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 Alain Martineau
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| General Description : | Canadians are an inventive bunch. In fact, Canadian inventors have patented more than a million inventions—but far too many of us would be unable to name more than just a few. From Ginger Ale to insulin, from Bombardier’s “Ski-doo” to Plante’s goalie mask, plus the “Jolly Jumper,” instant mashed potatoes, the lawn sprinkler and the modern plastic garbage bag, items created from Canadian imagination and insight are a part of our daily lives. This stamp issue shines a spotlight on the “Made in Canada” leaps of science and creativity that have changed lives at home and abroad. Canadian cooks can thank inventor Thomas Ahearn for making their lives much easier. In 1892, he invented the first electric oven. The original model was made of brick, 2 metres (six feet) wide by 2 metres (six feet) high and, according to the press at the time, hot enough to “roast an ox.” |
| Face value | $0.59 |
| Catalog code (Michel) | CA 2762 |
| Catalog code (Scott) | CA 2488c |
| Catalog code | Canada post Product #: 413799111; Yvert et Tellier CA 2642 Stanley Gibbons CA 2816 WADP Numbering System - WNS CA059.11 |
| Series | Canadian Innovations |
| Stamp colour | multicolor |
| Stamp use | Commemorative stamp |
| Print run | 2,250,000 |
| Issue date | 17/08/2011 |
| Designer | q30 design inc. |
| Paper type | Tullis Russell |
| Print technique | Lithography in 8 colours |
| Printed by | Lowe-Martin |
| Perforation | Simulated perforation |
| Height | 32.25 mm |
| Width | 24.75 mm |
| Catalog prices | No catalog prices set yet |
