 GEOG: The show is set in Washington State (the University of  Washington is mentioned in the pilot, and American flags, American  money and other such markers are clearly visible in several episodes  throughout the series). However, in the scene where Rube and George  are walking beside the train, you can clearly see the word CANADA  and other markings indicating that it is a train operated by VIA  Rail, Canadas passenger rail company. Specifically, it is the  distinctive refurbished Canadian Pacific train known as "The  Canadian", which travels three times per week between Vancouver and  Toronto.