Author: Movement
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RELEASE: How will FIFA affect transit riders?
March 6, 2026 Vancouver and TransLink recently announced some major changes to the transit system for the duration of the FIFA World Cup. We’re working on finding out exactly what impacts – both positive and negative – this will have on transit riders of Metro Vancouver. We’re pleased to see plans for an additional 600…
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Heated Rivalry-lookalike contest draws a crowd for better transit on 49th Ave in South Vancouver
Send an email to Vancouver for bus lanes on 49th Ave! Visit our campaign page for all the details. A rally organized by transit advocates turned Langara–49th SkyTrain Station into a “red carpet” for bus lanes and a Hudson Williams-lookalike contest. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Feb 14, 2026 SOUTH VANCOUVER, BC — Movement: Metro Vancouver Transit…
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Roll Out The Red Carpet for Bus Lanes on 49th!
Take action for a better commute on 49th Ave! The 49 is the busiest local bus in all of Metro Vancouver, but it’s also one of the most delayed. Bus lanes are coming to 49th Ave! The City of Vancouver just announced bus lane plans on 49th Ave. But it’s not enough — they are…
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RELEASE: Transit Advocates Unveil Their Vision for Better Transit in Surrey
For Immediate Release SURREY, B.C. – Transit riders in Surrey are demanding better. As the City of Surrey and TransLink begin work on new transportation plans, including the South of Fraser Area Transport Plan announced on Monday, we are stepping forward with our own community-driven vision for the city’s transit future. Built on feedback from…
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Surrey’s Transit Future
The City of Surrey and TransLink are working to update Surrey’s transit network. Movement has created our own plan for what we think transit in Surrey should look like. Buses in Surrey are slow, indirect, overcrowded, and sometimes downright unpleasant to ride. We believe Surrey transit riders deserve better, so we’re proposing 3 big ideas…
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RELEASE: Vancouver announces bus lanes on 49th, Movement reacts with Heated Rivalry-themed rally
Send an email to Vancouver for bus lanes on 49th Ave! Visit our campaign page for all the details. Does Hudson Williams support bus lanes on 49th Avenue, and will he celebrate his birthday with us at our lookalike competition? FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb 9, 2026 SOUTH VANCOUVER — The City of Vancouver has just…
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Vancouver Council Majority Rejects Snow Removal Priority for Transit
For Immediate Release February 4, 2026 VANCOUVER – At the Vancouver Standing Committee on City Finance and Services Meeting on Wednesday, February 4th, the majority voted against a motion that would give snow clearing priority to transit trouble spots. “We are disappointed. This motion was simple, it aimed to ensure that everyone, not just frequent…
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Mindful Streets Webinar with Dr. S. Leger
Dr. Samantha Leger will be sharing some of her PhD research that focused on examining the politics and practices of everyday mobility negotiated by those who are neurodivergent and the potential for more inclusive (and just) street design for ‘all’. Read more about Dr. Leger and her research https://uwaterloo.ca/mindful-streets-project/profiles/samantha-leger Virtual meeting joining info will be sent…
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If You Want to Win, You’ve Got to Fight – Movement Book Talk
Your transportation dreams are within reach—are you ready to fight for them? From safer streets to faster trains, the changes you want are possible—and transportation advocate Carter Lavin can show you how to make them real. Whether you’re dreaming of protected bike lanes, better bus service, or a bold high-speed rail future, Carter offers a…
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RELEASE: End snow bus pile-ups!
Send a comment or sign up to speak in support of motion 5: Bus To Move. Snow clearing priority for transit trouble spots is an obvious solution to our city’s winter woes. Share your story of being stranded in the snow with council. Sign up by 5pm Feb 3rd, 2026. Movement encourages council to vote…
