If you’re a lover of pretty pictures, capturing moments on transit or just Metro Vancouver in general โ this is the blog post for you. #MyTransLink is a culmination of photos taken by our dedicated transit photographers over the past weeks. So scroll on and check out the beautiful shots from within our region.
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We’ve some good news!
Upgrades to the bus exchange at 22nd Street Station are now complete. Letโs talk about just how cool the station is because letโs be honest, itโs often overlooked amongst the architectural marvels of our vast transit network!
One of the older transit hubs in the region, the elevated 22nd Street Station was built in 1985 as part of the original version of the Expo Line. Located on a hill above the Queensborough Bridge interchange, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Fraser River and Mount Baker from the SkyTrain platform.
But, itโs what lies below the SkyTrain station that matters most: an eight-bay bus loop that was constructed along with the original station. This is what gives the exchange its true value to our transit network.
As part of our TransLink Tomorrow program, we’re launching a new pilot program that will test on-demand transit services for Bowen Island residents and tourists.
Instead of having to follow set timetables, anyone on the island will be able to use a mobile app called TapRide โ think of it as ride haling for public transit or transit hailing! The app will allow you to book journeys and track buses in real-time.
If you’re a Bowen Island transit customer or a tourist to the island, visit translink.ca/bowen to download the TapRide app. Not an app person? No problem! There’s also an online and phone-in booking system (more info on that via translink.ca/bowen) Read more »
Hello again, and welcome to another edition of #MyTransLink. Our little corner of the internet where we share a curated selection of transit related photos shot in and around beautiful Metro Vancouver by none other than you โ our quick shootin’ transit paparazzi!
Scroll down and check out what was captured since last edition.
Weโre creating a new Regional Transportation Strategy, called Transport 2050, that will outline our options for getting around between now and 2050.
Since TransLink launched this public engagement initiative โ the largest in our history โ on May 3, weโve heard from thousands of Metro Vancouverites about what they want in the future of transportation. And so far, nearly 13,000 surveys and 1,400 ideas for the future have been submitted.
Have an idea, but haven’t submitted it yet? Donโt worry, you have until September 22 to tell us whatโs important to you, your transportation priorities and your ideas for the future. Take part now at transport2050.ca!
Want to talk with us in person instead? This summer, weโre all over the region. Read more »
Making my way downtown, walking fast… because I want to see the firework show!ย ๐
We know that Canada Day celebrations are a big thing, cause we are excited for them too! That’s why on Monday July 1st, the SkyTrain, SeaBus and buses will be running on the holiday schedule, but with additional service to help you get to the celebrations and getting you home safely. ๐ค
Because of this spectacular event, that also means that there will be changes to our regular bus routes and access to SkyTrain stations downtown. Don’t worry, it’s just for Canada Day! Read more »
TransLink today released the results of an independent technical study of trade-offs associated with operating SkyTrain all night Fridays and Saturdays as well as a report outlining other transit options that could be effective in getting late night patrons home safely.
The independent, year-long technical study found that to ensure the SkyTrain system could be properly maintained, significant operational changes would be required including a reduction of SkyTrain operating hours during weekdays and full closures of the system on some statutory holidays. Read more »
A weekly friendly reminder that the next installment of the #MyTransLink series is up again! Through #MyTransLink, we share photos of the region submitted by you, who represent our beautiful community of residents and visitors. Scroll on down to see where transit takes you in all of Metro Vancouver’s glory! Thanks again to all you dedicated transit photographers! Without you, this series would be impossible.
Want to be featured? Snap and share your photos on social media using #MyTransLink.
“Happy Canada Day!” by Ian Muttoo is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0
Canada Day is Monday July 1st!
We want to see you get out there and be the proud Canadian you are! Here is a list of Canada Day events in Metro Vancouver lined up for this year and how to enjoy them taking transit. Ever wonder what Canada will be like in the next 30 years? Or specifically, what will your transit to Canada Day in 2050 would look like? Help your community shape the future of transportation in Metro Vancouver with the Transport 2050 survey. Keep an eye out for our Transport 2050 Engagement Busย at a couple of these events and more throughout the summer too! Read more »
Our Transport 2050 engagement team and bus will be at community events throughout the summer!
TransLink is creating a new strategy for the next 30 years of transportation called Transport 2050, and we need your help. Find us at community events throughout the region to tell us how you want to move and live! Read more »
Summer is coming and we’re kicking it off with the latest edition of The Buzzer!
Staffer Dwayne Cunningham voices TransLink’s National Indigenous Peoples Day announcement on SkyTrain.
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day and weโre thrilled to be marking this occasion on SkyTrain with voice announcements.
The voice belongs to Dwayne Cunningham, a TransLink staffer and member of the Katzie First Nation,ย whose traditional territories are along Fraser River near Port Hammond in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows.
Dwayne spent his teenage years living on the Katzie Indian Reserve and remains active in the community today, visiting his extended family at least once a month.
He says Indigenous cultures like the Katzie can feel distant, but there are vibrant communities throughout British Columbia and across Canada โ all doing historically interesting and exciting things. Everything from pow wow dances to participating in Native fisheries throughout the summer.
We’re back at it with another week of #MyTransLink. A special place where we share the regions photos as submitted by you โ Metro Vancouver’s community, neighbours and visitors. Scroll on down to check out the latest in #MyTransLink.
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day and Canadians coast to coast will be celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of the First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples! While these groups have similarities, each group has some distinct differences that make them unique through cultural practice, languages and more.
Between June 16 and 28, there are a myriad National Indigenous Peoples Day events happening throughout Metro Vancouver! We’ve compiled a selection below โ transit can get you to these events. Plan your trip using our Trip Planner, and sign up for Transit Alerts and know before you go.
TransLink works, operates and serves on the traditional territories of 46 Coast Salish First Nations within Metro Vancouver.
