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Morning
#CTRiders
! Look who came to visit us at our Tuscany Station this morning!
#HappyWorldAnimalDay
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Happy 40th Birthday to the CTrain! On May 25th, 1981, Light Rail Transit (LRT) service launched in Calgary. Thanks
#CTRiders
for travelling with us for all these years!
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#CTRiders
Two FREE 90-minute transit tickets are being mailed out to every household in Calgary for Election Day Oct 16th! Get out and vote!
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Saying goodbye to our first LRV (light rail vehicle). It arrived April, 18 1980 and has traveled 2,591,230 kms!
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#CTRiders
Did you know that washing your hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds is one of the most effective ways combat germs?
(•_•)
<) )╯wash
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( (> your
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(•_•)
<) )> hands
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#CTRiders
City Council voted unanimously to allow military veterans and their families to ride Calgary Transit at no cost every Nov. 11. :)
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The
#Route116
operator would like to thank folks in Coventry Hills after his bus got stuck on Wednesday morning. He was amazed by how many people offered to help, and one brought him hot chocolate! Their kindness and understanding was appreciated. Merry Christmas!
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#CTRiders
The weather man has lied to me. He keeps telling me winter is over and we will have nice weather. Meanwhile there is a snowfall warning for the City tomorrow with 10-20cm expected. Please dress for the weather and leave extra time for your travels tomorrow morning.
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Our first CTrain car is being decommissioned after 35 years of service!
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Happy Women's Day
#CTRiders
! Did you know It was in 1974 when Calgary Transit hired it's 1st female bus driver!! ♥
#HappyWomen
'sDay
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Victoria Park/Stampede Stn is back in action & the
#RedLine
has re-opened! We know the closure was a bit of an adjustment, and appreciate your support and understanding while completing such a major part of this project. Thank you, Calgary!
#CTRiders
@yyctransport
@calgaryparking
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Moose sighting at Dalhousie station just now! Enjoy nature at its finest but also please keep your distance and stay safe. We have contacted police for our furry friend.
#RedLine
#crazythingshappenduringafullmoon
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#CTRiders
With grades 7-12 moving to online learning, we know many students won’t be using their April youth monthly passes, so we’re extending their validity through May. Youth customers can continue to use your April youth monthly pass until May 31.
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Hey
#CTRiders
37 years ago today Mayor Klein took the CTrain for it's first run. Thanks
@the_buffalodude
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Thank you, Calgary, for taking the CTrain for 40 years. May 25th marks the 40th anniversary of CTrain service in our beautiful city and we couldn’t be happier to keep providing you with safe, accessible public transportation service.
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•CONTEST: MAX’s new Purple, Teal and Orange lines are now in service! To celebrate, we’re giving away 6 months of Calgary Transit passes. Retweet this tweet by noon (MT) on Thursday, December 6 to be entered to win! Full rules & regulations:
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Wondering why some of our
#CTRiders
are wearing the coolest costumes?!
@Calgaryexpo
continues this weekend with family-friendly attractions, events, and fan meetups! To get there, take the
#RedLine
to the Victoria -Stampede Park stn! Visit for more info.
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We are excited to be launching 4-car CTrain service on the Blue Line today (69 St-Saddletowne)!
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Happy 40th Birthday to the CTrain! On this very day in 1981, Light Rail Transit (LRT) service launched in Calgary. Thanks
#CTRiders
for travelling with us for all these years!
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Rolling thru
#yyc
streets up to Sept 6. We'll tweet the routes so you can ride the rainbow!
#yycpride
http://t.co/QmZ1bZ1Pfa
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#CTRiders
- Did you know pets are free on Transit? Dogs are welcome on board FREE of charge as long as you have a leash on them. Other animals can also ride for FREE, but they need to be in a carrier or cage.
#petfriendly
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#CTRiders
I think we all had enough of this weather but our customers make the best of it ♥♥♥ Thanks to whoever did this 💕💕
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"Blowing out someone else's candle doesn't make yours shine any brighter." Stop Bullying, make sure you wear
#Pink
today for
#PinkShirtDay
#CTRiders
#saynotobullying
💗
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Smoking on Transit property is an offense and you can get fined. Nobody likes second-hand smoke or cigarette butts on the ground
#CTRiders
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#CTriders
Say hello to a couple of rascals living up at our Oliver Bowen transit maintenance facility. I've decided to name them Fred and Kaitlan.
