July 21, 2009
The CityNews List consults kids about bus improvements
For fun this morning --- here's a video from the CityNews List, consulting with a group of elite urban planners to find out what would make buses…
July 20, 2009
Grab a spot on the Buzzer blog’s Canada Line tour this Friday!
Yay --- after much begging, I've been finally able to arrange for a tiny Buzzer blog tour of the Canada Line, for this Friday, July 24 at 10 am-11…
July 20, 2009
Canada Line open house at Vancouver City Centre Station, Sat July 25, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Vancouver City Centre Station on June 2, 2009, photographed by Tafyrn Palecloud. Mark your calendars: InTransit BC hosts the last of its summer open…
July 17, 2009
Friday fun poll: how many bus stop numbers do you know by heart?
If you like, you can skip to the end of this post to answer the poll about how many bus stop numbers you've memorized. Results from last poll: where…
July 17, 2009
Sound Transit launches a new light rail line this weekend
Just wanted to congratulate Washington's Sound Transit today: they're opening their new Link light rail line this weekend! Watch the ad above to see…
July 16, 2009
Golden Ears Bridge tolling starts today!
The majestic Golden Ears Bridge! As I reminded you on Monday, Golden Ears Bridge tolling starts today, July 16! If you've got a transponder, please…
July 15, 2009
The Central Park Line: the very first interurban in greater Vancouver
A map of the Central Park Line, outlined on a 1936 Wrigley's transit map supplied by the Burnaby Village Museum. Today, I’m pleased to present a…
July 14, 2009
Reminder: hop aboard the Albion Ferry during its last weeks of service
Albion Ferry's MV Kulleet sails during a lovely fall sunset. Photo by Duane Cooke. The Albion Ferry closes on July 31, so here's a friendly reminder…
July 13, 2009
Tolling on the Golden Ears Bridge starts Thu July 16
The Golden Ears Bridge, crowded with people during its opening day celebration. (I wonder if everyone has a transponder?) Look out, drivers: after a…
July 10, 2009
The Buzzer rides the Canada Line!
Wow --- I got to ride the Canada Line today! We've only just recently been able to arrange a tour, so here I am with lots of photo and video to…
July 10, 2009
Friday fun poll: where do you keep your bus pass?
If you like, you can skip to the end of this post to answer the poll about where you keep your bus pass. Results from last poll: where do you stand…
July 10, 2009
Burrard Bridge bike lane trial starts Mon July 13
A rendering of the Burrard Bridge bike lane trial, which starts on Monday. Photo from the City of Vancouver. Cyclists, motorists, pedestrians: here's…
July 10, 2009
The July Buzzer is out today!
The July 2009 Buzzer is now on all buses, SeaBus, SkyTrain, and West Coast Express! In this issue, we've got a list of summer getaways you can take…
July 9, 2009
MEC Great Rides kick off with Golden Ears bike ride, Sun July 12
The Golden Ears Bridge on opening day! The Great Ride bike tour this weekend will take you over the bridge on its two-metre wide sidewalks. MEC,…
July 8, 2009
Link fun for a gloomy Wednesday
I wish the weather was like this photo right now. While we wait for the weather to warm up again --- and Environment Canada better not be joking…
