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Bazalgette Lancaster FM159

The Bazalgette Lancaster FM159 is one of the 7374 Avro Lancaster bomber planes produced by the Allied forces during WWII. This Lancaster was produced by Victory Aircraft Ltd in Malton, Ontario in 1945 and made it to England too late to serve in the war. It was flown back to Canada where it served in reconnaissance missions through the Canadian North for several years, until being decommissioned from service when it was bought to serve as a war memorial in Nanton, Alberta. Today the FM159 is the feature plane at the Nanton Bomber Command Museum.

Bazalgette Lancaster FM159

The Bazalgette Lancaster FM159 is one of the 7374 Avro Lancaster bomber planes produced by the Allied forces during WWII. This Lancaster was produced by Victory Aircraft Ltd in Malton, Ontario in 1945 and made it to England too late to serve in the war. It was flown back to Canada where it served in reconnaissance missions through the Canadian North for several years, until being decommissioned from service when it was bought to serve as a war memorial in Nanton, Alberta. Today the FM159 is the feature plane at the Nanton Bomber Command Museum.

Stampede Elm

This elm tree in the Victoria Park area of Calgary is also known colloquially as the Stampede Elm. Although designated as a heritage resource, no one is sure how old the tree actually is although it has preexisted all of the Calgary Stampedes and is at least 120 years. Planted on the north side of the Stampede Grounds close to the location of the first major hospital in Calgary, this tree has persisted throughout the development and growth of the City of Calgary to become a character defining element of Victoria Park.

Stampede Elm

This elm tree in the Victoria Park area of Calgary is also known colloquially as the Stampede Elm. Although designated as a heritage resource, no one is sure how old the tree actually is although it has preexisted all of the Calgary Stampedes and is at least 120 years. Planted on the north side of the Stampede Grounds close to the location of the first major hospital in Calgary, this tree has persisted throughout the development and growth of the City of Calgary to become a character defining element of Victoria Park.

Bar U Ranch – Foreman’s House

The Foreman's House was constructed between 1884 and 1887, as part of the first phase of building at the Bar U Ranch [1]. It was constructed to accommodate George Lane, who was hired as the foreman from 1884 and ran the ranch from 1902 to 1925 [1]. The cabin is a one-and-a-half storey log structure consisted of squared spruce logs and dovetail corners. The cabin had three rooms on the main floor: a kitchen, a living room, and a bedroom, with an unfinished attic space above [1].

Bar U Ranch – Foreman’s House

The Foreman's House was constructed between 1884 and 1887, as part of the first phase of building at the Bar U Ranch [1]. It was constructed to accommodate George Lane, who was hired as the foreman from 1884 and ran the ranch from 1902 to 1925 [1]. The cabin is a one-and-a-half storey log structure consisted of squared spruce logs and dovetail corners. The cabin had three rooms on the main floor: a kitchen, a living room, and a bedroom, with an unfinished attic space above [1].

Bar U Ranch – Piggery

The Piggery is part of the Bar U Ranch complex, located on the Pekisko Creek to the northeast of the main headquarters. The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is thought to have been built on state-of-the-art plans from Iowa [2]. The construction techniques and style suggest that it was built prior to 1927 [1]. The Piggery is classed as a "large house with individual pens" and is one of the two most general classes of piggery design used in North America in the first quarter of the 20th century [1]. The building consists of a central feed aisle with an earthen floor, 12 timber floored pens created with movable partition walls and low doorways with sliding panels for pig access to the outdoor pig run [1].

Bar U Ranch – Piggery

The Piggery is part of the Bar U Ranch complex, located on the Pekisko Creek to the northeast of the main headquarters. The exact date of construction is unknown, but it is thought to have been built on state-of-the-art plans from Iowa [2]. The construction techniques and style suggest that it was built prior to 1927 [1]. The Piggery is classed as a "large house with individual pens" and is one of the two most general classes of piggery design used in North America in the first quarter of the 20th century [1]. The building consists of a central feed aisle with an earthen floor, 12 timber floored pens created with movable partition walls and low doorways with sliding panels for pig access to the outdoor pig run [1].

