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Trial Run and Official Opening
- When
- 30 November 1829
- Where
- Upper Canada
The original Welland Canal opened for a trial run on 30 November 1829, marking its official opening in Upper Canada.
The canal, excavated between 1824 and 1829, was officially opened on 30 November 1829. This event marked the start of its operation, which lasted until 1845. The opening facilitated the movement of goods from Great Lakes ports to Montreal and Quebec City.
Sources
- Welland Canal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21
- Upper Canada Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-20
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