1899

The small group of 30 settlers arrived at Stirling on May 5, 1899. This vanguard was to prepare for those who were to follow. Houses were built, wells dug, feed for livestock provided, fuel supplies secured, and over all the work on the canal had to be completed.

Wave after wave of immigrants came and by November 14, 1899 the canal was completed and the water gates were opened at Magrath . . . two weeks ahead of schedule. The contract was fulfilled!