Where does the St Lawrence Seaway start and end?
Lawrence Seaway is a deep draft waterway extending 3,700 km (2,340 miles) from the Atlantic Ocean to the head of the Great Lakes, in the heart of North America. The St. Lawrence Seaway portion of the System extends from Montreal to mid-Lake Erie.
How does the Saint Lawrence Seaway affect the economy?
The seaway is of great economic impact to the US and Canada. About 50 million tons of cargo moves through the seaway annually half of which travel to and from Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The other half consists of goods moving from one port to the other within the coastal cities of North America and Canada.
Who was Prime Minister when the St.Lawrence Seaway was built?
Canadian Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent advised U.S. President Harry S. Truman on September 28, 1951, that Canada was unwilling to wait for the United States and would build a seaway alone; the Canadian Parliament authorized the founding of the St. Lawrence Seaway Authority on December 21 of that year.
What kind of ships use the Saint Lawrence Seaway?
Lakers are the major vessels that use the Saint Lawrence Seaway. They transport grains from North America particularly the port of Quebec to the world market. Canadian iron ore and coal are also the major goods shipped through the seaway.
What foods are shipped on the St Lawrence Seaway?
The St. Lawrence Seaway serves miners, farmers, factory workers and vast array of other commercial interests from the western prairies to the eastern seaboard. Wheat, corn, soybeans, barley, canola, and oats are among the top commodities shipped.
How tall are the locks on the St.Lawrence Seaway?
Seven locks were built in the Montreal-Lake Ontario section of the Seaway, five Canadian and two U.S., in order to lift vessels to 246 feet above sea level. It is recognized as one of the most challenging engineering feats in history. See all the historic photos and read the full history here.