Will consider extending TransLink to Squamish: BC Conservatives

The BC Conservative Party has vowed to improve regional transit services in the Sea-to-Sky corridor, focusing on expanding options to Squamish. In a press release, the party said it would expand regional transit in the corridor and consider extending TransLink services to Squamish.

In addition to expanding transit in Squamish and the Sea-to-Sky area, the Conservatives say they will invest in several key transportation projects across the province. These include extending the SkyTrain to Surrey’s Newton neighbourhood, funding expansions outlined in the Transport 2050 plan, and exploring the possibility of a Fraser Valley regional rail system connecting Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and Surrey.

The BC Conservatives said they would prevent service interruptions and fuel future transit expansions by fully funding TransLink for two years and conducting a financial audit. They have also committed to expanding BC Transit services in high-growth areas and enforcing stricter safety policies on public transit, including a zero-tolerance approach to drug use and violence.

Criticizing the NDP for neglecting transit needs, the Conservatives argued that service gaps and safety concerns have worsened under Premier David Eby’s leadership, leaving commuters frustrated and stranded at bus stops. If elected, they vow to prioritize public safety and reliable service across the province, claiming that the NDP’s approach has failed to meet growing demand.