BC Transit welcomes new buses
Two new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Shuswap Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 21 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to two mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus is equipped...
BC Transit welcomes new buses
Five new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Prince George Regional Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous, and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 21 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to two mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus...
Notice of Victoria Regional Transit Commission meeting
The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) has its next public meeting as follows: Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Time: 9:00 am to 11:30 am Location: BC Transit (Boardroom), 520 Gorge Road East, Victoria For members of the public and media who would like to attend this meeting, please send an email request to victoria_commission@bctransit.com. Please...
The governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in the Montrose Exchange in Abbotsford
Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Erinn Pinkerton, BC Transit President and Chief Executive Officer announced a joint investment of more than $8.4 million to support upgrades to the Montrose Avenue Transit Exchange in the City of Abbotsford. Project funding...
The governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in electrification of public transit in British Columbia
July 26, 2023 — Today, Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, the Honourable Rob Fleming, B.C. Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and Erinn Pinkerton, President and Chief Executive Officer of BC Transit, announced a joint investment of more than $395.5 million to support public transit in British Columbia. Through...
BC Transit announces latest Transit SuperStars from across the province
For their professionalism, teamwork and dedication to public transit in their communities, BC Transit is recognizing six individuals and one team as Transit SuperStars. “The people being recognized as Transit SuperStars are very special to their coworkers, customers and communities,” said Tim Croyle, Vice President of Operations and Chief Operating Officer for BC Transit. “Every...
Province announces changes to BC Transit Board of Directors
Today, the Province of BC announced the appointment of Central Saanich Mayor Ryan Windsor to the BC Transit Board of Directors. He will replace Sooke Mayor Maja Tait, who has chosen to step down from her role on the Board. The appointment of Mayor Windsor, along with the rescindment of Mayor Tait, was made by...
Update on Victoria Regional Transit Commission
By Minister’s Letter, the Province of BC has announced a new Chair for the Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) to replace Sooke Mayor Maja Tait, who has chosen to step down from her role as Commission Chair. Central Saanich Mayor Ryan Windsor has been appointed as the new VRTC Chair, with Mayor Tait remaining with...
Notice of Victoria Regional Transit Commission meeting
The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) has its next public meeting as follows: Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 Time: 9:00 am to 11:30 am (PDT) Location: BC Transit (Boardroom), 520 Gorge Road East, Victoria For members of the public and media who would like to attend this meeting, please send an email request to victoria_commission@bctransit.com....
BC Transit’s Pride Bus now on the road in Victoria
BC Transit believes in equity, diversity and inclusion and wants our customers in the Victoria Regional Transit System to ‘ride with pride’ when they get on our specially designed Pride Bus now through the end of July. Pride is an important opportunity to recognize the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and support equity for all community members who...