Master Model Railroader Mike Chandler has spent the past 16 years working on a model railroad in his New Westminster basement — and he figures it will take him another decade to complete ...

Rowland said the N-scale layout comes apart in two sections – 4×8 and 3×8 – and features four trains on two tracks. The display also has working lights, and comes with scores of trains and cars.

Model railroading is a popular hobby. It can be as simple as a train on a small oval track or a complex rail system with detailed scenery. "He shows me this really cool train layout.

Model trains are popular throughout southwestern Ontario because many people take inspiration from live railroads in the region, said Michael Walker, assistant superintendent of the National Model ...

Show hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 11th Annual Train-A-Palooza will include sales tables working model train layouts and train-related toys.

“Model railroading is about creating a small world with trains — it’s a fun, creative, and rewarding hobby,” said Stumme. “And it’s never truly finished.

They said it’s a great way to pass the time and gives them something to do in retirement. "I just like coming on and working hands-on with projects," said Goch, a 60-year old grandfather.

From CTV Kitchener: Toy trains were the talk of the town at Bingemans as the Kitchener Model Train Show returned to the centre. Toy trains were the talk of the town in Kitchener on Sunday.