CapitalGems.ca

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Explore and discover the beauty that lies within and surrounding Canada's Capital Region. We explore many of the region’s natural and historical gems, from caves and mines to abandoned ruins and unique landscapes. This site is all encompassing and offers a wide variety of fascinating opportunities to suit any outdoor or heritage enthusiast. We have created this site to showcase these modest marvels and share a little of our local history.

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BEAVER Co. ASPHALT ROOFING PLANT RUINS

An article was found from July 19, 1922 in the Ottawa Citizen about a fire at the Beaver Company plant in Québec. It appears this was related to asphalt or roofing. A look at later aerials seem to show the buildings were demolished sometime before 1945...

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