The Great Canadian Plains Railway Society
Registered Name: GREAT CANADIAN PLAINS RAILWAY SOCIETY
Business No: 866799422RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
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The Galt Historic Railway Park collects, preserves, restores, exhibits and interprets artifacts that represent the history and social impact of the “steam” and “coal” eras in southern Alberta, with emphasis on the Galt Railway System (1885 – 1912) and the 1890 International Train Station from Coutts, Northwest Territories / Sweetgrass, Montana.
The Great Canadian Plains Railway Society oversees the Railway Park.
Funding comes from membership fees, museum admissions, grants, and casinos. The Society is a registered charity with CRA and the Province of Alberta.
Donations of cash, artifacts, photographs, and printed materials are welcome and will be recognized by a tax receipt.
Sponsorships of restoration projects are also encouraged. If you are interested in getting involved in a project, please contact us for more information!
Interested in becoming a member? The GCPRS is always interested in welcoming new members. Every member is encouraged to participate in the activities of the Society, including the operation of the Railway Park.
If you’d like more information, please contact us!
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