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Canadian Documents Gallery
This section describes a number of past and present government departments, and provides access to historical documents that reveal the range of issues, opportunities, and responsibilities addressed by the Government of Canada.
Explore The Canadian State Political Library, a digital collection of historical books related to Canadian politics and government.
Post Office"The Post Office Department will refuse to accept any such parcels for prisoners of war in Germany"
Secretary of State
"If the Government does not send us a supply of provisions, the whole population will starve"
Militia and Defence"In order to be prepared for war, it is necessary to collect and tabulate intelligence in Peace time
Indian Affairs"To meet and conclude negotiations with these Indians the Commissioners left Ottawa on the 22nd May
Public Works"This small installation would be exposed to all the hazards of a large city plant
Transport"Ready access to the sea has ever been considered a factor of vital importance to the economic welfare of any country
Parliament"A fresh starting point in the moral, political, and material advancement of the people of Canada"
Interior"The immigration building was steadily occupied by immigrants, and every courtesy was shown to those taking shelter"
National Revenue"I regret to have to inform you that the Canadian Customs Official Flag was torn down"
Agriculture"Corpses of persons who have died of Contagious or Infectious Diseases will not be hauled in the trains of this railway"
Finance"I have known Mr. Louis Roussy for several years, and I believe him to be a true Loyal Subject"
Fisheries and Oceans"Unless more stringent measures are adopted immediately, our Cod Fishing business will become depleted"
Citizenship and Immigration"We cannot achieve greatness unless we live in peace and harmony with our neighbours of other origins inside Canada"
