CALGARY,
AB, Oct. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Pacific
Kansas City (CPKC) is pleased to announce the schedule and artist
lineup for its 2024 Holiday
Train program, which will begin rolling across
Canada and the U.S. on
Nov. 21. Each year, this beautifully
illuminated train travels across CPKC's network spreading holiday
cheer and raising donations to help people struggling with food
insecurity.
"The Holiday Train unites people in the spirit of the season as
it travels across Canada and
the United States, while
generating critical support for our neighbours in need through the
program's support of local food banks," said Keith Creel, CPKC President and CEO. "We are
pleased to again send this magical train on a four-week trip across
our network spreading holiday joy as we collect food and raise
money to fight food insecurity. We look forward to again seeing all
the smiles and cheers from people young and old coming together in
the spirit of giving."
Holiday Train Highlights
- Since 1999, more than $24.3
million and over 5.3 million pounds of food for community
food banks have been collected in Canada and the U.S.
- Visiting Saint John, N.B. for
the first time.
- 167 live music shows in 7 provinces and 13 states.
- Performers include James Barker
Band, Clerel, Tyler Shaw,
Shawnee Kish, Magic!, Sofia Camara, American Authors, KT Tunstall,
Tiera Kennedy, Seaforth, Alana
Springsteen, The Lone Bellow.
"At the Airdrie Food Bank, we are thrilled to welcome the CPKC
Holiday Train back to our community. This event brings families and
neighbours together in the true spirit of the season, all while
supporting the vital work of local food banks," said Christine Taylor, Marketing and Communications
Manager at Airdire Food Bank. "We deeply appreciate CPKC's ongoing
commitment to helping us ensure that no one in Airdrie goes hungry, especially during the
holidays. It's a heartwarming tradition that not only spreads joy
but also gives back in a meaningful way."
"We are thrilled to welcome the CPKC Holiday Train back to
Mechanicville! With 26 years of dedication, the CPKC Holiday Train
has been instrumental in helping us combat hunger and raise
awareness about food insecurity in and around our local community,"
said Tammy Alikonis, Director of
Outreach & Development, Mechanicville Area Community Services
Center. "It's a festive way to kick off the holiday season,
bringing the community together and supporting food pantries along
the way. We are extremely grateful for their commitment and
continued support! #ItTakesACommunity to build a stronger
community!"
"There's no energy quite like it. Every stop the CPKC Holiday
Train makes, you can feel and see everyone coming together in
kindness, strength and compassion," said Tyler Shaw, Canadian singer and actor. "The
music I get to perform on the train is the cherry on top, the real
magic comes from how generous and loving the communities are. It's
powerful to be a part of!"
The Holiday Express train will make 13 public stops across
CPKC's network in Louisiana,
Mississippi and Texas. The festive six-car Holiday Express
train with intricate displays inside and out will bring Santa Claus
and his elves to visit children and families as it supports local
food banks.
A full schedule and details of this year's Holiday Train and
Holiday Express train is available at
cpkcr.com/holidaytrain.
Each event is free, with CPKC encouraging every attendee
to make a monetary or heart-healthy food donation to ease
hunger needs in their community. Local food banks will be accepting
donations at each stop to help ensure those in need can access
adequate food this holiday season and year-round.
About CPKC
With its global headquarters in Calgary, Alta., Canada, CPKC is the first and only single-line
transnational railway linking Canada, the United
States and México, with unrivaled access to major ports from
Vancouver to Atlantic Canada to the Gulf of México to
Lázaro Cárdenas, México. Stretching approximately 20,000 route
miles and employing 20,000 railroaders, CPKC provides North
American customers unparalleled rail service and network reach to
key markets across the continent. CPKC is growing with its
customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services,
logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit
cpkcr.com to learn more about the rail advantages of CPKC.
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