Came across this video on transit open data through GOOD magazine’s website. While it’s sponsored by IBM, i thought it was worth sharing.  The video provides a good introduction to the powerful combination of open data and transit that is being explored in Portland OR.  Here’s hoping that  Vancouver’s Translink catches on,

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-uoyjSjp_E

Imagine being able to travel around your city with public transit information literally at your fingertips. Today this is a reality in Portland Oregon, thanks to TriMet transportation system, a new leader in data sharing. By making data on public transit available and accessible to its many tech-savvy riders, TriMet has allowed for the creation of over 35 phone applications since 2005 — all of which are designed to create a more informed user experience. We meet the people behind this creative new approach to transit data sharing, and see how this system makes daily commuting around Portland that much more efficient and enjoyable!