1886
140th anniversary
InnovationCanada
The first transcontinental train trip across Canada departs from Montreal, Quebec
Quebec
June 30, 1886
Summary
The first transcontinental train trip across Canada departs from Montreal, Quebec. It arrives in Port Moody, British Columbia on July 4.
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The first transcontinental train trip across Canada departs from Montreal, Quebec. It arrives in Port Moody, British Columbia on July 4.
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Quick Facts
- Date
- June 30, 1886
- Event Type
- Innovation
- Country
- Canada
- Years Ago
- 140
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