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BC Rail (reporting mark BCOL, BCIT) is a railway in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Chartered as a private company in 1912 as the Pacific Great Eastern Railway (PGE), it was acquired by the provincial government in 1918. In 1972 it was renamed to the British Columbia Railway, and in 1984 it took on its present name of BC Rail.
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Jul 6, 2006 · A guide for photographers who want to explore the remote and scenic former BC Rail property owned by Canadian National. Learn about the history, access, and tips for railfanning the main line and its branches from Vancouver to Prince George.
Explore the longest rail trail network in BC from Hope to Castlegar. Enjoy the scenic views, historic sites and diverse activities on the Okanagan Trestles Tour or other trails.
Learn about the different types of train and rail services in BC, from Metro Vancouver's commuter and rapid transit to VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer across the province. Find out how to book, schedule and enjoy sightseeing trains and rail museums in BC.
BC Rail was a provincially owned regional railway, operated by the BC government from 1918 to 2004. At its height, it boasted 2,320 km (1,440 mi) of track and was the third largest railway in Canada. The railway got its start in 1912 as the Pacific Great Eastern Railway (PGE).
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Explore the longest rail trail network in British Columbia extending from Hope to Castlegar with the BC Rail Trails interactive trail map.
