Ernest and Percy Easthope built their first marine engine to install in a
canoe in 1900. In 1913 they began building two- and four-cycle marine engines
from 3 to 18 horsepower in their factory in Vancouver. Between 1913 and 1961
the company built 6,000 engines known for their simple design, long life and
reliability. In 1930 an assembly and repair shop was opened on No. 1 Rd. in
Steveston where most of the B.C. fishing fleet moored. This picture shows the
machine shop crew and belt-driven equipment. In 1979 when Steveston Machine
Works took over the shop, Bill Easthope stayed on as manager. This shop served
Steveston fishermen for over 50 years. In 1987 the property was converted to
commercial space. Photo Duncan Stacey (DS).
Buildings: Industrial
Gender: Male
People: Group
Type: Image
Work: Light Industry