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A.B. Sanderson and Company Ltd.
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1955-1974
History
A.B. Sanderson and Company Ltd. was incorporated in 1955 by Adrian Barclay Sanderson, with A.L. Carruthers as an associate. Prior to starting his own firm, Sanderson had been for many years with the British Columbia Highway Department, where he served for a time as Assistant Bridge Engineer for the province. Carruthers was formerly Bridge Engineer, Chief Engineer, and Deputy Minister of the British Columbia Highway Department.
The company specialized in bridge building, working on major projects such as the Agassiz-Rosedale Bridge and the Alexandra Bridge. They were also involved in a number of Canadian National Railway projects, including work on the tunnels in Vancouver and Burnaby.
The company merged with Ker, Priestman and Associates in the early 1970s.
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Created: KHeikkila 2021-11-05
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Corporate registry files
Map accession file M878045
Box 1, File 30 of A.B. Sanderson and Company Ltd. fonds