The West Coast Railway Association (WCRA) has announced senior staff changes that are designed to take the organization forward.

Ken Tanner is appointed President & CEO, effective immediately. In this new role, Mr. Tanner is responsible for overseeing all of the WCRA’s operations. He will be based at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish, BC.

Coincident with this appointment, the Board also announces that:

Don Evans is named President Emeritus. This recognizes Don’s many years of leadership with WCRA. He will continue to be the WCRA’s fundraising lead as well as an active volunteer. Gordon Bell comes on board as General Manager – West Coast Railway Heritage Park effective March 11, 2013. The announcements were made last week by WCRA’s Board Chair, Mr. Bob Philip, on behalf of the Board of Directors.

West Coast Railway Association, www.wcra.org