Despite changes in population and the loss of such essential services as schools, post offices, and grain elevators, many of Canadas oldest prairie communities -- communities like Craik and Meacham in Saskatchewan, and Vulcan in Alberta -- have defied the odds, facing death only to rise again. In this book Elizabeth McLachlan investigates how these communities have capitalised on green initiatives, the growing influence of local artists, and even an uncanny connection to one of Star Treks most famous icons to not only survive beyond expectations, but thrive.