We’re turning up the brightness, literally!

As part of our Bus Stop Lighting program, we installed solar-powered, push-button lights at four bus stops in Surrey and Delta earlier this year. Now, we’re expanding to 10 new locations for a total of 14!

How does the lighting work?

Bus stops included in this program are outfitted with button-activated, solar-powered lights. Simply press the button at your stop to light up the night. Lights will shine for up to 10 minutes once activated, ensuring you’re visible to bus operators and other road users.

This makes bus stops safer, more visible, and more welcoming for everyone, especially in these “dark at 4 p.m.” winter days.

Why it matters

One of the five priorities in TransLink’s 2022–2027 Customer Experience Action Plan is to make transit safe and pleasant. We want to foster an environment where riders feel they will have an enjoyable and welcoming experience.

Transit users have told us that dark bus stops can feel unsafe or uncomfortable. In fact, 50 per cent of customers surveyed via the Transit app said their stop was too dim. We listened and we’re acting.

These new lighting units, developed by Urban Solar (a Victoria-based company), are designed to improve safety and comfort while being environmentally friendly.

This local partnership was a result of TransLink’s 2024 Open Call for Innovation — our annual invitation for innovators to propose solutions that enhance the transit journey.

What’s new?

• Upgraded lights: From 20W to 40W for more brightness and reliability.

• Longer timer: Lights now stay on for up to 10 minutes.

• Relocation for impact: One of the initial locations is being moved to a darker stop based on feedback from bus operators.

Where you’ll find the lights

New stops include locations in West Vancouver, Surrey, North Vancouver, Langley, Burnaby, White Rock, Delta, and Tsawwassen First Nation. The original pilot stops in Surrey and Delta will continue to shine, with one unit relocated for better effectiveness.

Here is the list of all bus stops that will feature these lights:

• Burnaby, Willingdon @ Canada Way, serving bus routes 25 and 130.
• City of Langley, Fraser Highway @ 196A St, serving bus routes 501, 502, and 503.
• Delta, Highway 17 @ Tsawwassen Dr, serving bus routes 620.
• North Vancouver City, W 15 St @ Lonsdale Avenue, serving bus routes 240 and 241.
• North Vancouver District, Dollarton Highway @ 3100 Block, serving bus route 212.
• Surrey, Scott Road @ 80th Avenue, serving bus routes 301 and 319.
• Tsawwassen First Nation, 52nd Street @ Canoe Pass Way, serving bus routes 601 and 609.
• White Rock, Thrift Avenue @ Johnston Road, serving bus routes 321 and 345.
• White Rock, Marine Dr @ Stevens St, serving bus routes 354 and 361.

Here is the list of some bus stops to be outfitted with these lights:

• Delta (coming soon), 72nd Avenue and Scott Road, serving bus routes 312, 316, and 391.
• North Vancouver City (coming soon), E 15 St @ Lonsdale Avenue, bus routes 240, 255, and 881.
• Surrey (coming soon), 156 Street @104 Avenue, serving bus routes 326 and 335.
• Surrey (coming soon), 128 Street @ 96 Avenue, serving bus routes 323 and 393.
• West Vancouver (coming soon), Keith Road @ Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal, serving bus route 257.

While you may have spotted one of the lights at 152 St and 102A Avenue in Surrey, it will be removed and relocated a new location based on feedback that the area is already well-lit. Your feedback helps us do things like that!

We want your feedback!

If you’re at one of the participating stops, give the lights a try and let us know what you think!

Each stop has a sign with a QR code linking to a quick survey.

Your input will help shape the future of this program, including whether we expand it to even more stops across the region.

Whether you’re catching a bus early in the morning or late at night, we want your experience to be safe and comfortable. Try out the new lights, scan the QR code, and help us make transit better for everyone.

Be safe, be seen!

In addition to using these lights, don’t forget to always dress brightly, warmly, and according to the weather on transit.

Brush up on your winter weather transit tips with our 10 tips to stay warm and safe on transit this winter.