Description: (British Military Engineer Best Known for Having Supervised the Construction of the Rideau Canal)
Lieutenant-Colonel John By was a skilled English military engineer who supervised the construction of the Rideau Canal, a key waterway linking Kingston and Ottawa. His leadership and engineering prowess were crucial in the canal's successful completion, enhancing transportation and trade in Canada. By's contributions resulted in the establishment of Bytown, later known as Ottawa, the country's capital. His professional legacy is honored for its enduring influence on the region's growth.