#transitfoxes
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After 50 years service to Calgarians, transit operator George Dorn retired today after his last CTRAIN run.
http://t.co/QjjdlvyI5D
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📲We’re excited to launch our new text message safety tool today! If you encounter a safety/security issue, text 74100 to chat with us in real-time, 24/7. For emergencies, always call 9-1-1. You can always tweet us for general inquiries or call 262-1000.
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#CTRiders
Dogs are welcome on Transit but your furry friend must be on a leash. Other animals can also ride but must be in a carrier or cage. Please, no honey badgers.
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Hey
#CTRIDERS
space can be limited on the CTrain and on buses during rush hour. Please be respectful of those around you and be aware of your surroundings
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Did you know? The CTrain has turned 40 today! Calgary Transit is proud to have served our Calgary community for all these years. Here’s to another 40!
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#CTRiders
So Morgan Freeman will be the temp voice of Vancouvers Skytrain/buses. Lots of interest in who could be our
#CTRain
#Bus
voice
@calgarytransit
What's your thoughts. Maybe a Canadian? Kiefer Southerland?
#makeitso
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Three gold medals between yesterday and today! We're so proud of
@TeamCanada
♥ Congrats to Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir, to Cassie Sharpe and to Alex Kopacz & Justin Kripps
#pyeongchang2018
#CTRiders
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#CTRiders
, MAX’s new Purple, Teal and Orange lines are now in service! To celebrate, we’re giving away 6 months of Calgary Transit passes. Retweet this tweet by noon (MT) on Thursday, December 6 to be entered to win! Full rules & regulations:
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#CTRiders
, transit is free this Saturday, May 14, from 7am to 7pm! The
#DashmeshC
is sponsoring transit in celebration of the annual Nagar Kirtan parade in the city’s NE. Wherever you’re headed on Saturday (7am-7pm), enjoy your free ride!
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#CTRiders
rush hour means you might be in close quarters with other passengers, hygiene and deodorant can make all the difference!
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Hey
#CTRiders
#ThrowbackThursday
to 1974. This is 17th Av SW showing the old street scene and 2015 Street scene! Have a great Thursday :)
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This beautiful dog was wandering around Saddletowne. He's now safe with animal services. Anyone recognize him/her?
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Good morning
#CTRiders
! Things we are grateful for today: the sunrise, the breath in our lungs and living in such a wonderful city.
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#CTRiders
#GoStampsGo
Congratulations to
@calstampeders
, our 2018
#GreyCup
Champions. If you're joining them,
@nenshi
et al , at the Grey Cup Celebration Rally in the Municipal Plaza Tuesday from 12-1pm, just take the
#Redline
or
#Blueline
to City Hall and enjoy the party!
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CTRiders Our snow removal team is working really hard to keep up with all the snow that's coming down. Use caution when on the platforms and do not run on the platforms.
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We're celebrating JUNO week in
#yyc
with music on the CTrain all week. Local band
@SteelAndTimber
on red line!
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Hey
#CTRIDERS
going to
@Calgaryexpo
this weekend? take the
#Redline
to Victoria Park and remember to send us you pics of you in your costume with the hashtag
#WeRideCT
for your chance to win a book of 10 tickets!
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Thank you, Calgary, for taking the CTrain for 40 years. May 25th marks the 40th anniversary of CTrain service in our beautiful city and we couldn’t be happier to keep providing you with safe, accessible public transportation service.
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@Crackmacs
Sadly due to the size of a llama carrier and the physical constraint of the doors and train cars, Transit might not be the most advisable form of transportation for a llama.
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If you’re taking transit on March 18 (today), it’s Thank Your Driver Day! Say a physically distanced thanks to your driver or give them a little wave to share your appreciation!
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We’re starting off the new year celebrating with a very special CTrain enthusiast. Happy 9th birthday, Xavier!
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#CTRiders
One of our Customers has found a beautiful black dog wandering around Anderson Station. The dog got on the CTrain at Somserset Station by itself. Our Officers have transported the dog to Animal Services.
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#CTRiders
I'm compelled to call
@StopCrimeYYC
because I have it on good authority that Sunday @ 2:00 a.m. over 1 mil Calgarian’s will be robbed of 1 hr from their wknd. I know that
@CalgaryPolice
will pursue this vigorously but alas, the crime will go unsolved until Nov 4, 2018
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@GiantBlueRing
Yes! Especially for small-town girls living in a lonely world, and city boys, born & raised in South Detroit. XD (Does this answer your question?)
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@NE403
oh my! I wasn't ready for that question on a Monday morning. Where are you waiting and which bus?
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Given the tragic events of this week, Calgary Transit buses are displaying the Lest We Forget message.
