Canadian industry in focus: the rise of a powerhouse
This issue offers a detailed look at the E.
B. Eddy Company’s growth in Hull, from its early match and timber ventures to its later pulp and paper mills. It also covers lessons in education for pulp and paper workers and a broad view of forest conservation in Ontario.
The narrative lines up pivotal moments, including the company’s rebuilding after a devastating fire and its shift into modern pulp and paper production, illustrating how a single business shaped industrial Hull and Canadian manufacturing.
- History of the Eddy business and its Hull operations, including mills for matches, pulp, and paper.
- A dramatic account of the 1900 fire and the company’s rapid recovery and rebuilding.
- Educational initiatives in pulp and paper making, including formal training and correspondence courses.
- Ontario’s approach to forest conservation and public education on responsible land use.
Ideal for readers of Canadian industrial history, pulp and paper heritage, and the evolution of early 20th‑century manufacturing.