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    New Westminster BC V3L 0E7
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    http://www.translink.ca
    778.375.7500
    604.636.4809

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    Products and Press Releases

    Rail

    Translink to work with SISCOG on Rail Validation System project

    SISCOG-Sistemas Cognitivos, SA
    Sept. 5, 2023
    The project will be developed and maintained in partnership with Anaeko, a data engineering company responsible for solution hosting, integration and data migration.
    TransLink
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    Rail

    Service on TransLink’s Canada Line to be temporarily impacted for three months due to construction

    Aug. 31, 2023
    From Sept. 5 until Dec. 19, service will end approximately four hours early, allowing construction crews to continue work on the new Capstan Station.
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    Vehicles

    TransLink unveils Mark V SkyTrain cars

    Aug. 23, 2023
    The 205 new cars are designed to eventually replace the original Mark I models, which are slated for retirement by the end of 2027.
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    Bus

    TransLink rolls out limited-edition Mini-Trolley Compass keychains in honor of 75 years of trolly bus services

    Aug. 18, 2023
    Since their first appearance in 1948, trolley buses have been providing vital zero-emission transit services to Vancouverites; currently, more than 100,000 zero-emission transit...
    TransLink
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    Maintenance

    TransLink opens submissions for 2023 Open Call for Innovation

    Aug. 4, 2023
    TransLink is looking for entrepreneurs, businesses, inventors and innovators to submit ideas to help keep the transit agency's system well-maintained, reliable and high performing...
    TransLink
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    Bus

    Second edition of TransLink’s 2023 Bus Speed and Reliability Report shows need for bus speed improvements

    July 24, 2023
    The new report gives an overview of measures that have been taken to mitigate delays and examines the effectiveness of those measures to help inform decision-making for future...
    TransLink
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    Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

    TransLink studying use of excess energy from SkyTrain to charge electric vehicles

    June 28, 2023
    If the study is proven feasible, the idea could bring more transit vehicle chargers to SkyTrain stations or bus exchanges.
    Safety & Security

    Joint study shows select copper products on public transit can eliminate up to 99.9 percent of bacteria

    Teck
    May 19, 2023
    The groundbreaking study was the first of its kind in North America and evaluated the efficacy of three copper-based solutions for reducing the transmission of bacteria and viruses...
    TransLink
    TransLink’s Expo SkyTrain Line cars
    Maintenance

    Government of Canada, TransLink to provide C$34.9 million in joint funding to support rail maintenance project

    Infrastructure Canada
    May 16, 2023
    The investment will enable the proactive replacement of running rail and rail pads for TransLink’s Expo SkyTrain line over the next four years.
    Mobile Applications

    BC Transit bringing Umo platform to more than 900 buses across more than 30 transit systems

    Cubic Transportation Systems
    May 3, 2023
    BC Transit has launched a single electronic fare collection solution, making public transit a safer, more convenient option for its many local communities.

    Articles & News

    TTC
    Management

    Canada’s three largest transit agencies asking for early launch of Permanent Transit Fund

    Brandon Lewis
    March 20, 2024
    TTC, TransLink and the STM are requesting the government of Canada launch the PTF Fund two years ahead of schedule to help the agencies address growing pressures on their systems...
    TransLink
    TransLink has added free WiFi access to its express RapidBus service.
    Passenger Info

    TransLink rolls out WiFi on its express RapidBus service

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    July 14, 2023
    TransLink is working the Rogers Communications to make its entire system WiFi accessible.
    Metro Vancouver Transit Police
    Two Metro Vancouver Transit Police officers on patrol.
    Safety & Security

    Metro Vancouver Transit Police and police partners ramping up patrols of transit system

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    April 18, 2023
    Provincial, local and transit leaders reiterate that everyone should feel safe while using transit and the increased patrols aim to ensure that perception holds true following...
    British Columbia Ministry of Transportation
    Phyllis, the second TBM excavating the twin tunnel Broadway Subway project, broke through at the future Mount Pleasant Station on March 18, 2023.
    Infrastructure

    Second TBM on Broadway Subway project breaks through at future Mount Pleasant Station

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    March 22, 2023
    The achievement of the twin tunnel portion of the rail project follows the first TBM breaking through at the same location in January.
    TransLink
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    Management

    TransLink Mayors’ Council requests emergency funds, pursuit of permanent transit funding in federal pre-budget request

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Feb. 15, 2023
    The council wants C$250 million in emergency funds, to be matched by the province, as well as acceleration of Canada’s Permanent Transit Fund and additional efforts to stabilize...
    TransLink
    The first Nova Bus LFSe+ will enter service on TransLink.
    Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

    TransLink puts first LFSe+ bus into service

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Feb. 3, 2023
    The bus is the first of 15 that will enter service along TransLink routes during the next year and marks the world debut of the Nova Bus model, which was originally introduced...
    Province of British Columbia
    View of the future Great Northern Way-Emily Carr station site ahead of the launch of Elsie, the first of two tunnel boring machines on the right. Phyllis, the second tunnel boring machine, is being assembled on the left.
    Infrastructure

