BC Transit welcomes new bus
A new Light Duty bus is now operating in the Comox Valley Regional Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous, and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom bus can carry up to 16 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to three mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. The bus...
BC Transit welcomes new buses
Two new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Chilliwack 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 16 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to three mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus is equipped...
Learn about Umo, BC Transit’s coming Digital Payment System
BC Transit’s new electronic fare payment system, Umo (pronounced “you-mo”), is coming to the Powell River Regional, Sunshine Coast, and Squamish transit systems. In a few weeks, Umo will be launched regionally introducing contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best option for their...
Winter weather service impact reminder from BC Transit
BC Transit is reminding customers throughout the province that they may experience some delays, detours or even cancellations during the winter months when road conditions become challenging. The safety of our customers and drivers is our top priority. While our local government and provincial partners work hard to maintain the best road conditions possible, there...
NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement Complete
The replacement of the NextRide technology that helps provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers is now complete for the Kelowna Regional Transit System. New Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware was installed on buses, improving reliability for transit customers. With this replacement, riders continue to have the convenience of using smart mobile...
BC Transit Launches Umo Digital Fare Payments in the Regional District of Nanaimo Transit System
BC Transit and the Regional District of Nanaimo celebrate the launch of the Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system in the Regional District of Nanaimo Transit System. Umo introduces contactless payment methods and new fare products to the region that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best options for their lifestyle...
BC Transit Launches Umo Digital Fare Payments in the Cowichan Valley Regional Transit System
BC Transit launched the Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system in the Cowichan Valley Regional Transit System. Umo introduces contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best options for their lifestyle and travel habits. New payment methods include the Umo Mobility app and a...
NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement
The Kamloops Transit System will receive a NextRide technology replacement to help provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers. Starting on November 20, new Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware will be installed on buses in the Kamloops Transit System. New digital full-colour passenger information displays will also be installed inside all heavy-duty...
NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement Complete
The replacement of the NextRide technology that helps provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers is now complete for the Regional District of Nanaimo Transit System. New Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware was installed on 59 buses in the Regional District of Nanaimo Transit System, improving reliability for transit customers. With this...
BC Transit experiencing Comox Valley service challenges
BC Transit is advising customers in the Comox Valley Regional Transit System that due to a current labour shortage, we are currently experiencing service challenges. This labour shortage is resulting in the need to sometimes alter schedules and cancel trips on short notice. BC Transit understands the impact these disruptions have on riders and does...