Maureen's talk about her grandmother's long and stressful, but ultimately successful attempt to homestead in Alberta was very interesting. Canada's homestead rules only allowed the "head" of the household to apply for land; Margaret Jaques was required to purchase the land. Durng a three-year period she had to build a residence, clear the land, and cultivate a portion. And she had to live on that property for six months of each of the three years. It took seven years before she finally achieved ownership. Thanks, Maureen!
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