The Canada Line is part of Vancouver’s SkyTrain system, connecting Downtown Vancouver to Richmond and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It’s an important rapid transit line for both commuters and travellers.

Millenium Line & Expo Line

Canada Line Vancouver SkyTrain Stations Map

Canada Line Richmond SkyTrain Stations Map

Attractions within walking distance of Canada Line Skytrain Stations

Vancouver West

Downtown Stations

  • Canada Place
  • Vancouver Convention Centre
  • Gastown
  • Coal Harbour Seawall
  • Harbour Green Park
  • Vancouver Lookout
  • Pacific Centre Mall
  • FlyOver Canada
  • Steamworks Brewery
  • Sinclair Centre
  • Marine Building
  • Waterfront Seabus Terminal
  • Digital Orca Sculpture
  • Stanley Park (via Coal Harbour)

Olympic Village Station  

  • Hinge Park
  • Jonathan Rogers park
  • Charleson Park
  • Vancouver General Hospital
  • Vancouver City Hall
  • Stamp’s Landing Dock
  • Spyglass Place Dock
  • Seawall
  • Broadway-City Hall Station
  • City of Vancouver offices
  • Leg-in-boot Square
  • City Square Mall
  • BC Cancer Agency
  • Holiday Inn Broadway

Broadway-City Hall Station

  • Vancouver General Hospital
  • Vancouver City Hall
  • Leg-in-boot Square
  • Jonathan Rogers Park
  • Major Matthews Park
  • Olympic Village Station
  • Stamp’s Landing Dock

King Edward Station

  • Douglas Park
  • Heather Park
  • Douglas Park Community Centre
  • Braemar Park
  • Queen Elizabeth  Park
  • Hillcrest Park
  • Children’s and Women’s Health Center of BC
  • Edith Cavell Elementary School
  • Terry Salman Library

Oakridge -41st Avenue Station

  • Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Queen Elizabeth Pitch & Putt Golf Course
  • Columbia Park
  • Tisdall Park
  • Oakridge Centre Mall
  • Oakridge Public Library
  • Oakridge Seniors Centre

Langara-49th Avenue Station

  • Langara golf course
  • Langara Park
  • Cambie Park
  • Tisdall Park
  • Columbia Park
  • Oakridge Centre mall
  • Langara College
  • Dr. Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School
  • Langara Family YMCA
  • Oakridge Public Library

Marine Drive Station

  • Ash Park
  • Sir Wilfred Laurier Annex
  • Winona Park
  • North Arm Fraser River
  • Marpole Curling Club
  • St. Vincent’s Hospital Langara
  • Langara Golf Course
  • Amherst Hospital and Nursing Home
  • JW Sexsmith Community Elementary School
  • Dogwood Lodge
  • George Pearson Center
  • Sir Wilfred Laurier Elementary School
  • Marpole Oakridge Community Centre
  • Oak Park
  • Eburne Park
  • Mitchell Island

Richmond

Bridgeport Station

  • River Rock Casino
  • Days Inn Vancouver Airport
  • Executive Inn Express
  • Costco
  • Best Western Plus Abercorn Inn
  • Holiday Inn Express Vancouver Airport
  • North Arm Fraser River
  • Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport
  • Comfort Inn Vancouver Airport
  • Bridgeport Trail
  • Tait Elementary School
  • Tait Neighbourhood Park
  • Tomsett Elementary School
  • Tomsett Neighbourhood Park
  • BC Talmey Elementary School
  • Cambie Field
  • Continental Shopping Centre

YVR Vancouver Airport

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
  • Public Observation Area
  • McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver
  • Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel
  • Larry Berg Flight Path Park
  • Sea Island Conservation Area
  • Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe
  • Airport Art Exhibits

Aberdeen Station

  • Aberdeen Centre
  • Central Square
  • Parker Place
  • Empire Centre
  • Aberdeen Square
  • Richmond International High School and College
  • Chinese Cultural Centre
  • Fairchild Square
  • Continental Centre
  • Cambie Field
  • Canadian Tire
  • Richview Plaza
  • Yaohan Centre
  • Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport
  • President Plaza
  • Real Canadian Superstore

Lansdowne Station

  • Lansdowne Centre
  • Lansdowne Village Square
  • Ackroyd Square
  • Ackroyd Plaza
  • Richport Town Centre
  • Richmond Centre for Disability
  • City Centre Community Police Station
  • Vancouver International School of Music
  • Alderbridge Place
  • Parkside Plaza
  • Real Canadian Superstore
  • Alexandra Plaza
  • Landmark Plaza
  • Olympia Centre
  • Connaught Plaza
  • Golden Plaza
  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University
  • Pacific Business Centre
  • PriceSmart Foods
  • London Plaza
  • Richmond Courthouse
  • Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel
  • Vancouver Airport Mariott Hotel
  • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel

