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The CPKC Mini-Train is rolling across North America to raise awareness of rail safety and give train enthusiasts an opportunity to see this special train up close! Each stop will feature either the Little General train or the Little Puffer Train.<\/p>\n

The *only* BC stop is on May 10th in Port Coquitlam as part of the May Day Parade!<\/p>\n

CPKC Mini-Train:<\/h2>\n

Date<\/strong>: May 10, 2025
\nTime<\/strong>: 11:00 AM Parade Start
\nVenue<\/strong>: May Day Parade<\/a>
\nWebsite<\/strong>:\u00a0www.cpkcr.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The CPKC Mini-Train is rolling across North America to raise awareness of rail safety and give train enthusiasts an opportunity to see this special train up close! Each stop will feature either the Little General train or the Little Puffer Train. The *only* BC stop is on May 10th in
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