The next train screen at Gilmore Station

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…


The north stationhouse at Surrey Central Station

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…


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…


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…


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…


Rendering of future Capstan Station

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…


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…


Broadway Subway station name to feature Emily Carr

Final station names for the Broadway Subway Project unveiled TransLink is unveiling the final station…


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…


TransLink completes Granville Station upgrades

Longest escalators in Metro Vancouver replaced as part of station overhaul The newly upgraded Granville…


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…


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…


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…


Waiting for SkyTrain at Lougheed

“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…


Take part in the international survey and help us improve bus and SkyTrain

We need your help so we can make our services even better!  Did you know that TransLink is a member of two international benchmarking communities,…


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