NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — Metro Vancouver’s TransLink and Shaw Communications announced today the launch of free WiFi for customers on six RapidBuses, on three SkyTrains, at Edmonds Station and at Carvolth Exchange.
This marks the beginning of a system-wide rollout that will provide TransLink customers with free Shaw WiFi on all buses, SeaBus ferries, SkyTrains, transit stations and major transit hubs by 2026, according to an announcement on TransLink’s blog.
“We are proud to partner with TransLink so its customers can stay connected when they are on buses, trains or in transit stations across the Lower Mainland,” said Katherine Emberly, president of business for Shaw Communications, in the blog post.
“Today’s announcement represents another milestone in our collective commitment to providing commuters with fast, seamless WiFi connectivity that they can enjoy for free across TransLink’s system.”
Free Shaw WiFi is already available on board SeaBuses and in SeaBus terminals as part of a previous rollout from TransLink and Shaw.
The expanded rollout “will first prioritize activating WiFi on RapidBuses, SkyTrains, and 60-foot articulated buses to provide WiFi on the vehicles serving the most customers. TransLink and Shaw will then continue to install WiFi on our vehicles until the whole fleet is equipped,” the blog post says.
“We know that free WiFi is something our customers want, and I’m so excited to start delivering this important feature to elevate the customer experience,” says TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn.
“Free WiFi means that our customers can use their transit time for leisure, work, or better connecting with family and friends without spending their money on data fees.”
Image borrowed from TransLink’s blog.