Brighouse Station

  • Richmond Public Market
  • Lang Centre
  • Brighouse Square
  • Park Village
  • Richmond Centre
  • VCH Minoru Residence
  • Three West Center
  • London Plaza
  • Anderson Square
  • Richmond City Hall
  • RCMP
  • Richmond School District
  • Brighouse Park
  • William Cook Elementary School
  • Pacific Business Centre
  • Lansdowne Village Square
  • Ackroyd Place
  • Ackroyd Plaza
  • Richport Town Centre
  • Lansdowne Station
  • City Centre Community Police Station
  • Richmond Courthouse
  • Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel
  • Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel
  • Vancouver Airport Marriot Hotel
  • Richmond Hospital
  • Gateway Theatre
  • Minoru Park
  • Minoru Arenas
  • Minoru Aquatic Centre
  • Minoru Place Seniors Centre
  • Richmond Public Library
  • Richmond Secondary School
  • Samuel Brighouse Elementary School
  • Worksafe BC
  • Richmond Olympic Oval
  • Lansdowne Centre
  • Garden City Park

Presale Condos Near Canada Line Stations

Canada Line SkyTrain Map: Complete Guide to All Canada Line Stations (2024)

The Canada Line opened in August 2009 for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Following the Canada Line SkyTrain map, this rapid transit route connects downtown Vancouver to Richmond Centre and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The Canada Line stations serve Vancouver’s west side, Richmond City Centre, and Sea Island.

Complete Canada Line SkyTrain Map Guide

The Canada Line stations include:

Vancouver to Richmond Route:

  • Waterfront
  • Vancouver City Centre
  • Yaletown-Roundhouse
  • Olympic Village
  • Broadway-City Hall
  • King Edward
  • Oakridge-41st Avenue
  • Langara-49th Avenue
  • Marine Drive
  • Bridgeport
  • Aberdeen
  • Lansdowne
  • Richmond-Brighouse

Airport Route from Bridgeport:

  • Templeton
  • Sea Island Centre
  • YVR-Airport

Canada Line Stations: Area by Area

Downtown Canada Line

Waterfront Station anchors the northern end of the Canada Line, providing transfers to the Expo Line, SeaBus, and West Coast Express. The station connects to Vancouver’s financial district and Gastown.

Vancouver City Centre Station serves the downtown retail core and provides access to Pacific Centre mall.

Yaletown-Roundhouse Station serves the Yaletown district and provides access to the Roundhouse Community Centre.

Canada Line Stations Along Cambie

Olympic Village Station connects to the False Creek community developed for the 2010 Winter Games.

Broadway-City Hall Station serves as a transfer point for the 99 B-Line bus route. This station will connect to the future Broadway Subway.

King Edward Station serves established residential neighborhoods along the Cambie Corridor.

Oakridge-41st Avenue Station provides access to Oakridge Centre, which is currently undergoing redevelopment.

Langara-49th Avenue Station serves Langara College campus.

Marine Drive Station connects to the Marine Gateway development, which includes residential towers, retail, and a movie theatre.

Richmond and Airport Canada Line Stations

Bridgeport Station functions as the junction for the Canada Line SkyTrain map’s two branches. The station includes a bus exchange and park-and-ride facility.

Aberdeen Station serves the surrounding shopping district.

Lansdowne Station provides access to Lansdowne Centre.

Richmond-Brighouse Station serves as Richmond’s terminus, connecting to Richmond Centre mall and the city’s downtown core.

On the airport branch, Templeton Station serves business parks and airport facilities. Sea Island Centre serves airport-related facilities, while YVR-Airport Station connects directly to the domestic and international terminals.

Living Along the Canada Line

The Canada Line SkyTrain map corridor has influenced development since 2009. Key benefits for residents include:

  • Direct transit to downtown Vancouver
  • YVR Airport access
  • Bus route connections at stations
  • Growing retail areas near stations
  • Walkable neighborhoods

Development Along the Canada Line

Major development areas along Canada Line stations include:

  • Marine Gateway at Marine Drive Station – Completed mixed-use development with residential towers, retail, and entertainment.
  • Oakridge Centre – Currently undergoing redevelopment to create a mixed-use community. The project combines retail, residential towers, and public spaces.
  • Richmond Centre area – Ongoing residential and commercial development surrounds Richmond-Brighouse Station.
  • Cambie Corridor – The City of Vancouver’s Cambie Corridor Plan guides development along the Canada Line stations.

Detailed Canada Line Station Features

Station Architecture and Design

The Canada Line stations showcase distinct architectural elements. Underground stations from Waterfront to Marine Drive feature platform-level boarding and climate-controlled environments. Elevated stations south of Marine Drive offer panoramic views of Richmond and the Fraser River. YVR-Airport Station integrates with the terminal’s award-winning architecture.

