Electric Streetcar Poster

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Electric Streetcar System

Between 1901 and 1911, Calgary's population increased from 4,400 to 44,000. A mass transit system was needed to move these people from their homes in the suburbs to the city centre, and attempts at using chain-driven buses had already failed. The city eventually chose electric streetcars because they required minimal maintenance, were inexpensive to operate and were reasonably safe.

Electric streetcars operated in Calgary between 1909 and 1950, and in its heyday, the system had nearly 80 cars running between downtown and various suburbs including Tuxedo Park, Mount Pleasant, Elbow Park and Killarney, with one line going to Bowness. Car 14, the last streetcar to operate in Calgary, was recreated by Heritage Park in 1973 to move visitors from 14th Street S.W. to the Park gates. In 1991, Heritage Park built another car out of new and salvaged parts. The streetcar's operation took a hiatus from 2007 until 2010 while the Park underwent its $65-mil...

I'm a multi-disciplinary artist, proficient in Graphic Design, Photography, and Digital Artistry. Since my earliest memories, art has been an integral part of my life, manifesting in various forms of expression. Photography holds a special place in my heart, serving as a profound outlet for capturing moments and infusing them with my unique perspective and emotions. Recently, I've been exploring Digital Art and Digital Painting, crafting pieces that resonate with themes of Love, Hope, and Joy. Come along on this visual journey with me. Thanks for visiting my Gallery! All images uploaded to Fine Art America by Maria Angelica Maira are copyright and exclusive property of the artist. All Rights Reserved. (Protected by Canada and...

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