Cochrane Ranche

Cochrane Ranche was established in 1881 and operated for 97 years with numerous owners [1]. Each owner developing the site to take advantage of the rich resources offered by the land [1]. This structure was constructed in the 1920s as part of the Brickyard established by Peter Collins [1, 2]. The building is initially thought to have been a bunkhouse for the Brickyard, but was also referred to as a stable by later informants [2]. The building is thought to have stood from 1921 to 1971 based on the artefacts associated with the structure, after which the building was demolished [2]. The remains of the building were excavated by Bison Historical Services prior to the construction of an interchange at the intersection of Highway 1A and Highway 22 by Alberta Transportation [2].

Cochrane Ranche

Cochrane Ranche was established in 1881 and operated for 97 years with numerous owners [1]. Each owner developing the site to take advantage of the rich resources offered by the land [1]. This structure was constructed in the 1920s as part of the Brickyard established by Peter Collins [1, 2]. The building is initially thought to have been a bunkhouse for the Brickyard, but was also referred to as a stable by later informants [2]. The building is thought to have stood from 1921 to 1971 based on the artefacts associated with the structure, after which the building was demolished [2]. The remains of the building were excavated by Bison Historical Services prior to the construction of an interchange at the intersection of Highway 1A and Highway 22 by Alberta Transportation [2].

Alberta Buffalo Jump Site

“over the edge of which hunters used to drive the buffalo…and their bones still lie in places two and three feet deep”
St. Maur, S. 1890.

Buffalo jumps such as this are found scattered over the Plains of North America. Archaeological excavations took place at this site in 2015 and 2016 and recoveries include stone projectile points, along with metal trade points, and a glass trade bead, these material culture indicators suggest that the jump was used between 1725 to 1870 A.D., the continued use of which spans the period immediately preceding, during and directly following the first interaction between First Nations and Europeans along the foothills of southern Alberta.  The Buffalo Jump site represents one of the greatest achievements of communal hunting to survive in harsh climatic conditions and recoveries from the excavations can be used to provide additional insight into cultural transformation during this dynamic period.

Alberta Buffalo Jump Site

“over the edge of which hunters used to drive the buffalo…and their bones still lie in places two and three feet deep”
St. Maur, S. 1890.

Buffalo jumps such as this are found scattered over the Plains of North America. Archaeological excavations took place at this site in 2015 and 2016 and recoveries include stone projectile points, along with metal trade points, and a glass trade bead, these material culture indicators suggest that the jump was used between 1725 to 1870 A.D., the continued use of which spans the period immediately preceding, during and directly following the first interaction between First Nations and Europeans along the foothills of southern Alberta.  The Buffalo Jump site represents one of the greatest achievements of communal hunting to survive in harsh climatic conditions and recoveries from the excavations can be used to provide additional insight into cultural transformation during this dynamic period.

Frank Slide and Turtle Mountain

At 4:10AM April 29th, 1903 the town of Frank was buried in what is one of largest landslides in Canadian history. Around 44 million cubic metres of of limestone dislodged from Turtle Mountain, covering the eastern edge of Frank, the railroad, and the coal mines. Between 70 to 90 of the town’s residents were killed in the accident, making it the deadliest slide ever seen in Canada. Today, the town of Frank has been absorbed into the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, and the sight of the slide remains open and preserved as a Provincial Historic Site and receives over 1,000 visitors annually.

Frank Slide and Turtle Mountain

At 4:10AM April 29th, 1903 the town of Frank was buried in what is one of largest landslides in Canadian history. Around 44 million cubic metres of of limestone dislodged from Turtle Mountain, covering the eastern edge of Frank, the railroad, and the coal mines. Between 70 to 90 of the town’s residents were killed in the accident, making it the deadliest slide ever seen in Canada. Today, the town of Frank has been absorbed into the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, and the sight of the slide remains open and preserved as a Provincial Historic Site and receives over 1,000 visitors annually.

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is an important historic site to the Blackfoot people, and is designated as a Provincial Historic Resource, National Historic Site, and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Southwestern Alberta. The significance of this site lies within its historical, archaeological, traditional, and scientific value. The archaeological layers of this site indicate use by the Indigenous Plains nations stretching back at least 6,000 years. Head-Smashed-In is one of the oldest, most extensive, and best-preserved examples of a buffalo jump in North America. Overall, this site and the surrounding landscape is a hugely valuable representation of this traditional hunting method used by Plains Nations until the late 19th century.

