What life in Canada was like before WWI (25 Photos) By: Hendy In: History, Interesting, Web Only Apr 12, 2016 0 Liked! 3 Disliked 0 1 The 48th Highlanders of Canada leave Toronto, 1914. Ever wonder what life in Canada was like just before the first World War? Here is a breakdown to give you some insight. Like this post? 0 Liked! 0