Welcome Aboard

This mural by local artist Mariann Sinkovics was commissioned to commemorate the 20 year anniversary of the LRT in Edmonton. It was unveiled in the Central LRT Station on April 30, 1999 by Councillor Terry Cavanagh — Deputy Mayor.

The history of the LRT system contains a number of significant milestones in both its construction and service to its customers, including being the first Light Rail Transit System to be built in a North American city with a population under 1 million.

Emontonians and visitors have taken the LRT to most of Edmonton’s major events since the first segment of LRT opened, starting with the Commonwealth Games in 1978. The LRT also serves as a way to move through everyday activities such as work, school and shopping.

Welcome Aboard consists of depictions of passengers entering the LRT and mingling on the platform. There are vignettes within the mural of the LRT in motion, the Government Centre Station and riders using the LRT system.