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5 unusual facts about Expo 86


Canadian Pacific 374

No. 374 was put on display on the turntable at the renovated CPR Drake Street roundhouse during Expo 86.

Davis LLP

Expo 86 brought a new vitality to B.C. and the firm embraced the wave of new investment.

Giulio Terzi di Sant'Agata

He was Consul General in Vancouver during Expo 86, where he promoted major events for Italian businesses and culture on Canada’s Pacific Coast.

Rainbow War

Rainbow War is a 19-minute animated/live action short film created for Expo 86, the 1986 World's Fair in Vancouver, BC.

Themed Attraction Association

It was formed in 1986 by many of the companies and individuals who worked together on developing the exhibits and attractions at Vancouver's Expo 86.


BC Pavilion Corporation

Originally created to manage the BC Pavilion during Expo 86, PavCo operates BC Place Stadium and The Vancouver Convention Centre

The McDades

As The McDade Family Band the siblings had the chance to perform at such venues as the Canadian National Exhibition, Vancouver Expo 86, The Commonwealth Games and multiple performances for members of British Royal Family.


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