Preserving Canada’s transit history for tomorrow.

Canadian Transit Heritage Foundation
Pride and passion in Canada’s transit heritage

Fondation canadienne du patrimoine de transport urbain
Fierté et passion pour le patrimoine du transport collectif au Canada

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Issue #134

Issue #134

Issue #134 Preview: SkyTrain’s 40th Anniversary A Look Back at the Halifax Ferry Service The Edmonton Transit Service Historic Vehicle...
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Issue #133

Issue #133

Issue #133 Preview: Montreal Transportation Commission (MTC) one-man car 1699 was built by Canadian Car and Foundry Limited in Montreal...
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Opening Windows to Transit Heritage

Help us preserve Canada’s transit heritage for generations to come. Support the CTHF Online Archives through a donation or by volunteering your time and expertise.

Canadian Transit Heritage Foundation (CTHF)

A National Voice for Canada’s Transit Heritage

CTHF is led by a Board of Directors from across Canada, including representatives of local transit heritage groups.

Our focus is on celebrating transit heritage, and showing how various modes of transit and technology have influenced urban design and planning can come together to create effective integrated transportation solutions.

To be the voice and resource for Canada’s transit heritage by preserving and promoting transit history. The CTHF is dedicated to fostering partnerships, delivering value and inspiring innovation.

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Get Involved

We want you to be part of our Foundation, experience its events and learn about transit history. Whether you are a student aspiring a career in the transit industry or a business person who loves to preserve and care about the local history, we offer several resources and publications that are of interest to many.

We are incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act and are a registered charitable organization under the Income Tax Act (Canada). Donations to support the activities and programs of our volunteer organization are welcome and are eligible for an income tax receipt.

LEARN

The Canadian Transit Heritage Foundation is the only national organization supporting and celebrating Canada’s transit heritage. Get to know us better!

EXPERIENCE

Join over 200 individuals, transit systems, suppliers, local organizations and museums committed to fostering Canada’s transit heritage.

NETWORK

CTHF is a national gateway to transit history, connecting coast-to-coast resources: museums, heritage groups, historical associations, transit systems, and industry.

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