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is an important historic site to the Blackfoot people, and is designated as a Provincial Historic Resource, National Historic Site, and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Southwestern Alberta. The significance of this site lies within its historical, archaeological, traditional, and scientific value. The archaeological layers of this site indicate use by the Indigenous Plains nations stretching back at least 6,000 years. Head-Smashed-In is one of the oldest, most extensive, and best-preserved examples of a buffalo jump in North America. Overall, this site and the surrounding landscape is a hugely valuable representation of this traditional hunting method used by Plains Nations until the late 19th century.

Turner Valley Gas Plant National and Provincial Historic Site

The Turner Valley Gas Plant is the most significant surviving resource associated with the development of the Turner Valley oilfield. The industrial face of Canada was changed forever when oil was struck in January of 1913 at the facilities' Dingman no. 1 and no. 2 wells. During the course of three separate stages of development, the Turner Valley Gas Plant moved from being the first petroleum processing facility west of Ontario to the largest natural gas processing plant in Canada's largest oilfield. The plant operated over a 70 year period - staying open through two World Wars and the Great Depression - until it was shut down in 1985.

Turner Valley Gas Plant National and Provincial Historic Site

The Turner Valley Gas Plant is the most significant surviving resource associated with the development of the Turner Valley oilfield. The industrial face of Canada was changed forever when oil was struck in January of 1913 at the facilities' Dingman no. 1 and no. 2 wells. During the course of three separate stages of development, the Turner Valley Gas Plant moved from being the first petroleum processing facility west of Ontario to the largest natural gas processing plant in Canada's largest oilfield. The plant operated over a 70 year period - staying open through two World Wars and the Great Depression - until it was shut down in 1985.

Inglewood Bridge

The 9th Avenue SE Inglewood Bridge built in 1908-1909 served the City of Calgary for 110 years. The heritage value of this structure comes from its Parker Camelback design that was a popular style used throughout North America of which this bridge was representative of [1]. This design was also the most frequent used in Calgary from 1887 to 1912 with the MacDonald bridge (1911) crossing the Elbow, the Reconciliation (1910) crossing the Bow, the Hextall (1910) crossing the Bow, and the St. George’s Island (1908) bridges still serving as surviving representations of this era and design [1]. Due to reduced carrying capacity, a failure to meet modern design and engineering standards, and insufficient flood resiliency the Inglewood Bridge was scheduled to be removed in July 2019 and replaced with a more modern structure that could better serve the needs of the city [2]. As part of Calgary’s heritage in the city’s oldest neighborhood, this bridge was documented with terrestrial laser scanning before its removal.

Inglewood Bridge

The 9th Avenue SE Inglewood Bridge built in 1908-1909 served the City of Calgary for 110 years. The heritage value of this structure comes from its Parker Camelback design that was a popular style used throughout North America of which this bridge was representative of [1]. This design was also the most frequent used in Calgary from 1887 to 1912 with the MacDonald bridge (1911) crossing the Elbow, the Reconciliation (1910) crossing the Bow, the Hextall (1910) crossing the Bow, and the St. George’s Island (1908) bridges still serving as surviving representations of this era and design [1]. Due to reduced carrying capacity, a failure to meet modern design and engineering standards, and insufficient flood resiliency the Inglewood Bridge was scheduled to be removed in July 2019 and replaced with a more modern structure that could better serve the needs of the city [2]. As part of Calgary’s heritage in the city’s oldest neighborhood, this bridge was documented with terrestrial laser scanning before its removal.

Jobber’s House

Calgary’s first European settlement was in the area now called Fish Creek Provincial Park. First homesteaded by John Glenn, his original farm underwent multiple exchanges and transformations before being sold in 1902 to Patrick Burns, one of the Big Four ranchers famous for starting the Calgary Stampede and one of the wealthiest people in Canada at this time. Under his control what was now called the Bow Valley Ranch hit its heyday. One of the upgrades made to the ranch during this time was the addition of a “Jobber’s” house in 1918, used as accommodation for the ranch’s “Jobber” or head herdsman. Along with the original ranch house, the Jobber’s House still stands on the property and represents this important developmental period of Calgary’s history. Still largely reflecting how the house looked at its last occupation in the 1950s, the interior and exterior of this structure were documented by terrestrial laser scanning in May 2019 prior to scheduled renovations.

