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SAINT-CONSTANT, May 19th, 2018 – Beginning May 19th Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, will be open daily until September 3th. Visitors will discover the largest railway collection in Canada, experience the lifestyle of yesteryear’s travelers and climb aboard several of the vehicles on display. Exhibitions, family activities and a ride in a vintage streetcar, on an outdoor miniature railway and in a passenger train nicely complement their visit. As in every year, events will be organized to underline the vital role of railways in the development of the country. Awaken Your Inner Child at Exporail!
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New Family Activity: Rail Smart Rally
Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, is offering a new activity for families with children aged 8 to 12 years old, as well as for groups, schools and day camps. Created in the same spirit as the ongoing exhibition on railway safety Stop, Look, Listen: Incoming Train?, the purpose of this activity is to raise awareness and inform the public about safety around railways. With the help of an exploratory notebook (which is available at the reception desk and included in the entrance fee), visitors experience the six stages of the rally as they move through the museum. They detect hazards, discover safety equipment on railway vehicles, locate level-crossing markings, identify dangerous behaviours, and learn good safety practices in an entertaining and safe environment. They will also come to understand the reality experienced by train operators dealing with incidents on the railways.
This project was made possible by financial support from Transport Canada and the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec and with the collaboration of Operation Lifesaver.
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Exhibition on Railway Safety - Stop, Look, Listen: Incoming Train?
This permanent exhibition on railway safety has been produced by Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, in collaboration with Operation Lifesaver. It is intended primarily for children aged from 3 to 7 years old and their parents. Presented at Exporail’s Hays train station as an interactive experience with railroad-themed décor, it facilitates the understanding and application of safety messages. Alongside their parents, young visitors take on the role of apprentice locomotive engineer using their imagination, senses and motor skills to complete eight challenges. They learn to detect danger when approaching train tracks and to recognize the safety signs and devices surrounding them.
This project was made possible by financial support from CN as well as other companies in the rail industry, including the Agence métropolitaine de transport (AMT).
| | Special exhibition from June 9th to August 12th: Kids Celebrate!
A travelling exhibition developed by the Canadian Museum of History.
This lively exhibition helps children discover the importance and diversity of celebrations in Canada. It provides them with a stimulating exploration of the celebrations that bring families together, and gives children a sense of belonging and caring for others. Visitors can explore 12 celebrations through the seasons – from large groups of people gathering for a day of festivities, to special moments in children’s everyday lives. The associated activities provide young visitors with opportunities to be creative, solve problems, and take on new roles. | |
The Archive's Voice
The Archives Aloud performance relates stories and shows slices of life drawn from the MRC de Roussillon (Rousillon region), which was the cradle of railway development in Canada. Produced for the general public as well as history lovers, these readings bring historical documents from our archives to life again. This activity will take place on some Sunday afternoons; please consult our cultural calendar at exporail.org for details.
This project was made possible by financial support from Fonds culturel de la MRC de Roussillon and in partnership with the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec, Ville de Saint-Constant and Ville de Delson.
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- Guided tours allow visitors to immerse themselves in the lives of yesteryear’s travelers (Saturdays and Sundays);
- The model train room demonstrates the world of model railroaders through two interactive operating layouts.
Movie presentations:
- The Rocky Mountain Express (English version at 1:30 pm, admission $4, 45 minutes) propels audiences on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies while relating the epic adventure of building Canada's first transcontinental railway.
- The Red Rocket (12 pm & 2:30 pm): 14-minute streetcar ride through downtown Toronto. - Demonstrations (variable hours, weekends) :
- Turntable operation
- Telegraphy Rides: Vintage streetcar rides, Miniature ride-on railway, Passenger train (Sunday afternoons)
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Events
May 27th, 2018: Museum Day (Admission is free from 10 am to 5 pm). June 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th, 2018: Music and Picnic.
July 14th & 15th, 2018: Return of the Railway Troops, presentation of vehicles related to 1918.
August 18th & 19th, 2018: A Great Passion for Model Trains, Model train exhibition.
September 23rd, 2018: Railroad Days, family activities.
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Schedule
From May 19th to June 23rd, 2018: open daily from 10 am to 5 pm (outdoor site closes at 4 pm)
From June 24th to September 3rd, 2018: open daily from 10 am to 6 pm (outdoor site closes at 5 pm) Open on Labour Day Monday.
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About Exporail
Exporail is a project of the Canadian Railroad Historical Association, a private non-profit corporation. Exporail’s regular activities are funded in part by the ministère de la Culture et des Communications du Québec and benefit from the support of Ville de Saint-Constant and Ville de Delson. Special projects of Exporail are supported by Canadian Heritage and Employment and Social Development Canada. Exporail also receives support from Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, Emploi-Québec Montérégie, the Municipalité régionale de comté (MRC) de Roussillon, CN, Canadian Pacific, VIA Rail Canada, the Canadian Railroad Historical Association Foundation, Réseau de Transport Métropolitain, the Railway Association of Canada, the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), the YMCA of Greater Toronto and the Société des Musées du Québec.
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Bruno Cordellier, Communications Manager Phone : 450 638-1522, ext. 249 Email : bruno.cordellier@exporail.org
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