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CPKC Releases First Trailer For The Upcoming Documentary "Pulse of the Continent: Final Spike Steam Tour"


 From CPKC:

A special documentary short film presented by CPKC, coming this fall. Come aboard with us as we revisit the magic and excitement of the Empress 2816 steam locomotive’s epic trip from Calgary to Mexico City and back.


Public events were held in multiple cities across the network, kicking off in Calgary on April 24. Steam tour events were held in Moose Jaw, Minot, St. Paul, Franklin Park, Davenport, Kansas City, Shreveport, Laredo, Mexico City and Winnipeg. At these stops, the public had the opportunity to see the 2816 up close, learn more about the locomotive and CPKC’s history and enjoy the Puffer Belly Express mini-train, a quarter scale steam locomotive model. The crew returned home July 10 after 76 days on the road.

Our unrivaled railway network connects a continent and links Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. On April 14, 2023, we drove a ceremonial Final Spike completing that continental connection. We proudly celebrated that historic railway moment with a tour starring the 2816, honoring our history and looking forward to an exciting future filled with opportunities for our railroaders, customers and communities.

This 2816 steam tour brought the story of our uniquely North American railway’s history and compelling future to life for rail fans and visitors across our network.


Visit beautiful Western Canada and pay a visit to one of North America's handsomest steam locomotives, Canadian Pacific's Hudson 4-6-4 #2816.

The 2816 is Canadian Pacific's ambassador of goodwill, and you'll see her pulling a special photo train along the beautiful Bow River - through the stunning scenery near famous Banff and Lake Louise. Then you'll see her in action pulling a passenger train from Calgary to Edmonton and return. Enjoy great runby action, as well as mile after mile of pacing right alongside the engine! This is a great addition to any steam-lover's library!

This is a widescreen format. It fills the screen in all 16:9 widescreen televisions and plays on all standard (4:3) televisions in a standard widescreen letterbox. Will play on all televisions. Shot with the latest wide screen professional video equipment.

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