Jobber’s House

Calgary’s first European settlement was in the area now called Fish Creek Provincial Park. First homesteaded by John Glenn, his original farm underwent multiple exchanges and transformations before being sold in 1902 to Patrick Burns, one of the Big Four ranchers famous for starting the Calgary Stampede and one of the wealthiest people in Canada at this time. Under his control what was now called the Bow Valley Ranch hit its heyday. One of the upgrades made to the ranch during this time was the addition of a “Jobber’s” house in 1918, used as accommodation for the ranch’s “Jobber” or head herdsman. Along with the original ranch house, the Jobber’s House still stands on the property and represents this important developmental period of Calgary’s history. Still largely reflecting how the house looked at its last occupation in the 1950s, the interior and exterior of this structure were documented by terrestrial laser scanning in May 2019 prior to scheduled renovations.

North West Mounted Police Barracks, Fort MacLeod

The North West Mounted Police (NWMP) Barracks, were constructed in 1884 replacing the original fort on MacLeod Island in the Old Man River (Est. 1874) due to flooding [4]. The buildings left of the NWMP Barracks represent the history of the protection of Canadian sovereignty of the West. As the first permanent station of the NWMP in western Canada Fort Macleod’s history is intertwined with the difficult histories of the whiskey trade, Indigenous relations, and European settlement in Southern Alberta. This survey was conducted to assist Alberta Culture and Tourism with the reconstruction and preservation of the harness shop (tag 4 in 3D model).

North West Mounted Police Barracks, Fort MacLeod

The North West Mounted Police (NWMP) Barracks, were constructed in 1884 replacing the original fort on MacLeod Island in the Old Man River (Est. 1874) due to flooding [4]. The buildings left of the NWMP Barracks represent the history of the protection of Canadian sovereignty of the West. As the first permanent station of the NWMP in western Canada Fort Macleod’s history is intertwined with the difficult histories of the whiskey trade, Indigenous relations, and European settlement in Southern Alberta. This survey was conducted to assist Alberta Culture and Tourism with the reconstruction and preservation of the harness shop (tag 4 in 3D model).

The Springbank Hill Wind-Pump

Upon European arrival to North America, windmill technology was quickly adapted to pump well water in order to allow for the settlement of the arid prairie environments. The use of wind-pump technology became a main feature of ranches and farms in the West, with popularity expanding through to the 1930s. The Springbank Hill wind-pump is a prime example of the use of these wind-pumps in the settlement of Alberta. This is a subsampled point cloud of the windmill which has subsequently been demolished.

The Springbank Hill Wind-Pump

Upon European arrival to North America, windmill technology was quickly adapted to pump well water in order to allow for the settlement of the arid prairie environments. The use of wind-pump technology became a main feature of ranches and farms in the West, with popularity expanding through to the 1930s. The Springbank Hill wind-pump is a prime example of the use of these wind-pumps in the settlement of Alberta. This is a subsampled point cloud of the windmill which has subsequently been demolished.

Glenbow General Store and Post Office

The Glenbow General Store and Post Office operated in the town of Glenbow, Alberta from 1909 until 1918 serving the people of Glenbow and surrounding area. The building itself consisted of a relocated farmhouse and extension to meet the needs of a growing town [8]. After the store closed, the building was used as a granary until the floor collapsed, after which the building was abandoned. The building’s importance to the settlement of the area in the early twentieth century, as well as to the quarry that provided sandstone for several important buildings in Alberta, contribute to its value as a historic resource. Please Note: This is a decimated point cloud of the standing building.

