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At Vancouver Transit Centre on August 15, 2023, a celebration was held commemorating 75 years of trolley buses. Vancouver’s trolleys started operating on August 16, 1948.

Photos by Michael Roschlau

Angus McIntyre, a dedicated trolley bus driver, took the podium, recounting the journey of these electric-powered icons.

Commuters and history enthusiasts gathered to honor the sustainable transport system that has woven into the fabric of Vancouver.  The event marked a shared appreciation for a greener past, present, and future in the bustling city. Rides on two vintage Brill trolley buses were offered as part of the celebration.

Photo by Michael Roschlau