September 11, 2017
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…
August 14, 2017
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…
By Allen Tung
July 31, 2017
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…
By Allen Tung
July 13, 2017
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…
July 5, 2017
CMBC recognized as RCBC environmental champion
Harvinder Aujala (left), RCBC Information Services Manager, and Donna Bartel, CMBC Environmental Sustainability Manager Each year the…
July 4, 2017
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…
March 25, 2017
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…
March 16, 2017
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…
January 13, 2017
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…
January 13, 2017
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…
December 13, 2016
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…
December 6, 2016
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…
December 6, 2016
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…
October 18, 2016
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…
December 4, 2015
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…