Buzzer illustrator interview: Honeylyn Amaga

Illustration and illustrator, Honeylyn Amaga This September edition of the print Buzzer illustration was done by Honeylyn Amaga. Celebrating the…


Q&A: In conversation with a transit planner—TransLink and transit in Canada

Prior to joining TransLink as a senior planner, David Cooper worked for Calgary Transit and the City of Toronto, where he supported the Toronto…


How a resourceful transit supervisor reunited a lost wallet with its owner

Transit supervisor Todd Hancock doesn’t consider himself extraordinary or even a Good Samaritan. He says he simply did what he believes was the right…


STA for a day

A day in the life of a SkyTrain Attendant – ride along with BCRTC President Vivienne King

Last week, British Columbia Rapid Transit Company (BCRTC) President Vivienne King, donned her reflective vest and steel toed boots to walk a mile (or…


CMBC recognized as RCBC environmental champion

CMBC recognized as RCBC environmental champion

Harvinder Aujala (left), RCBC Information Services Manager, and Donna Bartel, CMBC Environmental Sustainability Manager   Each year the…


Social Media Team

Who’s behind TransLink’s Social Media channels?

Left to right: Robert Willis, Sarah Kertcher, Allen Tung Hello Buzzer readers! It's been a while since we've shined the spotlight on the people who…


HUB Bike Parkade Award

Secure bike parkades secure top spot at HUB awards!

HUB Cycling recently hosted their 4th Annual Bike Awards - a celebration of organizations, individuals, schools and municipalities who have led the…


BC's Top Employer

TransLink once again named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2017!

We're thrilled to share that TransLink (also known as South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority) has been named a top employer in BC for…


We're on a hunt for Anne the hugs lady, giving out hugs cards on the bus and encouraging kindness and conversation between passengers

A heartwarming transit story

If you've lost faith in the kindness of strangers, this story is for you! One of our riders, Kajal, shared with us a heartwarming story of an…


Meet #Denistheplanner!

Meet Denis. Denis the planner. Haaaaaaaaave you met Denis? Denis has been with TransLink for three and half years and in the planning department for…


Ivan Chan Photography explores the Evergreen Extension

Thanks to Ivan Chan Photography for all the great photos in this post! The Buzzer blog gladly receives emails from readers and transit riders…


TransLink receives Outstanding Employer Award for Take Your Kids to Work Day

Every year, TransLink participates in Take your Kids to Work Day. Kids aged 14 are invited to job shadow their parents or come along on a guided tour…


TransLink’s Cathy McLay named one of Canada’s most powerful women of 2016!

Growing up as the only girl among four brothers and working in traditionally male dominated sectors hasn't stopped TransLink's CFO Cathy McLay from…


Graham Construction and Engineering LP wins award for Main Street Station Renovations

By now, you must have seen the gorgeous (and necessary!) upgrades at Main Street–Science World Station. Big, beautiful windows that also aid in…


Trolley buses at Vancouver Transit Centre

TransLink awarded Platinum level status for sustainability commitment!

We've gone Platinum! TransLink has become the first Canadian transit organization to achieve Platinum level status for sustainability from the…


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