Glenbow General Store and Post Office

The Glenbow General Store and Post Office operated in the town of Glenbow, Alberta from 1909 until 1918 serving the people of Glenbow and surrounding area. The building itself consisted of a relocated farmhouse and extension to meet the needs of a growing town [8]. After the store closed, the building was used as a granary until the floor collapsed, after which the building was abandoned. The building’s importance to the settlement of the area in the early twentieth century, as well as to the quarry that provided sandstone for several important buildings in Alberta, contribute to its value as a historic resource. Please Note: This is a decimated point cloud of the standing building.

Information Bureau, Waterton Lakes National Park

The Information Bureau was constructed in 1958 with distinctive stonework on the exterior; the stonework included a false chimney/buttress that was the main entrance to the building [1]. This small (56 m²) single storey structure was built into the hillside to provide a prominent and purpose-built location for the growing number of tourists visiting Waterton Lakes National Park [1]. This building provides an excellent example of International Style architecture that was prominent in the park throughout the 1950s and 60s [1]. This is a subsampled point cloud of what remained of the Visitors Bureau, post fire. The masonry has since been removed from the site.

Information Bureau, Waterton Lakes National Park

The Information Bureau was constructed in 1958 with distinctive stonework on the exterior; the stonework included a false chimney/buttress that was the main entrance to the building [1]. This small (56 m²) single storey structure was built into the hillside to provide a prominent and purpose-built location for the growing number of tourists visiting Waterton Lakes National Park [1]. This building provides an excellent example of International Style architecture that was prominent in the park throughout the 1950s and 60s [1]. This is a subsampled point cloud of what remained of the Visitors Bureau, post fire. The masonry has since been removed from the site.

Caretaker’s Cabin “Walking Buffalo’s Cabin”

This cabin is on the site of the McDougall Historical Church and situated to the southwest of the church building. The date of its original construction is unknown. In 1957 it was moved to its current location from the Sarcee Nation Indian Agency on the Tsuu T’Ina reserve southwest of Calgary [1]. The cabin was brought in after the church was renovated and re-purposed as a historical site to be a residence for Walking Buffalo, a Stoney Elder who had lifelong ties to the McDougall Mission [2]. Rather than a rendered 3D model, this is the registered point cloud captured by the Z+F scanner. Please Note: This is a large file and may take a few minutes to load.

Caretaker’s Cabin “Walking Buffalo’s Cabin”

This cabin is on the site of the McDougall Historical Church and situated to the southwest of the church building. The date of its original construction is unknown. In 1957 it was moved to its current location from the Sarcee Nation Indian Agency on the Tsuu T’Ina reserve southwest of Calgary [1]. The cabin was brought in after the church was renovated and re-purposed as a historical site to be a residence for Walking Buffalo, a Stoney Elder who had lifelong ties to the McDougall Mission [2]. Rather than a rendered 3D model, this is the registered point cloud captured by the Z+F scanner. Please Note: This is a large file and may take a few minutes to load.

Miner’s Cabin

This wooden cabin is a single room building with a 23.32 m² footprint and was built around 1885. The cabin was original built in Banff, Alberta, but was given to Heritage Park by the Glenbow Foundation in 1964 and added to the park to illustrate the rustic living conditions of the miners who came to the Rocky Mountains searching for gold or other minerals [1].

Miner’s Cabin

This wooden cabin is a single room building with a 23.32 m² footprint and was built around 1885. The cabin was original built in Banff, Alberta, but was given to Heritage Park by the Glenbow Foundation in 1964 and added to the park to illustrate the rustic living conditions of the miners who came to the Rocky Mountains searching for gold or other minerals [1].

Okotoks Erratic “Big Rock”

The Okotoks Erratic, also known as ‘Big Rock’, was dropped by the southward-moving glacier around 10 000-12 000 years ago. The Okotoks Erratic is believed to have originated in Jasper National Park and now currently sits 7-8km West of the Town of Okotoks. The Rock is estimated to weigh 16500 tonnes and has dimensions of 41m by 18m by 9m [1]. The Okotoks Erratic is an important location for many of the First Nation groups in the area, but is often associated with the Blackfoot First Nations and a story of Napi, the supernatural trickster, explaining how the rock got to its current resting place and why the rock is split down the middle.

