Understanding Canada’s liquor controversy through the facts behind prohibition
This detailed compilation presents the evidence and arguments surrounding the liquor trade and temperance measures in Canada. It covers the rise of prohibition efforts, key debates, and the results of local and national policies from the 19th century era of the Royal Commission.
This edition frames the case with historical context, the measures tried, and the practical outcomes observed in various provinces. It offers a documentary view of how different jurisdictions approached control of alcohol and its social effects, without predicting outcomes.
- A clear overview of the liquor question in Canada and the role of the Dominion Alliance
- Accounts of how prohibitory laws operated in places like Quebec and New Brunswick
- Descriptions of legislative measures, local option experiments, and enforcement challenges
- Insights into social, economic, and public welfare considerations raised by proponents and opponents
Ideal for readers of history, public policy, and temperance-era studies who want a grounded, source-based look at Canada’s prohibition debate and its real-world impact.