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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. Canada has always been at the forefront of advances in medical technology and health-care related inventions. One of Canada’s most prolific inventors, George J. Klein, created an electric wheelchair that offered mobility to quadriplegics and changed lives for the better. Dr. Klein’s list of inventions also includes the microsurgical staple gun and internationally significant innovations in aviation and space technologies. |
| Face value | $0.59 |
| Catalog code (Michel) | CA 2763 |
| Catalog code (Scott) | CA 2488d |
| Catalog code | Canada post Product #: 413799111; Yvert et Tellier CA 2643 Stanley Gibbons CA 2817 WADP Numbering System - WNS CA060.11 |
| 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 |
