Transit and Ride-Hailing in Metro Vancouver

Metro Vancouver is the largest region in North America without ride-hailing services, but that could change in the next year. On Monday, the Province…


Transit-friendly fantastic Phở and more places in Metro Vancouver

Did you know there are two styles of Phở? A piping hot bowl of Phở sounds quintessential of rainy Vancouver evenings, or rather late nights. This…


Goodbye and Thank You: Transit Police Sergeant Wendy Hawthorne to retire

Transit Police Sergeant Wendy Hawthorne started with the Metro Transit Security Service in early 1984 as a Transit Security Officer On November 21,…


This 4-year-old had the best transit-themed birthday party!

Isaac's parents decided to celebrate his love for all things transit It’s just another day for 4-year-old Isaac. He goes to preschool three days per…


South of the Fraser: transit-friendly things to do this Thanksgiving weekend

This week, go to the South of the Fraser for events on the Thanksgiving weekend Pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes and gravy – ‘tis the season to be…


Transit-friendly things to do in Vancouver this weekend

Your guide to transit-friendly things to do this weekend It’s official – fall is over and sweater weather is here to stay. Warm scarves and oversized…


9 books to read about transit

National Read A Book Day is observed annually on September 6th. Let’s be honest, books are man’s best friend. They don’t let us down, they allow us…


Vegan and vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Metro Vancouver to visit on transit

While veganism might be a quintessential Vancouver thing, there are options outside of Vancouver that are transit-friendly! Let’s be honest,…


#TakeTransitHome – transit merchandise pop-up shop at Waterfront Station, Aug. 16–18

A trolleybus-themed t-shirt will be among the new items available at the pop-up shop! Hey Vancouver, this is your transit! A pop-up shop will be…


Transit-friendly bookstores in Metro Vancouver

August 9th is Book Lovers’ Day There’s something about the smell of books – old or new, they have the ability to transport you someplace magical! And…


9 beaches in Metro Vancouver to visit by transit

9 beaches in Metro Vancouver to visit by transit Summer is a great time to explore the beautiful beaches that Metro Vancouver has to offer. The long…


Vancouver actor Seth Rogen records his voice announcements for the SkyTrain system

Seth Rogen – A Guest Voice on Transit

Want to know what would make public transit even more awesome? Seth Rogen! That’s right, the Vancouver-born actor, voice actor, comedian, writer,…


Stanley Park seawall

9 epic transit-friendly places to visit this summer

The seawall at Stanley Park is one of many places to explore this summer! It’s no secret that Metro Vancouver—with our West Coast charm—is a global…


Traveling on transit just got easier!

Hey Metro Vancouver! As of May 22, 2018, you have more ways to pay for your transit trip!  You can now tap your contactless Visa or Mastercard Credit…


Photo of Mia Pears, Manager, Transit Network Management

A Conversation with Mia Pears, Manager, Transit Network Management

Born and raised in coastal Vancouver, Mia Pears, Manager, Transit Network Management, had childhood aspirations of working with the ocean when she…


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