The Quebec Railway Statutes : A Compilation of All Railway Charters Granted, With the Amendments Thereto, Up to and Including the Session of 1883; With a Copious Alphabetical Index (Classic Reprint)

A complete collection of Quebec railway charters and amendments up to 1883, with a thorough index for easy reference.

This edition gathers full texts and crucial changes in one authoritative volume.

This compilation presents the full texts of charters and amendments to the session of 1883, with an extensive alphabetical index for legal-h‌eaders and researchers. It covers foundational acts and notable amendments that shaped railway development in Quebec, including guarantees, government loans, and municipal considerations. The book serves as a primary reference for understanding the legislative framework surrounding early Canadian railways and their governance.

• Key statutes such as The Canada Railway Loan Act, 1867, establishing government guarantees and sinking funds.
• Amendments and consolidations for urban and interprovincial lines, including the Montreal City Passenger Railway and the Consolidated Railway Fund acts.
• Terms governing bonds, debentures, and subsidies tied to railway construction and operation.
• Procedural provisions, penalties, and by-law enforcement affecting railway companies and municipalities.

Ideal for researchers, students, and professionals studying Canadian railway history, legislative history, or archived legal texts.