Shipbuilding Activities
Pretend you are the owner of one of the coastal boats that operated back in the early 1900’s. Compile an argument for the continuance of your coastal boat service.
Or
Pretend you are a member of government back in the early 1900’s. Compile an argument for the usage of the Trans Canada Highway and the discontinuance of many of the coastal boats.
How many coastal boats serviced Newfoundland in the 1930’s?
How many coastal boats are servicing Newfoundland and Labrador today?
Where do they make their runs? (use a map)
What supplies do they carry?
What future is in store for these vessels?