New transit route coming to Squamish as summer pilot
Squamish – Starting Saturday, June 16, BC Transit and the District of Squamish will pilot a brand-new, seasonal transit route that will allow Squamish residents and visitors to take the bus to the South Squamish Parks. “Linking Squamish’s stunning parks and tourist attractions to public transit is wonderful news for the community and visitors to...
Ride the battery electric bus in Victoria as of July 23
Victoria – As part of a six-month trial, BC Transit will start using a battery electric bus in regular service on July 23. During the first week of revenue service, the bus is expected to operate on routes 2 James Bay/South Oak Bay/Willows, 4 UVic/Downtown, 11 Tillicum Mall/UVic, and 27 Gordon Head/Downtown. The battery electric...
Canada Day - Holiday Schedules
Global – Canada Day is Sunday, July 1. Bus service levels will vary in each BC Transit community for July 1 as well as the Canada Day statutory holiday on Monday, July 2. If you are not sure what your local service levels are, please call your local customer service (see Contact tab at top...
Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates transit improvements for the Cowichan Valley
Cowichan Valley – Construction will soon be underway for the new Cowichan Valley Transit Maintenance and Operations Facility at 5271 Boal Road in Duncan. When complete, the 4.5 acre site will include parking for up to 50 buses with the ability to expand in the future. The site will also include three vehicle maintenance bays,...
Coming soon: Improved service to the Community Complex
Creston – Effective Tuesday, August 7, the Regional District of Central Kootenay, the Town of Creston and BC Transit are pleased to offer improved service to the Creston and District Community Complex, with every trip on route 1 Town Shuttle/Erickson now serving the facility. To accommodate this change while maintaining well-timed connections, there will be...
Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates transit improvements for Campbell River
CAMPBELL RIVER – Construction will soon be underway for the new Campbell River Transit and Operations Facility at 1235 Evergreen Road. When complete, the 5.7 acre site will include parking for 42 buses with the ability to expand in the future. The site will also include three vehicle maintenance bays, administrative space and onsite bus...
Mount Waddington Transit System celebrates 10 years on the road
Mount Waddington – The Mount Waddington Transit System is turning 10 years old this year, and the Regional District of Mount Waddington (RDMW) and BC Transit are planning a series of celebrations to mark the occasion. “Congratulations to Mount Waddington Transit on 10 years of providing accessible public transit services,” said Claire Trevena, MLA for...
B.C. Day is this Monday, August 6
Bus service levels will vary in each BC Transit community for B.C. Day on Monday, August 6. If you are not sure what the service levels are in your transit system, please call your local customer service (see Contact tab at top right of this page) or check the Holiday Service page (see Schedules and...
NextRide real-time bus location technology rolls out in the Squamish Transit System
Squamish – Transit riders in the District of Squamish are now able to plan their trips more efficiently and see where their bus is along its route, all from their smart phone or desktop. This afternoon, members of the public and local dignitaries gathered at U Siyam Pavilion in Downtown Squamish to join MLA Rachna...
Summer service expansion coming to Salt Spring Island
Salt Spring Island – Starting Wednesday, June 27, bus riders on Salt Spring Island will enjoy expanded summer transit service, which will make it easier to get to the Fulford Harbour and Vesuvius Bay ferry terminals later in the evening. Changes include expanding the Monday through Thursday evening schedules for routes 2 Fulford Harbour and...