Accessible public transit

Leading the way

As part of Metro Vancouver, we are the first federation of municipalities in Canada to adopt a policy offering fully accessible transit services.

All TransLink buses, community shuttles, rapid transit, SeaBus, and West Coast Express trains are fully accessible to people of all abilities.

A universally accessible transit system provides mobility to meet the needs of all residents so they can fully participate in city life.

Supporting accessible transit

Providing fully accessible transit vehicles is only part of an accessible transit system. It is our responsibility to make sure that people of all abilities can access the transit stops so that they can use transit services.

Our work includes making sure:

All transit waiting and boarding areas are improved for accessible transit vehicle operation
An accessible public realm, including clear unobstructed sidewalks, smooth surfaces, curb ramps, and audible signals at pedestrian crossings
Access to and from transit stops in construction zones and during special events