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Banff and Canmore | |||
The Rocky Mountains and foothill region is rich in coal deposits as well as deposits of metals, such as tin, in the interior of British Columbia. The combination of geology, expansion of the railways, and settlement incentives spurred immigration into the area. Many immigrants began to come to Canada at the end of the 19th century and the trickle became a stream at the beginning of the 20th century. They came to work in the building of the railroads and other construction, to work in forestry camps and, work in the mines and urban areas. Others worked in tourism-related enterprises including hotels, restaurants and other aspects of the hospitality industry. Wayne Hubman looks back at the feeling of camaraderie between
miners, the appreciation for sunshine, and the enjoyment he and
previous generations of his family received from working in the
mines, in this video produced by CFCN Television. |
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