A summary and analysis of the Peace River district showing the economic factors necessary for an integrated and prosperous development. It is a warm and human story of change from primitive sod-busting to modern, mechanized agriculture and industry, and a tribute to the pioneer spirit which still finds scope in our northern settlement fringe.
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ACMI Identifier
309675
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Agriculture - Canada
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Farm mechanization
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Industrialization
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Human settlements
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Canada - Economic conditions
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Economic development
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Human settlements
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Mechanization - Economic aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Mechanization - Social aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Social change
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)