Okotoks Erratic “Big Rock”

The Okotoks Erratic, also known as ‘Big Rock’, was dropped by the southward-moving glacier around 10 000-12 000 years ago. The Okotoks Erratic is believed to have originated in Jasper National Park and now currently sits 7-8km West of the Town of Okotoks. The Rock is estimated to weigh 16500 tonnes and has dimensions of 41m by 18m by 9m [1]. The Okotoks Erratic is an important location for many of the First Nation groups in the area, but is often associated with the Blackfoot First Nations and a story of Napi, the supernatural trickster, explaining how the rock got to its current resting place and why the rock is split down the middle.

Brooks Aqueduct

The Brooks Aqueduct is a 3.2km long reinforced concrete structure constructed between 1912 and 1914 by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company. The hydrostatic catenary flume design was a unique piece of engineering at the time and is the largest constructed aqueduct of its kind. The aqueduct was part of an irrigation system that allowed the rise of agriculture in southern Alberta in the early 20th Century.

Brooks Aqueduct

The Brooks Aqueduct is a 3.2km long reinforced concrete structure constructed between 1912 and 1914 by the Canadian Pacific Railway Company. The hydrostatic catenary flume design was a unique piece of engineering at the time and is the largest constructed aqueduct of its kind. The aqueduct was part of an irrigation system that allowed the rise of agriculture in southern Alberta in the early 20th Century.

Perrenoud Homestead

The Perrenoud Homestead is located just north of the town of Cochrane, Alberta. Designated as a provincial heritage site in 1992, the heritage value of the Perrenoud Homestead lies within its link to the establishment of early ranching operations in Alberta in the 1880s and 1890s. Brought to the area in a wave of settlement encouraged by grazing leases in the late 1800s, the homestead was built by Charles Perrenoud who emigrated to Canada from France in 1886 and established his horse ranching operation alongside his brother Earnest. In recent years the original homestead started to collapse. Due to safety concerns, the homestead was dismantled and placed into storage in 2017. This is a decimated point cloud of the Perrenoud Homestead.

Perrenoud Homestead

The Perrenoud Homestead is located just north of the town of Cochrane, Alberta. Designated as a provincial heritage site in 1992, the heritage value of the Perrenoud Homestead lies within its link to the establishment of early ranching operations in Alberta in the 1880s and 1890s. Brought to the area in a wave of settlement encouraged by grazing leases in the late 1800s, the homestead was built by Charles Perrenoud who emigrated to Canada from France in 1886 and established his horse ranching operation alongside his brother Earnest. In recent years the original homestead started to collapse. Due to safety concerns, the homestead was dismantled and placed into storage in 2017. This is a decimated point cloud of the Perrenoud Homestead.

Quon Sang Lung Laundry Shop

The Quon Sang Lung Laundry in Fort Macleod, Alberta was built in 1907. It was one of three or four similarly constructed buildings in the area of 25th St. and 3rd Ave that comprised Fort Macleod’s Chinatown. The link between businesses such as this to Chinese immigration, settlement and entrepreneurship in Alberta in the early twentieth century contributed to its value as a historic resource.

Quon Sang Lung Laundry Shop

The Quon Sang Lung Laundry in Fort Macleod, Alberta was built in 1907. It was one of three or four similarly constructed buildings in the area of 25th St. and 3rd Ave that comprised Fort Macleod’s Chinatown. The link between businesses such as this to Chinese immigration, settlement and entrepreneurship in Alberta in the early twentieth century contributed to its value as a historic resource.

McDougall United Memorial Church

The McDougall Memorial United Church is a one-storey building located on the north bank of the Bow River, roughly two kilometres east of Morley. The church was constructed in 1875 in the Carpenter's Gothic style and features pointed arch windows and front door, shingled front-gabled roof, and a central steeple crowned by a pinnacle. The designation also includes the archaeological remains of mission structures at the site. This is a subsampled point cloud of the McDougall Church post-fire.

McDougall United Memorial Church

The McDougall Memorial United Church is a one-storey building located on the north bank of the Bow River, roughly two kilometres east of Morley. The church was constructed in 1875 in the Carpenter's Gothic style and features pointed arch windows and front door, shingled front-gabled roof, and a central steeple crowned by a pinnacle. The designation also includes the archaeological remains of mission structures at the site. This is a subsampled point cloud of the McDougall Church post-fire.