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Author: Movement
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Keep Marpole Moving!
Send an email to Vancouver leaders in support of faster commutes. The proposed extension of bus lane hours in Marpole is facing backlash from a handful of naysayers. The city needs to hear from supporters like you! We put together a short and sweet report on plans to improve bus priority measures on Granville Street.…
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A more detailed look at the 2024 TSPR
TransLink has released their annual Transit Service Performance Report (TSPR) for 2024, tracking a number of important stats on what kind of year our transit service had. We’ve summarized our comments in this press release, but read on for much more detail. The numbers for this year are broadly in line with the numbers last…
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Release: Lessons from the 2024 Transit Service Performance Review
TransLink’s 2024 stats show huge growth where service is increased and huge declines where service is cut.If true, this means transit investments can reduce congestion and boost affordability almost immediately. When you’re done with this, click here to read our more detailed analysis. Today, TransLink has released its annual Transit Service Performance Review, which provides detailed…
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Let’s Give Granville a Glow-Up!
The first stage of the City of Vancouver’s long-awaited bus priority expansion plans is finally upon us, and it’s going to be focused on Granville Street, all the way between 10th Avenue in the north to Marine Drive in the south, going into effect in stages beginning this summer and ending next spring. While the…
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Big bus on the 23 and dozens of frequency boosts: Highlights of the Spring service changes
TransLink has just put into effect new service changes this past Monday, mostly addressing overcrowding across the region.
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More Extended Thoughts on the New Investment Plan
Movement has taken some time to digest today’s TransLink funding announcement and discuss with volunteers on our Discord server. Here are the key themes: What does this agreement mean? The agreement would increase bus service by 5% compared to current levels, focused predominantly on overcrowded routes, industrial areas, regional parks, and corridors that are intended…
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Immediate Response: Save the Bus was successful!
The Bus Has Been Saved; TransLink announces 5% service increase starting in September TransLink has posted the details of its 2025 Investment Plan, which confirms that the province and the Mayors’ Council have come to an agreement to ensure there are no cuts to bus service between now and 2027. There will be a 5%…
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Rally for Transit sees huge turnout
Our Rally for Transit this past Sunday was a massive success! Despite the pouring rain, 300 people turned up at Metrotown Station to have their voices heard and to fight for the future of public transit in Metro Vancouver. While the Mayors’ Council and the province continue their negotiations over how they will address the…
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Release – Deadline for TransLink funding deal looms. Let’s have a rally!
Movement’s advocacy has reached a fever pitch as the negotiations for TransLink’s $600m funding deficit reaches their final stages. Through phone calls, e-mails, social media, and signed letters, thousands of people and organizations have spoken up to prevent transit cuts. These efforts will culminate in a rally at Metrotown Station on Sunday, March 23, at…
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Rally for Transit
March 23rd at Metrotown Station We’re organizing a rally in order to save our buses! Join us at Metrotown Station from 1-2pm on Sunday, March 23 to make our voices heard and tell the government to address TransLink’s operating budget shortfall before it’s too late. Bring your friends and anyone else who wants to protect…
