February 10, 2010
The Olympic torch runs through Aberdeen Station
The Olympic torchbearer heads up the escalator onto the train. Photo by Alex Dawson. Alex Dawson managed to catch some shots of the Olympic torch as…
February 10, 2010
A Dutch bike ride in Richmond! (You can do it too!)
One of the 400 Dutch bikes sent from Holland to Richmond! Since we’re talking transportation and Olympics this month: did you know you can ride a…
February 10, 2010
Update: transit service for the opening ceremonies dress rehearsal, Wed Feb 10
The lineup for the smaller opening ceremonies dress rehearsal on Monday, February 8. Those are security screening tents in the distance. Here's an…
February 9, 2010
Heads up: full dress rehearsal for the opening ceremonies, Wed Feb 10
Here's a note to remind you that the full dress rehearsal for the Olympic opening ceremonies takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, February 10. Why is…
February 9, 2010
Congrats to our staff in the Olympic torch relay so far!
Sergio from CMBC in the torch relay! Just a note to say congratulations to Annie and Sergio from CMBC, who have carried the Olympic flame in the…
February 8, 2010
TransLink and Foursquare team up to offer a transit badge!
I’m so excited to announce that we are working with Foursquare, the mobile social-networking site, to put out a special “transit champion” badge for…
February 8, 2010
TransLink’s Olympic communications centre is now open
TransLink's Olympic communications centre. How glamorous :) TransLink’s Olympic communications centre has started up today! It's a room full of…
February 5, 2010
Friday fun post: are you helping out new folks on transit?
If you like, skip to the end of this post to take the poll about helping out new folks on transit. Last week: are you noticing the Olympic crowds…
February 5, 2010
“Ask Me”: one more place to turn for transit help
Just one more note for visitors to our region! You might see a lot of locals wearing red “Ask Me” buttons during the Games, and it’s to encourage…
February 5, 2010
Reminder: Olympic souvenir passes are valid as of Monday, Feb 8
The 3-zone Olympic FareCard. Just a reminder that the six-week Olympic transit passes are valid starting next Monday, February 8! So if you were…
February 5, 2010
Chloe Lan: Buzzer illustrator interview!
Chloe Lan and her illustration for the January/February Buzzer! Let's keep going with the fine tradition of interviewing our Buzzer illustrators!…
February 4, 2010
Olympic travel tips: transit etiquette and behaviour
For those who might be on transit for the first time during the Olympics, here’s a short series of tips to help you get on your way. (If you do know…
February 4, 2010
Temporary T signage now up at downtown Canada Line stations
T wayfinding signage up at the Waterfront Canada Line entrance on Granville Street. If you're interested, more T wayfinding signage has gone up on…
February 4, 2010
Bus reroutes for the C19, 177, and 791 start Monday, Feb 8
A few more non-Olympic service adjustments are happening on Monday, February 8. Pass it on to those who might be affected, please! C19 UBC/Alma…
February 4, 2010
The Buzzer blog’s plan for the Games period
Yours truly, cycling the region to get you the inside scoop on transit and the Olympics. The Olympics will be on from February 12 to 28, and during…
