This postcard taken on the Dufferin Terrace in Québec City shows a dog sled, a method of travel invented by and borrowed from Indigenous Peoples. European traders and trappers quickly adopted this means of transporting merchandise after arriving in Canada. Dog sledding was still used out of necessity in some rural areas in the early 20th century, but it was also considered a wintertime sport and tourist attraction in the city.

1915 - 1929

A faithful friend throughout history

This album features our four-legged best friend: the dog. Whether helping with everyday chores or chaperoning the children, dogs have been full members of Québec City families for generations. Come and see them for yourself, with all their good company and loyalty, in these photos dating back to the early 20th century. What memories do these images from a bygone era stir for you?

Dog sledding on the Dufferin Terrace

Auteur inconnu This postcard taken on the Dufferin Terrace in Québec City shows a dog sled, a method of travel invented by and borrowed from Indigenous Peoples. European traders and trappers quickly adopted this means of transporting merchandise after arriving in Canada. Dog sledding was still used out of necessity in some rural areas in the early 20th century, but it was also considered a wintertime sport and tourist attraction in the city.

Chronoscope Can you estimate the year this postcard was made? (unilingual French for a limited time)

Depicted period: 1925

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