Next phase of project requires station detours and closure of Expo Line escalators

VANCOUVER, BC – TransLink is reopening the Millennium Line escalators at Commercial–Broadway SkyTrain Station on Friday, September 27. On the same day, the second phase of the escalator replacement project will begin on the north escalators, which connect to the Expo Line platforms.

During construction, the staircase accompanying these Expo Line escalators will also close to ensure the safety of customers; the elevator will remain open. Alternate escalator, elevator, and stair access to the Expo Line platforms will be available across the street on the south side of East Broadway Avenue.

Expo Line customers are advised to build in an extra five minutes of travel time for station detours and possible congestion. Updated signage and additional staff will be available to direct and assist customers. SkyTrain service will not be impacted.

These escalators have been in operation for over 20 years; replacing them is vital to ensure continued safety and reliability, while supporting increasing ridership. The new escalators are more durable and feature variable speed options for power-saving. They are also easier for staff to maintain and will minimize future downtime.

This $10.5 million project is funded through the TransLink Capital Program and is expected to be completed in fall 2025.

Commercial–Broadway Station Facts:

• Third busiest SkyTrain station (over 6.2 million boardings in 2023)
• More than 19,000 average weekday boardings
• Connects with some of the busiest bus routes on the network

More information:
Commercial–Broadway Escalator Replacement Project webpage

Media contact:
TransLink Media Relations
E: media@translink.ca