December 17, 2022
TransLink bus tires, explained
A common question we get asked during the snowy season is why doesn’t TransLink use tires designed for winter? Simply put – we do. All TransLink bus…
By Dan Mountain
November 18, 2022
Our new battery-electric bus arrives in Metro Vancouver
The first of TransLink's 15 new battery-electric buses have arrived in Metro Vancouver, an important milestone as they charge ahead for an expected…
By Jawn Jang and Dan Mountain
October 13, 2022
How to get real-time transit notifications sent to your phone
For transit users, information is everything. Real-time information helps riders know which routes to take — and which routes not to take — to save…
By Dan Mountain
August 27, 2022
Next generation of SkyTrain cars take shape
TransLink's new SkyTrain cars are taking shape at a Canadian manufacturing factory in Quebec. The 205 new cars (our largest order ever) will allow us…
By Dan Mountain
July 22, 2022
Burrard Chinook SeaBus celebrates first birthday
One year ago today, the Burrard Chinook emerged through an archway of water during its maiden voyage across the Burrard Inlet. Since then, the vessel…
By Dan Mountain
June 13, 2022
TransLink adding more bus service to summer destinations
After increasing service to warm-weather destinations in the Spring, TransLink is adding even more service to key summer destinations on June 27.…
By Dan Mountain
May 20, 2022
Help us pick our next bus seats!
We're looking at changing bus seats and you have the chance to help us choose! Over the next month, two bus seats are competing for your votes at the…
By Dan Mountain
March 1, 2022
What are walking school buses and why they matter
On school days, about one third of morning traffic in Metro Vancouver comes from cars dropping off kids at school, according to data from TransLink's…
By Dan Mountain
February 19, 2022
TransLink tests next generation of battery-electric buses
As part of our Climate Action Strategy, TransLink is replacing old diesel buses with battery-electric buses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions…
By Dan Mountain
December 22, 2021
Braille signage with raised tactile letters coming to every bus stop in Metro Vancouver
TransLink is taking a major step forward towards improving the transit system for people who are blind or partially sighted by launching the…
By Dan Mountain
December 3, 2021
Seven HandyDART improvements you might’ve missed
HandyDART is TransLink’s door-to-door transit service for anyone that may not be able to use the conventional transit system. Every day, it is a…
By Dan Mountain
July 31, 2020
Waterfront Station Expo Line access to close on August 8–9
Platform closure will allow for system maintenance and repairs Access to and from the Expo Line at Waterfront Station will be closed on Saturday,…
By Dan Mountain
July 31, 2020
SeaBus increasing 15-minute sailings
More convenient schedule for customers and extra space on vessels SeaBus 15-minute sailings increasing, starting the week of August 3. Beginning on…
By Dan Mountain