TransLink is the first in North America to introduce wearable payment options 

NEW WESTMINSTER – TransLink is introducing its first wearable payment option as part of our commitment to make taking transit as comfortable and convenient as possible.

Compass wristbands work the same as Compass Card; tap in and out when travelling on transit and reload online, at a Compass Vending Machine, by phone or in person. Customers using a wristband must tap the portion with the contactless symbol. Just like a Compass Card, a $6 refundable fee is charged when you pick up your wristband.

TransLink is releasing 1,000 blue adult wristbands and 1,000 orange concession wristbands December 3. We’re starting with a limited release to gauge interest and will provide more of them early next year if needed.

Wristbands are the latest convenience upgrade we’ve made for our customers. Over the past year, TransLink has also introduced:

• The “Tap to Pay” open payment option which allows customers to tap their credit card or mobile wallet to purchase an adult fare
• Major upgrades to customer information displays for real-time train arrivals and service information
• Improved service announcement audio equipment along Expo and Millennium Lines

Visit the Compass Customer Service Centre at Stadium–Chinatown Station (Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or the West Coast Express Office in Waterfront Station (Monday - Friday 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.) to pick up a wristband while supplies last.

Media contact:

TransLink Media Relations

C: (778) 375-7788

E: media@translink.ca