April 9, 2021
The SkyBridge, one of the world’s longest transit-only bridges (PHOTOS)
Ride the SkyTrain between Columbia and Scott Road Stations and you’re treated to amazing views of the Fraser River (and the iconic Pattullo Bridge…
By Allen Tung
March 26, 2021
TransLink completes modernization of 1980s-era SkyTrain technology
Brand new real-time information screens and speakers installed across SkyTrain system TransLink has replaced aging speakers and signs on the…
March 25, 2021
SkyTrain’s Surrey Central Station receives three City of Surrey Civic Distinction Awards
TransLink's Surrey Central Station project is the recipient of three City of Surrey Civic Distinction Awards! The city presents these awards of…
March 15, 2021
Changing people’s lives one wiggle at a time: a guide dog puppy named after the Expo Line
It seemed like the universe was sending her a sign, when Jocelyn, a CMBC employee, found out that the puppy her mother helped as a volunteer for BC…
By Anh P
December 17, 2020
TransLink overhauls aging fleet with largest ever SkyTrain order
TransLink today announces that Bombardier Transportation has been chosen to manufacture the largest ever order of SkyTrain cars for the Expo and…
December 11, 2020
Marking the 35th anniversary of SkyTrain
Dec. 11 marks the 35th anniversary of SkyTrain. Let’s look at some of its major milestones over the last 35-plus years! 1️⃣9️⃣8️⃣2️⃣ The “pre-build…
November 16, 2020
Join us for a virtual open house on the future Capstan Station, Nov. 16–23
We want to share the latest news about the new Capstan Station coming to Canada Line! TransLink's hosting a virtual open house that you can access…
October 9, 2020
Bicycles to be temporarily allowed on SkyTrain during rush hours
TransLink customers can now take their bikes on SkyTrain at all times and in all directions on both the Expo and Millennium lines. This…
September 17, 2020
Broadway Subway station name to feature Emily Carr
Final station names for the Broadway Subway Project unveiled TransLink is unveiling the final station…
September 8, 2020
PHOTOS: Taking you behind the scenes of the Expo Line weekend closure at Waterfront Station
Earlier last month, the Expo Line platform at Waterfront Station was closed for a weekend to accelerate maintenance work while there are fewer…
July 16, 2020
TransLink completes Granville Station upgrades
Longest escalators in Metro Vancouver replaced as part of station overhaul The newly upgraded Granville…
May 6, 2020
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…
By Allen Tung
April 7, 2020
Keeping the system open and accessible for those who need it
Ryan Mendoza is a people person. Being as hands on as possible and interacting with customers is what he likes best as a SkyTrain Attendant. “You…
By Mohak Sood
April 3, 2020
Pulling the curtain back on who keeps SkyTrain operating
SkyTrain's Andrew Ferguson, a vehicle technician, and Annaliese Hunt, a control operator. As night descends, SkyTrain’s Operations and Maintenance…
By Allen Tung
March 31, 2020
“It’s a lifetime of freedom to travel”: Overcoming the fear of SkyTrain
Read the story of how Jon, a teen with autism, overcame the fear of boarding the SkyTrain with some help from Mo Hassabou from BCRTC (SkyTrain) and…
By BCRTC Staff