Overview

• The federal government announced $663 million in transit funding for Metro Vancouver through the Canada Public Transit Fund, to be distributed between 2026 and 2036.
• The funding will prioritize maintenance and upgrades to existing infrastructure, including trolley wires and equipment, rather than network expansion or new projects.
• TransLink continues to face a $600 million annual operational funding gap, raising concerns about potential cuts to transit services if additional funding is not secured.
• Plans for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system connecting Metrotown and West Vancouver remain unfunded, with local leaders urging federal and provincial governments to commit further resources.
• The Canada Public Transit Fund, announced in 2024, represents the largest public transit investment in Canadian history, allocating $3 billion annually starting in 2026.