeniably agree that the CPR helped shape the identity of Canada.
In response to Erica's answer:
ReplyDeleteI disagree with your answer. Although I think avoiding the American routes and instead using our own Canadian routes made Canadians more dignified, in no way did it significantly identify Canada.
Yes, I strongly agree that the railway helped shape the identity of Canada for two main reasons. First, in a huge way, the railroad helped unify Canada because it joined together those in Canada who are widely separated. Second, it helped a great deal in shipping goods to western Canada, but before there was a Canadian Pacific Railway Canada was reliable on the USA’s transportation routes. In conclusion to this valid point if there was a railway Canada would no longer have to rely on the United States. Therefore, the railway played a major role in shaping the identity of Canada.
ReplyDeleteIn response to Alex P.’s comment of my response:
ReplyDeleteAvoiding trading routes in America definitely helped identify Canada. How can a country become self- sufficient and unified if it is relying and dependent on another country for the transportation of goods? I can undeniably say that the CPR helped identify Canada.
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ReplyDeleteI am responding to Keith’s post. That was a good post but I have to point out two things.
ReplyDelete1.Your grammar and spelling did not make sense in many sentences. To help you I suggest reading your post out loud to yourself before posting it.
2. I very much doubt that the NWMP would climb over the Rockie Mountains; instead the NWMP would go around it. Erica stated in her post: “the Rocky Mountains are over 4000 m at its highest elevation; therefore this could be an impossible task". Over all that was a very good post but I am going to expand on your ideas and add a few more ideas in my previous post.
Yes I do think that the CPR helped unify Canada for the following reasons.
ReplyDeleteThe CPR went from the east to west. This answered MacDonald’s promise to the people of Canada which was “sea to sea.” This made it so much easier to get around since it went from east to west. Plus it was a much more efficient way of travel instead of canoe and horse back, and a better way of communication as well.
This made many settlers come to live in the west because of the good farm land and the train for transportation. This was very good for Canada since they needed more population to live in the west. That is why the CPR helped unify Canada.
According to Douglas’s post
ReplyDeleteI strongly disagree because the CPR was major in the identity of Canada not a cherry on top for the expansion of Canada. It was a huge part of combining all of the people. Because of this more people entered the west. This means that Canada did what they had to do by getting more settlers to come to the west. As well as having another way of travel and communication. In some of the paragraph you mad a few spelling mistakes.
But you had many strong points and overall it was good.
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ReplyDeleteIt became almost costume for tourists of Egypt to bring back mummies as souvenirs. Do you think that this is appropriate? Why or why not?
I believe that it was inappropriate to take mummies out of the tombs in Egypt for more than one reason. Firstly the mummies were put there for a reason. It’s not as if they were put there by the ancient Egyptians for tourists to see and take in the future. Those are the burial grounds of the ancient Egyptians. Taking the body of the mummies would be the equivalent of grave robbing in our time and for that matter in that time (19th century) to. There might be some people discussing how wrong grave robbing is as it disrespects the people while they have a mummy in a display case in the other room.
In plain logic it’s just disrespectful. The fact is that the ancient Egyptians took the steps to mummify the bodies of the people because it is parts of their belifs and religion taking the body away is a horrible and disrespectful thing to do. However this also shows how our morals have evolved from thinking that stealing dead bodies from ancient graveyards is okay to the point in time where we are saying on this blog that its wrong.