Chinese Railroad Workers Memorial
A monument in Toronto commemorating the 17,000 Chinese laborers who worked and died building Canada's Pacific Railway between 1880 and 1885.

šŸ“œ Monument in Toronto dedicated to Chinese railway workers, commemorating the sacrifice and contribution of 17,000 Chinese laborers who built Canada's first transcontinental railway.
šŸ” Erected in 1989, it honors these workers, many of whom died during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway.

Why Go šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦ Learn about a crucial part of Canadian history

šŸ™ Pay homage to workers who died building the railway
šŸŽØ Admire the sculpture designed by Eldon Garnet and Franicis LeBouthillier
āœŠ Symbol of worker's rights in Canada
šŸ—æ Features a sculpture with boulders from the Canadian Rockies
šŸš¶ Easy access near Rogers Centre and Toronto Railway Museum

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Annual rededication ceremony on July 1st (Canada Day).
šŸ“ Located in North Linear Park, west of Rogers Centre.

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