Winter weather service impact reminder from BC Transit
As winter weather continues throughout the province, BC Transit is reminding customers that they may experience some delays, detours or even cancellations when road conditions become challenging. The safety of our customers and drivers is our top priority. While our local government partners work hard to maintain the best road conditions possible, there are times...
Spooky safety reminders from BC Transit this Halloween
BC Transit is hoping for more treats than tricks on October 31, with some tips for staying safe on Halloween night. BC Transit buses are a safe place for anyone, including children that may have gotten distracted by all the candy and costumes and may have gotten separated from their group. Some other tips for...
National transit association honours BC Transit with two recognition awards
For an extraordinary multi-team effort in supporting communities during historic flooding and a dynamic campaign to celebrate transit workers throughout the province, BC Transit has been recognized with two prestigious awards by the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA). “These awards are great recognition for BC Transit’s extraordinary response to last year’s devastating atmospheric river event,”...
Heat warnings in effect throughout province for BC Transit customers
BC Transit reminds customers that Environment Canada has issued heat warnings for many communities in British Columbia, with some extremely high temperatures expected through the long weekend. Extreme heat affects everyone. The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors. It’s important to...
Heat warnings in effect in Greater Victoria for BC Transit customers
BC Transit reminds customers that Environment Canada has issued heat warnings for many communities in British Columbia, with some extremely high temperatures expected through the long weekend. Extreme heat affects everyone. The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors. It’s important to...
Campbell River driver key to bank robber apprehension
On the afternoon of June 2, Doug Gallant was driving his Route 2 Alder bus southbound along Dogwood when another driver radioed that something big was happening, with several police cruisers speeding towards downtown Campbell River. At the time, Doug had no idea that within the next hour local police would be marching a robbery...
GradPASS returns to offer Grade 12 students free and safe transportation
BC Transit and its partner communities across the province are once again offering the popular GradPASS program for graduating high school students. Grade 12 students from participating schools in more than 70 communities across British Columbia will be able to ride the bus for free any two days during the month of June thanks to...
New Year's Eve Update
Due to the recent Public Health Officer orders, the Resort Municipality of Whistler has cancelled fireworks on New Year’s Eve and the related additional transit service after midnight. However, free transit service will continue to be offered from 6 pm to 3:30 am within Whistler. Download the current winter 2021/22 Riders Guide here.
Modified service resumption in Merritt Regional Transit System
As local conditions have begun to improve, BC Transit has resumed modified operations in the Merritt Regional Transit System. Service has resumed on Route 1 North End and Route 4 Lower Nicola with a revised schedule. The Route 2 Collettville and Route 3 Diamond Vale have been combined into one route servicing both areas. For...
Route 50 Princeton/Penticton cancelled
Please be advised that the Route 50 Princeton/Penticton has been cancelled for Wednesday, November 17 due to impassable road conditions. On-Request service within the Town of Princeton remains available, and customer must call 250-295-6666 for requests. BC Transit thanks our customers for their patience during this time, and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause....