VANCOUVER – Rogers has flipped the switch on its wireless service in the SkyTrain’s Dunsmuir Tunnel, allowing TransLink passengers across Metro Vancouver to stay connected.
The company said Friday that this service covers the Stadium–Chinatown, Granville, Burrard and Waterfront stations plus the track between them. The Rogers network will also provide 911 emergency access to all SkyTrain riders, regardless of their wireless carrier.
"People expect to be able to use their phones wherever they are, which is why we are investing to make sure our network is on for our customers wherever their day takes them," said Gord Nelson, Rogers’ VP sales, British Columbia, in the news release. "Now Rogers and Fido customers can use their mobile phones exactly the same way when they are in the Dunsmuir Tunnel as they do above ground."
Rogers pledged to continue to build out wireless coverage along the SkyTrain, including the Edmonds, Columbia, New Westminster and Evergreen tunnels.
"We've heard from customers that increased access to cellular data and connectivity is important and we are pleased to be working with Rogers to make this a reality," added TransLink VP strategic sourcing and real estate Derrick Cheung. "This partnership lays the groundwork for additional carriers to access the tunnel network so that eventually all our customers can experience the safety, security and convenience consistent connectivity affords."
