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Vancouver’s Waterfront Station Reopens After Security Threat Investigation

Transit services resumed after a 90-minute shutdown prompted by a reported threat, with no casualties or explosives found.

Police tape and police vehicles seen outside Vancouver's Waterfront Station on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
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Overview

  • Waterfront Station was closed around 10:40 a.m. on May 11, 2025, following a reported security threat.
  • Transit Police and Vancouver Police deployed explosive detection dogs and drones to investigate the situation.
  • SeaBus and Expo Line services were suspended, while Canada Line operations were limited; Millennium Line remained unaffected.
  • Bus bridges and detours for several routes were implemented to mitigate commuter disruptions during the closure.
  • By 12:15 p.m., the station was deemed safe, and all transit services resumed normal operations.