New Provincial Distribution Centre Will Support Bus Fleet Expansion
Construction is complete at BC Transit’s new Provincial Distribution Centre in Colwood, a major step toward providing a more reliable and efficient transit service for communities across B.C.
New Victoria handyDART centre opens in View Royal
Today marks the opening of the new Victoria handyDART centre in View Royal. A joint investment of more than $83.5 million was made by the Government of Canada, Province of BC and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission.
BC Transit celebrating Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day
On March 18, BC Transit and our partners are thanking transit workers for their ongoing commitment to providing safe, reliable service for our customers in the roughly 130 communities they serve.
Notice of Victoria Regional Transit Commission meeting
The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) has its next public meeting on Tuesday, March 11.
BC Transit’s West Coast Transit System ready for launch
A new BC Transit service connecting residents and visitors of Tofino, Ucluelet, Long Beach, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community of hitaću, and the Tla-o-qui-aht communities of Esowista and Ty-histanis will officially launch on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Contract for transit services in East Kootenays transferred to PWTransit Canada
Effective March 1, 2025, all transit service in the East Kootenay region will be provided by PWTransit Canada. This includes fixed route, handyDART, Health Connections and Paratransit services.
BC Transit honoured to be named one of BC’s Top Employers for fifth consecutive year
BC Transit has been named one of the province’s best employers for the fifth year in a row according to the BC’s Top Employers competition.
West Coast Transit System transitioning to BC Transit service
BC Transit and the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD) are excited to announce that effective March 1, 2025, the West Coast Transit System, currently operated by the ACRD, will transition to a BC Transit run service.
Accessible Transportation Advisory Committee seeking new members
The purpose of the Accessible Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) is to provide advice to the Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) and BC Transit related to the application of recognized accessibility standards to the Greater Victoria region.
BC Transit to add more Buses and Lower Carbon Emissions
BC Transit has updated its fleet acquisition strategy and plans to add over 900 new buses to its fleet over the next three to five years, all while helping to minimize greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs)