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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…


Cyclists and bus passes by with autumn leaves on trees

Fall into increased transit service, starting on Sept. 5

As summer ends and people fall back into their routines with a return to work and school, we're increasing transit service on several key bus routes,…


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SkyTrain’s Canada Line celebrates 13th anniversary

The Canada Line officially opened on August 17, 2009 and like the SkyTrain projects that came before it, the Canada Line has been transformative for…


Crowd at Columbia StrEAT Food Festival

Take transit to the first-ever Car Free Day festival in New Westminster

Summers are for festivals! Car Free Days of Summer, presented by TransLink, is turning streets into pedestrian paradises throughout the summer. The…


A bus drives by on the Burrard Street bridge as fireworks light up the sky above English Bay

5 tips for an amazing experience at the 2022 Celebration of Light

After a two-year hiatus, the Celebration of Light returns on July 23, 27 and 30! Event Details Dates: Saturday, July 23 (Japan); Wednesday, July 27…


View of the creek along the Lynn Loop trail

Take transit to these trails around Metro Vancouver

One of the greatest things about British Columbia is its beautiful outdoors and many of its walking and cycling trails are easily accessible by…


232 Phibbs Exchange bus passing by the Capilano River Regional Park sign

Take transit to these regional parks in Metro Vancouver

Exploring regional parks is a great way to take in the natural wonder of our region — discovering new trails, learning about wildlife, all while…


An update on the Customer Experience Action Plan

Hi Metro Vancouver, I hope you’re all enjoying summer and getting out to explore by transit, walking, and cycling. Through our summer Ride and Shine…


Streams of people walking on Cordova Street near Waterfront Station, a bus in the background.

Take transit to these Canada Day events around Metro Vancouver

Canada celebrates its 155th birthday on July 1! Communities in Metro Vancouver are hosting free events showcasing the unique qualities of their city…


Rule of the Trees at Commercial-Broadway Station

Discover Indigenous art on transit

Take a look around Metro Vancouver's transit system and you'll find some amazing Indigenous art installations at various stations across the region.…


Colin and Ross Blamey

85 years of service spans generations for the Blameys

Colin and Ross pictured holding Ray Blamey's BC Transit jacket​ For Colin Blamey and his father, Ross Blamey, a career in transit runs in the……


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Take transit to these National Indigenous Peoples Day events and celebrations in your neighbourhood

National Indigenous Peoples Day events and performances highlight and celebrate the many Indigenous arts and cultures, dance, traditions, foods, and…


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Celebrate National Indigenous History Month in your city using transit

After two years of postponing events and celebrations due to COVID-19, we're excited to share a special guide to local events and attractions on our…


Customers entering the fare paid zone at Main Street–Science World Station

5 things about how you rode transit in 2021

In fall 2021, nearly 2.2 million individuals rode the transit system, which is equivalent to about 84 per cent of Metro Vancouver's population.…


Customers arriving at the platform level of Surrey Central Station by escalator showing how many people use transit

Top-10 busiest SkyTrain stations in 2021

Our annual report cards on ridership and transit services are out, revealing the top 10 stations where you boarded the SkyTrain the most in 2021. As…


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