Free Transit for Veterans on Remembrance Day
TransLink will provide free transit for veterans and active military personnel on Remembrance Day, Tuesday, November 11, to honor their service and sacrifice. Holiday fares will apply to other passengers that day.
Who Qualifies for Free Transit
- Veterans
- Active members of the Canadian Armed Forces
- Police and fire department staff
- Canadian Coast Guard members
- Officers from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans
- BC Ambulance Service personnel
Eligible passengers can show a badge, military identification, Veteran’s Service Card, or wear their uniform to ride free of charge.
Transit Access Details
Veterans and other eligible passengers do not need to tap their Compass Card on buses or HandyDART. Accessible fare gates at SkyTrain and SeaBus stations will stay open from 8 a.m. for their convenience.
Honoring Indigenous Veterans
On Saturday, November 8, TransLink also observes National Indigenous Veterans Day to recognize Indigenous veterans and their contributions to peace and global security.
Commemorative Activities
The Royal Canadian Legion will distribute poppies by donation at several transit hubs across Metro Vancouver. TransLink encourages customers to use transit to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies throughout the region.
“TransLink will honour veterans and active military personnel this Remembrance Day by offering them free transit on Tuesday, November 11.”
Author’s Summary
TransLink will offer complimentary rides to veterans and service members on November 11 to recognize their dedication, while also commemorating Indigenous contributions earlier that week.