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Construction and Preparation

When: 1835
Where: the C&SL line between La Prairie and St. John
Part of: Champlain and St. Lawrence Railroad opens, first steam passenger railway in British North America

Surveyors determined the line's route in January 1835, completing grading, fencing, masonry, bridge work, stations, and wharves throughout the year.

Construction began in January 1835 when surveyors determined the line's route. Throughout 1835, grading, fencing, masonry, and bridge work were completed, as well as stations and wharves at Laprairie and St. John.

Sources

Champlain and St. Lawrence Railroad Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-18

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