Rail Heritage in the Capital. . The first rail line reached Ottawa (the Bytown) in 1854, opening the region to a new wave of commerce. By century's end, the track was part of a system reaching across Canada. In the heyday of rail, 10 companies operated in the Capital Region. In 1912, on of the largest among them, the Grand Trunk Railroad, opened Central Station (before you on the left bank of the canal). This architectural splendour, later renamed Union Station, opened its doors the same day as the Chateau Laurier (behind you), one of the many fine railway hotels built across Canada., (French text not transcribed)
The first rail line reached Ottawa (the Bytown) in 1854, opening the region to a new wave of commerce. By century's end, the track was part of a system reaching across Canada. In the heyday of rail, 10 companies operated in the Capital Region. In 1912, on of the largest among them, the Grand Trunk Railroad, opened Central Station (before you on the left bank of the canal). This architectural splendour, later renamed Union Station, opened its doors the same day as the Chateau Laurier (behind you), one of the many fine railway hotels built across Canada.
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Erected by National Capital Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1854.
Location. 45° 25.471′ N, 75° 41.67′ W. Marker is in Ottawa, Ontario. Marker is on Rideau Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ottawa ON K2P 2L6, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Rideau Canal (a few steps from this marker); Sappers’ Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); Thayendanegea (Joseph Brant) (within shouting distance of this marker); Laura Secord, UE (within shouting
Credits. This page was last revised on May 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 19, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 19, 2022, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
