An open letter to TransLink customers
This week marks a new chapter in British Columbia’s response to COVID-19. As we turn the page, TransLink is stepping up to support Phase 2 of…
TransLink implements Safe Operating Action Plan
Enhanced cleaning, restored service, masks recommended on public transit In order to support British Columbia’s Restart Plan, TransLink is…
From one Metro Vancouver institution to another: a retired bus operator on Army & Navy
Retired bus operator Angus McIntyre on his first day of work in 1969. After temporarily closing like other retailers in March to help slow the spread…
How is TransLink funded?
Many of you inquired over the previous few weeks about how funding at TransLink works. One of the most common questions we received were…
Public art installation comes to the Stadium–Chinatown Station
Installation by Moyra Davey, Plymouth Rock, 2020 at Stadium-Chinatown SkyTrain Station. Courtesy of the Artist, Courtesy the artist; greengrassi,…
Province and TransLink to ensure transit service in place to support B.C.’s Restart Plan
TransLink to suspend planned service reductions, rescind employee layoffs People in Metro Vancouver can rest assured that they will be able to get…
New temporary barriers give bus operators peace of mind
Carmen Niculescu - Community Shuttle Operator behind a made by CMBC temporary barrier To further protect the health and well-being of CMBC Bus…
Helping with taxes for essential workers and local businesses
With tax deadlines being extended for individuals and businesses till June and September, you'd imagine things would slow down for organizations…
Why are escalators at SkyTrain stations out of service so often?
At a height of 13 metres (43 feet), the escalators at Metrotown Station's west stationhouse are the second highest in the SkyTrain system, surpassed…
New Bike Parkades open in Coquitlam and Richmond
New Bike Parkades are now open at Burquitlam, Lafarge Lake–Douglas and Bridgeport stations! We’re expanding our Bike Parkade program to new parts of…
Take a virtual transit music break: Fridays at noon on our Facebook page
Musicians have been providing SkyTrain customers with music and entertainment since Expo ’86, performing at 11 stations along Expo and Canada Lines.…
Bus fare collection set to resume June 1
Bus operator barrier with a temporary plexiglass extension installed. Upgrades and installation of barriers allow for safe fare collection Beginning…
These are the new peak hours and busy times on transit
Thank you to all the essential workers – and to everyone for doing your part, staying home, and staying safe. With limited service available at this…
Working together to get through the pandemic
When you think of someone working in a hospital, what Sofie does probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind. Sofie is a hospital switchboard…
