I am a 22 years old Indian student with my place of residence being Vancouver and I soon discovered that the transportation around the city is a huge component of the daily routine. I do not leave my hometown in India without traffic jams. The city of Vancouver has a well-organized public transit, although it is not without its issues. To young adults such as me, knowing what the transit future will hold is not just about convenience but also how affordable it will be, how it will contribute to the planet and how many more freedoms we will have. The transit system of Vancouver offers numerous choices. There are buses, the SkyTrain, SeaBus, and the West Coast Express which serve various sections of the city and its suburbs. During the first week I was able to use maps, schedules and apps to make my way to BCIT out of my apartment. It was disorienting, yet thrilling, too – it turned out that the public transportation does work, provided that you know how. To individuals who do not own cars it is a literal life saver. The Lower Mainland is currently undertaking massive improvements since there is a larger influx of people and we cannot afford to pollute the environment. The future plans are to facilitate the traffic, simplify the movement, and propel trains and buses through the city in a quicker fashion. I am also enthusiastic about the Broadway Subway expansion. Currently the electric buses on Broadway are never empty particularly during the rush hour. The extension of the SkyTrain will shorten the commuting duration and make it predictable. It is everything different to students, young workers and part time workers. There is no longer a need to wait in the rain until a bus comes and to skip classes due to traffic jams. New transit plans have a primary objective of sustainability. Vancouver is interested in reducing carbon emissions, and one of the components of it is public transit. The city is challenging electric buses and a target of zero emissions of the public transport within the next decade. This appeals to me as a green young individual. The issue of air quality in India is huge. This is where I envisage how green transit can clean the air, traffic and make the city healthier. The transit is being transformed by technology and Lower Mainland is not an exception. Mobile applications allow keeping track of real-time schedules, route planning, and electronic payments. This assists such students as I to balance the classes, part-time employment, and social life. Even more integration is awaited in the future: smart tickets, artificial route assistants, and in time predict-buses, which inform you of the precise arrival time. Imagine that you get out of your door, open an application and you know when the next SkyTrain or bus will arrive in the minute. Those kinds of preciseness are life-saving to the busy young adults. Transit is concerned about safety. Security cameras, emergency buttons, enhanced lighting make the commutes safer and the walks of women alone especially those who walk late. My friends who stay out to take night classes or work are confident that transit has safety in mind. The new stations will be better lit, with broad platforms, and secure waiting space that benefit the people with disabilities as well. Students and young workers are concerned with affordability. Transit should be affordable to an extent that it is not wallet-straining. The authorities are experimenting with flexible prices, monthly tickets, and regular rider discounts. In India buses are also cheap but extremely crowded. They are more expensive and comfortable in Vancouver. It is intended to provide quality service without being too costly. Reduction of new fares can also make students, young adults, and low-income residents experience more value and motivate more individuals to drive rather than drive. Transit is being connected with cycling and walking to form last-mile connections. Biking and the public transport are combined because bus bike racks, SkyTrain station lockers, and pedestrian-friendly routes allow people to have two modes of transportation. In my case, where I use bikes to go to school, I find this exciting. It creates a healthy life, traffic jam is minimized, and emissions are reduced – a win to the commuters and the planet. Transit plans are influenced by community. The young adults, students and residents are requested by the local governments to give feedback so that service is improved. Town halls, Internet questionnaires and surveys allow citizens to raise their voices regarding overcrowding, frequency, and accessibility. I have conducted some surveys and it is a good feeling to know that our views can transform our everyday life. Transit planning goes beyond buildings, it is the lifestyle of people, their place of work and movement. Access to adjacent suburbs is also of a huge concern. Burnaby, Surrey or Richmond have lots of young people who require good transportation to school or work. The extension of SkyTrains and bus rapid transit will help these regions to get more connected to the core of Vancouver. This reduces the time of traveling and offers more employment and educational opportunities- critical to young adults that aim at balancing between work, education and social activities. Digital videos ensure enhanced experience of passengers. Rides become easier and convenient with the Wi-Fi buses, smart tickets, and interactive screens. Imagine that you are on the SkyTrain doing your homework or reading rather than worrying about the traffic. Technology enhances ease and increases the standard of everyday life of commuters. Inclusivity is a priority. Transit is strategizing among the seniors, the people with disabilities, and families with children. Transit is accessible to all with the use of elevators, ramps, tactile guides and audio announcements. This is important to students or young professionals who have families. People should have safe and just commuting, and the Lower Mainland is headed towards it. The transit hubs are turning into a community place and not a waiting area. Most stations are currently being filled with shops, cafes, and co-working areas. The youth will be able to pick up coffee, have friends or complete a project as they wait to board the train. These hubs make commuting more convenient, comfortable and communal. Transit also is getting connected with other transport modes. In connection with the public transit, car-sharing, ride-hailing, and electric scooters are being linked. This multi-mod can also enable young adults to plan their trips efficiently, reduce expenses and, instead, not own a car. It is a new lifestyle that the younger generation appreciates and is a sustainable way of life. The future transit depends on resilience. Service disruption can happen due to floods, hefty snow and other climatic occurrences. Authorities have more aggressive infrastructure, standby power, and emergency plans to continue transit operations. In the case of an individual miles away, a good transport system is very crucial. Being aware that the system will be able to deal with surprises will alleviate stress on a daily basis. Education and awareness programs allow the population to make good use of transit. Teaching on efficient travels, safety and eco practices, workshops, campaigns and apps are used to teach. These programs made me manage my way into the system, comprehend fares, and ride transit in a responsible manner as an international student. They accept first time youths to the city. Lastly, transit determines community identity. Vancouver has been concerned with public transport due to its values: sustainability, inclusivity, innovation, and quality of life. To young adults, transit equates to having a city that is more people-friendly than automobiles, more orderly than anarchy, and long-term oriented. Commuting is not just about moving between point A to point B, but it is also a means of assisting in shaping the future of the city. Concisely, the transit future of the Lower Mainland is bright, dynamic, and inclusive. Convenience, sustainability, affordability and safety make it convenient, sustainable, cheap and safe to 18-to-34 year olds. The daily commuting is going to alter with the projects such as the Broadway Subway, bus rapid transit, bicycle connections and multi-modal transport. Transit is maintained in tune with an increasingly diverse population because of technology, community input and inclusivity. To students, young employees and new hires, it is crucial to be aware of such changes. It is important in daily life and the long-term choices concerning the environment and lifestyle. Transit is not simply a mode of transportation, but it is a reflection of the values of Vancouver, a means to a sustainable lifestyle, to be able to acquire independence and opportunity. The transit on the Lower Mainland will be getting smart, more convenient, and greener among youths studying, working, and socializing. Young adults can make the process of commuting smooth and rewarding through changes by adopting them, educating themselves on the technology, and assisting in the planning process. The future of transit in Vancouver is not only a question of infrastructure, it is an assurance of ease, sustainability and community to the future generation.