    Second Broadway Subway TBM prepares for launch

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Nov. 29, 2022
    The behemoth machine, named Phyllis, will bore tunnels to extend the Millennium Line from VCC-Clark Station to the future Broadway and Arbutus station.
    TransLink
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    Infrastructure

    British Columbia issues RFQ for third Surrey Langley SkyTrain project

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Nov. 15, 2022
    The third and final contract will cover the systems and trackwork contract, which includes the design and installation of the SkyTrain trackwork and electrical systems integration...
    Province of British Columbia
    Elsie, the first of two tunnel boring machines for the Broadway Subway Project prepares for launch from the future Great Northern Way-Emily Carr Station, while assembly of Phyllis is underway.
    Infrastructure

    Tunnel boring begins on Vancouver’s Broadway Subway Project

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Oct. 10, 2022
    One TBM will begin excavation followed the by the second this winter and are expected to take about a year to complete tunnel boring for the five-kilometer subway extension project...
    Province of British Columbia
    A rendering showing the 190 Street Station that will be built as part of the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project.
    Infrastructure

    British Columbia issues RFQ for first contract of the Surrey Langely SkyTrain project

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    Aug. 3, 2022
    The procurement process is separated into three contracts; the first will cover the elevated guideway for the project.

    Videos & Resources

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    Mass Transit Weekly Update 8/26/2016

    Aug. 26, 2016
    This week's transit update includes videos from Bay Area Rapid Transit, Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), Auckland Transport, Metro Transit, TransLink and Hillsborough Area...
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    Rail

    Meet the Mark III

    Aug. 26, 2016
    TransLink spokesperson Jennifer Morland meets the newest addition to the SkyTrain fleet and gets the insider scoop about the trains from BCRTC Director of Engineering Assets Chris...
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    Rail

    Mass Transit Weekly Update 5/13/2016

    May 13, 2016
    This weeks transit update includes videos from Hyperloop One, BC Transit, the South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority (TransLink) and the Metropolitan Transit Authority...
    Metrotown Station Double Elevator Installation Timelapse
    Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

    Metrotown Station Double Elevator Installation Timelapse

    May 13, 2016
    Recently a new elevator shaft was installed at Metrotown Station as part of the station upgrade work.

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    Infrastructure

    TransLink and cities of Surrey and Delta begin construction on new RapidBus service on Scott Road corridor

    April 20, 2023
    The R6 Scott Road RapidBus will provide more convenient and reliable service with fewer stops to help Surrey and Delta residents better connect with SkyTrain, making their commute...
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    Management

    TransLink funding C$128 million in community projects through Municipal Funding Program

    March 30, 2023
    The program, which is part of the 2022 Investment Plan and supported by the government of British Columbia, consists of 106 infrastructure projects in 20 communities across Metro...
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    Bus

    TransLink releases latest Bus Speed and Reliability Report

    Feb. 27, 2023
    The report shows bus delays due to traffic congestion have returned to pre-pandemic levels and found bus delays cost Coast Mountain Bus Company $80 million per year, equating ...
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    Management

    TransLink and SCRAP-IT offer transit incentives for customers who scrap their vehicles

    Feb. 16, 2023
    The Stored Value Pass incentive gives customers who scrap their vehicles an opportunity to receive a Stored Value Compass Card worth $50 monthly for 16 months through SCRAP-IT...
    TransLink
    TransLink customers can now pay for transit using Interac Debit.
    Fare Collection Equipment

    TransLink offering new way to pay for transit throughout Metro Vancouver

    Cubic Transportation Systems
    Jan. 11, 2023
    TransLink customers can now pay for transit using Interac Debit, making TransLink the first transit agency in Canada to fully integrate contactless Interac Debit payments systemwide...
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    Mobile Applications

    TransLink testing new accessibility tool to help customers with sight loss better navigate transit system independently

    Jan. 10, 2023
    Launching in late February, the NaviLens app provides audio instructions that guide customers to bus stops and exact points of pick-up.
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    Rail

    TransLink continues work on new Capstan Station

    Jan. 9, 2023
    Service on the Canada Line between Bridgeport Station and Richmond–Brighouse Station will be temporarily impacted between Jan. 16 and Feb. 17 for the station work.
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    Fare Collection

    TransLink introduces Compass Mini-Train

    Dec. 19, 2022
    The Compass Mini-Train is a small model SkyTrain, which can attach to a keyring and works like the Compass Card and Compass Wristband, adding another way to pay for transit in...
    TransLink
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    Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

    TransLink releases Climate Action Plan

    Dec. 2, 2022
    The plan includes rapidly expanding TransLink’s battery-electric bus fleet by 2025.