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At the end of World War One, Canada had sacrificed as well as gained. The War had come with a dreadful cost. With millions around the globe dead and much destruction, it is foolish to say it was worth the benefits. Because of WWI Canada stood up as a nation and gained international respect and recognition. But at a terrible price. Not only were huge amounts of money being spent but life, resources and harmony were being sacrificed. I believe the sacrifices outweigh all the benefits. Funding a war was very difficult. Much of Canada's capital resources went to paying for the costs. Unlike previous hard times Canada could not simply cut costs and limit spending, they had to continue sending men and munitions. By 1918 the was costing one million dollars a day. To raise the tremendous amounts of money needed more taxes were implemented and savings bonds were sold. Children were encouraged to save their money a for thrift stamps and war savings stamps. After four years the