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The Woulda Coulda Shoulda Guide To Canadian Inventions

Vladimir Nabokov

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Uncovering the Lost Innovations of the Great White North

Canada may be known for its maple syrup and hockey, but it's also a hotbed of innovation. From the Canadarm to the pacemaker, Canadians have made some of the most important inventions in history. But there are also many inventions that never quite made it to market, or that were simply forgotten over time.

The Woulda Coulda Shoulda Guide To Canadian Inventions tells the stories of these lost innovations, and explores the reasons why they didn't achieve their full potential. The book is a fascinating look at the history of Canadian innovation, and it's sure to inspire you to think about the next great invention that could come out of the Great White North.

Here are some of the lost Canadian inventions that are featured in the book:

The Snowmobile: Invented in 1922 by Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the snowmobile was originally intended to be a way to transport mail and supplies in the snowy Canadian winters. However, the invention was not commercially successful until the 1950s, when it was adopted by recreational users.
The Canadarm: Invented in 1981 by the National Research Council of Canada, the Canadarm is a robotic arm that is used on the Space Shuttle and International Space Station. The Canadarm is responsible for a wide variety of tasks, including satellite deployment and repair.
The Pacemaker: Invented in 1958 by John Hopps, the pacemaker is a medical device that helps to regulate the heartbeat. The pacemaker has saved millions of lives, and it is one of the most important medical inventions of the 20th century.
The IMAX Camera: Invented in 1970 by Graeme Ferguson, the IMAX camera is a large-format camera that is used to capture images for IMAX films. IMAX films are known for their stunning visuals and immersive experience.
The Blackberry: Invented in 1992 by Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie, the Blackberry was a mobile phone that was known for its email and messaging capabilities. The Blackberry was one of the most popular smartphones in the world, but it has since been eclipsed by other devices.

These are just a few of the many lost Canadian inventions that are featured in The Woulda Coulda Shoulda Guide To Canadian Inventions. The book is a fascinating look at the history of Canadian innovation, and it's sure to inspire you to think about the next great invention that could come out of the Great White North.