The preferred mode of transportation for Canadians from the 17th century to the beginning of the 20th century was undoubtedly the "winter cart". These means of transport were first toboggans harnessed to horses, but soon the inhabitants modify in order to adapt them to the climate and facilitate transport. In the 19th century, these means of transport were then called sedan-trays, in the form of a boat fitted with panels at the rear and on the sides and were generally open allowed the more comfortable transport of passengers. Over the years, these sleeves or "sleight" become more comfortable, they are equipped with bench seat and animal skins to ensure a warm trip for passengers.

Here, in the watercolor titled Canada Express, James Duncan depicts the daily lives of 19th-century Canadians in the specific conditions of the territory.

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