The Timber Trade

Episode 1

Timber fuels Carleton Place's early economy, drawing settlers and putting the town on the map in the 19th century.

The Iron Road

Episode 2

The railway links Carleton Place to the world, launching an era of trade, travel, and industrial growth in the 1800s.

Sacrifice and Strength

Episode 3

Carleton Place rallies during the World Wars, honouring local heroes like Capt. Arthur Roy Brown and the community's wartime contributions.

Pillars of Community

Episode 4

Education and faith shape the town's identity, passing on shared values and the enduring music of a Casavant organ.

Forging a Legacy

Episode 5

The Findlays harness the Mississippi River to power foundries, putting Carleton Place at the heart of Canada's industrial age.