Solve real business problems and make a positive impact on the climate.
Transit-Friendly Employer is a certification program offered by TransLink. It recognizes leading organizations for making employee travel easy, affordable, and climate friendly. Through the program, participating employers provide at least a 50 per cent transit subsidy for their employees (with employees responsible for the remainder).
Recognition: With a marketable stamp, employers can differentiate themselves by proudly displaying their Transit-Friendly Employer certification. They’ll also be recognized through TransLink’s communications channels as leading the way to a more sustainable future.
Discover how your business can benefit from the Transit-Friendly Employer certification — connect with us today to learn more.
Support sustainable commuting and climate action
Gain a recruitment and retention edge
Meet your sustainability goals
Gain valuable data to understand your workforce – including Scope 3 emissions
Reduce employer and employee parking costs
More affordable and sustainable transportation options
Improve health and wellness
Reduce personal climate impact
Less traffic and congestion
Address the climate emergency
A healthier environment for everyone
Get certified and join a growing coalition of more than 50 committed sustainability leaders who are providing subsidized transit passes to nearly 15,000 employees.
7Gen
Broadway Subway Constructors General Partnership
Conconi FT Holdings Ltd.
Isetta Cafe
Kiepe Electric Corp
Long View Systems
Lower Mainland Society for Community Living
MineSense
TI Corp
“Employees who have taken advantage of the Transit-Friendly Employer program have told us how much they appreciate it. They feel supported, knowing that their workplace is doing what it can to provide more affordable transportation options. Some colleagues even share a bus ride or SkyTrain trip together.”
Geoff Roberts, Director of Parking, Access, and Commuter Services
“The TransLink Transit-Friendly Employer program is immensely valuable to surrounding communities as well as Rivian employees in Vancouver. Programs like TFE help to keep costs low, reduce traffic congestion and emissions, and provide a safe and efficient alternative to drive-alone commutes.”
Tim Waldrop, Senior Manager, Commute & Mobility Programs
Today’s workforce expects companies to lead on climate action and social responsibility. 61 per cent of corporate leaders believe that sustainability leads to market differentiation and improved financial performance. (source: USGBC)
Labour challenges across Canada and the world are turning recruiting and retention into a competitive battleground. In Canada, 25 per cent of employees cite their commute as a major reason for moving jobs.
At 32 per cent of regional GHGs, transportation is the largest single source of GHGs in the region. By choosing to take transit instead of driving – you’re taking one of the biggest steps to reducing your carbon footprint. A trip on a diesel bus reduces GHGs by 60 per cent compared to driving a gasoline car. A trip on an electric-trolley bus or SkyTrain reduces GHGs by over 99 per cent compared to driving a gasoline car.
We all need to do our part: based on our surveys, two-thirds of organizations in the region have a corporate climate policy. For many organizations, employee commuting is a significant source of GHGs. Shifting to transit is a quick and economical way to reduce emissions. For our part, we’re working towards a zero-emissions fleet.
Today’s workforce expects companies to lead on climate action and social responsibility. 61 per cent of corporate leaders believe that sustainability leads to market differentiation and improved financial performance. (source: USGBC)
Labour challenges across Canada and the world are turning recruiting and retention into a competitive battleground. In Canada, 25 per cent of employees cite their commute as a major reason for moving jobs.
At 32 per cent of regional GHGs, transportation is the largest single source of GHGs in the region. By choosing to take transit instead of driving – you’re taking one of the biggest steps to reducing your carbon footprint. A trip on a diesel bus reduces GHGs by 60 per cent compared to driving a gasoline car. A trip on an electric-trolley bus or SkyTrain reduces GHGs by over 99 per cent compared to driving a gasoline car.
We all need to do our part: based on our surveys, two-thirds of organizations in the region have a corporate climate policy. For many organizations, employee commuting is a significant source of GHGs. Shifting to transit is a quick and economical way to reduce emissions. For our part, we’re working towards a zero-emissions fleet.
To be eligible for certification, your organization must meet these requirements:
Employer provides a transit subsidy of at least 50 per cent* (with the employee responsible for the remainder).
For large employers (200+ employees): 10 per cent of staff must register (minimum six month time commitment)
For small employers: 25 per cent of staff must sign up
* - annual audit applies
We can get you up in running in a few easy steps:
Complete this short survey to get started. Our team will reach out within 24 hours to set up a meeting and work to tailor a solution that fits your organization’s needs.
Once you’re set up, we’ll invoice you monthly.
We’ll provide marketing materials to support the roll-out.
You can adjust your preferences online at any time.
Once certification requirements are met, you’ll receive a digital badge so you can tell the world you’re a Transit-Friendly Employer! We’ll also recognize you on TransLink’s website.
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