Transit-Oriented Communities

The Canada Line SkyTrain map illustrates how transit shapes community development. Notable examples include:

Marine Gateway Area

  • Mixed-use towers
  • Movie theater complex
  • Grocery and retail
  • Restaurant plaza
  • Direct station access

Oakridge Transit Centre

  • Future residential community
  • Planned park space
  • Retail integration
  • Pedestrian connections

Richmond City Centre

  • High-density residential
  • Office developments
  • Public spaces
  • Retail expansion

Canada Line Investment Impact

Property development along the Canada Line corridor demonstrates transit-oriented growth:

Cambie Corridor

  • Phase 1: Marine to King Edward complete
  • Phase 2: Townhomes and low-rise
  • Phase 3: Ongoing densification
  • New community facilities
  • Enhanced streetscapes

Richmond Development

  • Aberdeen Square expansion
  • Lansdowne District planning
  • Richmond Centre redevelopment
  • Public space improvements

Station Area Amenities

Major amenities near Canada Line stations include:

Healthcare Facilities

  • Vancouver General Hospital near Broadway-City Hall
  • Richmond Hospital near Richmond-Brighouse
  • Medical offices at Marine Gateway

Recreation

  • Richmond Oval accessible from Lansdowne
  • YMCA at Langara-49th Avenue
  • Community centers near multiple stations

Parks and Green Space

  • Queen Elizabeth Park near King Edward
  • Cambie Park connections
  • Aberdeen Park
  • Richmond waterfront

Frequently Asked Questions About the Canada Line

Q: What does the Canada Line SkyTrain map show?

A: The Canada Line SkyTrain map shows 16 stations on two branches: the main Richmond branch from Waterfront to Richmond-Brighouse, and the airport branch from Bridgeport to YVR.

Q: How many Canada Line stations are there?

A: The Canada Line has 16 stations total: 13 stations from Waterfront to Richmond-Brighouse, and 3 stations from Bridgeport to YVR-Airport.

Q: Where can I find a Canada Line SkyTrain map?

A: Canada Line SkyTrain maps are displayed at all stations, on trains, and on TransLink’s website.

Q: Which Canada Line stations connect to shopping centers?

A: Direct retail connections include:

  • Vancouver City Centre (Pacific Centre)
  • Oakridge-41st Avenue (Oakridge Centre – under redevelopment)
  • Richmond-Brighouse (Richmond Centre)
  • Marine Drive (Marine Gateway)
Q: Which Canada Line stations have bus exchanges?

A: Major bus connections are at:

  • Waterfront
  • Broadway-City Hall
  • Marine Drive
  • Bridgeport
  • Richmond-Brighouse
Q: Does the Canada Line have park and ride facilities?

A: Bridgeport Station offers park and ride facilities.

Q: What connections can I make at Canada Line stations?

A: Key transfer points:

  • Waterfront: Expo Line, SeaBus, West Coast Express
  • Broadway-City Hall: 99 B-Line and future Broadway Subway
  • Bridgeport: South of Fraser bus routes
Q: How accessible are the Canada Line stations?

A: All stations include:

  • Elevators
  • Accessible fare gates
  • Tactile surface indicators
  • Platform level boarding
Q: What amenities are at Canada Line stations?

A: Standard features include:

  • Compass Card vending machines
  • Information displays
  • Weather protection
  • Emergency phones
  • Security cameras
Q: Which educational institutions are near Canada Line stations?

A: Major institutions include:

  • Langara College near Langara-49th Avenue Station
Q: What major developments are along the Canada Line?

A: Key developments include:

  • Marine Gateway (completed)
  • Oakridge Centre (under redevelopment)
  • Richmond Centre area (ongoing development)
  • Cambie Corridor (ongoing development per City of Vancouver plan)
Q: What is the fare for the Canada Line?

A: Regular TransLink zone fares apply within Vancouver and Richmond. YVR-Airport Station has an AddFare for trips starting at the airport, except for monthly pass holders and same-day airline passengers.

Q: Are all Canada Line stations accessible?

A: All stations have elevators. Escalator availability varies by station.

Q: Which Canada Line stations are underground?

A: Stations from Waterfront to Marine Drive are underground. Stations south of Marine Drive are elevated, except Richmond-Brighouse which is at ground level.

Q: When does the Canada Line operate?

A: The line operates daily. Check TransLink’s website for current schedules.

Q: What bike facilities exist at Canada Line stations?

A: Bike parkades or racks are available at:

  • Vancouver City Centre
  • Broadway-City Hall
  • Marine Drive
  • Bridgeport
  • Richmond-Brighouse
Q: What security features do Canada Line stations have?

A: All stations include:

  • 24/7 video monitoring
  • Emergency assistance phones
  • Well-lit waiting areas
  • Security patrols
  • Multiple exit points
Q: How do Canada Line stations handle peak hours?

A: Stations feature:

  • Multiple fare gates
  • Wide platforms
  • Additional escalators at busy stations
  • Peak hour directional flow
  • Extra staff during events
Q: What construction is ongoing near Canada Line stations?

A: Current projects include:

  • Oakridge Centre redevelopment
  • Cambie Corridor Phase 3
  • Richmond Centre transformation
  • Lansdowne District planning
Q: How do Canada Line stations integrate with neighborhoods?

A: Stations include:

  • Multiple entrance points
  • Plaza spaces
  • Weather protection
  • Pedestrian connections
  • Local wayfinding


Updated on November 18 2024 by Matt Scalena PREC.