#CanadaStrong
http://t.co/wQAph2wLbX
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#CTRiders
The City of Calgary will host a fireworks display at midnight from the Calgary Tower. Wherever you happen to be celebrating throughout Calgary, make sure you look up to see the spectacular show that will ring in 2020.
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We're excited to let you know that MyFare, our mobile payment app, will be available for download on July 1. We will also start front door boarding on that day. Mark your calendars!
#welcomeback
#contactlesspayment
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#CTRiders
rush hour means you might be in close quarters with other passengers, hygiene and deodorant can make all the difference!
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Route 19 was
@TeganandSara
’s main route to high school and hanging out with their friends. To celebrate their new
@PrimeVideoCA
series, we’ve temporarily renamed the route after their upcoming album! Route 19 is now
#Rte19Crybaby
!
@KeepABRolling
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#CTRider
All veterans in uniform or bearing veteran identification and accompanying family members can ride transit for free Remembrance Day
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#CTRiders
: You’ve probably noticed more Peace Officers on our system in the downtown core. Officers are there to help remind customers about the need to purchase a fare to take the CTrain past the free fare zone.
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#CTRiders
It’s Throwback Thursday! Check this ol’school mode of CT transportation we had way back in the day. Can you believe that was 17ave way back when, my how things have changed! All trains are running on schedule. Have a wonderful day!
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Pets are welcome on board for free, but they must be on a leash or in a carrier/cage. Tag us
@calgarytransit
in your pet-friendly
#CTRide
!
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We’re excited to be testing a new system for mobile ticketing. The My Fare app will allow you to pay for and validate your tickets/passes on your phone.
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Emergency Shelter Shuttles will be operating TONIGHT between 21:30 and 03:00. From Anderson, Rundle, Marlborough, and Somerset LRT stations to
@calgarydropin
&
@alphahouseyyc
.
@calgaryhomeless
@cityofcalgary
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Hey
#CTRiders
With the return of the icy weather, remember the following
#SafetyTip
. When walking on slippery surfaces remember to walk like a penguin to avoid accidental slips and falls. Point your toes out and take small steps to get where your going safely!
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Next time you go by Brentwood LRT, notice features of the prairie grain elevator and its relationship to the railway, this design is meant to evoke thoughts of a "prairie village". The design won the Portland Cement Award of Excellence for "Design using concrete" back in 1990
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#CTRiders
- Did you know pets are free on Transit? Dogs are welcome on board FREE of charge as long as you have a leash on them. Other animals can also ride for FREE, but they need to be in a carrier or cage.
#petfriendly
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#CTRiders
, transit is free today from 7am to 7pm! The
#DashmeshC
is sponsoring transit in celebration of the annual Nagar Kirtan Sikh parade in the city’s NE. Wherever you’re headed on today (7am-7pm), enjoy your free ride!
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Ride with pride! We partnered with
@PrideCalgary
and
@pattisonoutdoor
on this fabulous rainbow bus!
#yycpride
http://t.co/7diAjZLnaq
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#CTRiders
, please consider wearing a face covering when riding with us. Showing up in a face covering is a decision to show up for others, including the people around you, your loved ones at home and the essential workers who are working hard to keep us all safe.
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Beginning this month, the free fare zone that runs along 7 Avenue downtown has a new name! Calgary Transit has entered into a five-year agreement with TD Bank Group (TD) to sponsor the TD Free Fare Zone. For more info:
@TD_Canada
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Hi everybody. We are sending out lots of love and good wishes for you to have a wonderful day. You matter to us!
#CTRiders
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@fish50963666
@Late_night_cab
Fish may ride for free but must bring their own bowl and we tank you for that. They are welcome to use our streaming wi-fi at the stations. Gold fish, 12 k and over, must be kept in a secure container. Sharks must wear a muzzle at all times.
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Have a look at the city skyline TONIGHT to see the Calgary Tower light up in red! This is our heartfelt thanks to Transit employees for all their hard work during a tough year!
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Shout out to
@AARCS_Canada
and
@calgarytransit
for their
#PuppyBus
this morning at Anderson station. You can cuddle a gaggle of pyrenees puppies until 9 this morning.
#yyc
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#FlashbackFriday
to when Mayor Klein pulls the CTrain into City Hall Station, May 1981.
#RedLine
only went up to Anderson.
#haveagreatday
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#CTRiders
Remember to
#SpringForward
this weekend–
#DaylightSavings
starts Saturday night. Losing an hour of sleep 💤💤💤
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#CTRiders
There is still a lot of snow out there and its slippery. Our maintenance crews are working hard to clear everything. Please be careful and bundle up as its -21 out there right now
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