Hello Concerned Citizens.

This petition is to garner support to save the iconic 1077 steam locomotive. The 1077 is 102 years old and has operated at Fort Steele Heritage Town in British Columbia, Canada since the 1990s. It has carried thousands of passengers and has starred in the movies “The Grey Fox”, “The Journey of Natty Gan” and “Shanghai Noon.” Originally a logging train on Vancouver Island, it has been lovingly restored and cared for since it was donated to the province.

A decision to suspend rail operations was made on April 9th, 2024, hence sidelining the 1077.

This special locomotive, an important part of rail history, draws visitors from all over the world. Those visitors also enter the town to enjoy the wonderful heritage, activities, and livestock. This attraction bolsters the local economy and if the 1077 does not run this season, there will be a negative economic impact. Moreover, without annual maintenance, there is a real possibility that the locomotive will never run again. It is one of fewer than 20 operational steam locomotives in Canada and is truly a local, provincial, and national treasure.

Please lend your support to help reverse this decision. The experienced and certified train crew is ready to come together and make sure the 1077 is ready for operation next year. We can save the 1077!