The Rise and Demise of J.H. Todd and Sons, British Columbia’s Enduring Independent Salmon Canners

Mickey Fitzgerald

No 2017-01, Working Papers from University of Victoria, Department of Economics, Resource Economics and Policy Analysis Research Group

Abstract: This paper examines J.H. Todd & Sons Ltd., a British Columbia family-owned and run fish packing company during the years 1881 through 1954. The research presented in this paper outlines the contribution of individual Todd members to both the success and eventual demise of the company. Also examined is the history of the B. C. salmon canning industry, the evolution of J.H. Todd & Sons Ltd., the role of the company in the broader context of the B. C. fishing industry; and the factors that led to the demise of the company. The research relies on documentary primary sources as well as extensive oral history collection obtained from Todd family members and employees.

Keywords: salmon canning; British Columbia fish packers; history of BC fishing industry (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: N52 N92 Q22 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 93 pages
Date: 2017-01
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