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History of the Rideau Canal

   
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On the Bright Side

As the oldest functioning waterway of its kind in North America, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Rideau Canal is an important part of Canadian history. Stretching over 200 kilometres from the city of Kingston to Ottawa, over time, the canal has truly become a national treasure. Puneet Birgi explores the interesting history of this famous waterway.

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