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Celebrate Canada's 150th Birthday with a Free Ride

COMOX VALLEY – On July 1, the Comox Valley will celebrate Canada’s milestone birthday in style, and BC Transit is making it easier than ever for you to get to the festivities. The Comox Valley Regional District and BC Transit are offering free transit service so you can avoid traffic and enjoy the parade and...

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Free Transit Service in Whistler on Summer Weekends

WHISTLER – Starting on Canada Day, transit users in Whistler will be able to ride the bus for free on weekends and holiday Mondays throughout the summer. The free service will kick off every Saturday at 5 a.m., and remain in effect until the last bus on Sundays or holiday Mondays (July 3, August 7...

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Safety Service and Fare Changes

South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System alignment better supports passengers

South Okanagan-Similkameen – The South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System will make travel easier for customers by introducing a new fare structure, rider’s guide and website. Previously, the five separate systems in the region had their own rider’s guide and fare structure. To make things easier for passengers, the local government partners have agreed on a new...

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New Highway 16 routes between Prince George and Smithers start Monday

BURNS LAKE – New transit services will start running on June 19 connecting the northern communities of Burns Lake, Prince George and Smithers. The routes are part of the Highway 16 transit plan and the Province of B.C.’s Highway 16 Transportation Action Plan. “The two new routes will better connect people and communities along the...

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Engagement Safety Service and Fare Changes

Summer Transit Service Improvements Respond to Public Feedback

Kamloops – Heading into the summer, transit users in Kamloops will see service improvements on key routes. Traditionally, summer coincides with lower ridership and seasonal service reductions. Following input from customers in response to service changes last summer, there will be improved service on the following routes that will benefit commuters and other customers: Routes...

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We want to hear from you: Transit engagement comes to Merritt

Merritt – Join us in building a better transit future for Merritt! BC Transit is hosting public engagement including an on-board survey and open-house events. In 2016, Merritt council approved expanded transit services for the community. Proposed changes for implementation in January 2018 include Sunday service, later evening service, a new By Request service, improved...

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Let us get you to the Victoria Day Celebrations - Free fare on route 2 Cumberland

Comox Valley – Take transit and enjoy the Victoria Day Celebrations parade with no driving or parking worries. The Comox Valley Regional District and BC Transit are offering free rides on a Special 2 Cumberland route on Monday, May 22, 2017. Buses will travel between downtown Courtenay and downtown Cumberland, stopping at Driftwood Mall and...

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Free Transit Service on Election Day

Cowichan Valley – The Cowichan Valley Regional District will be offering free transit on local routes and handyDART for the Provincial Election on May 9, 2017. For more information on routes and schedules, please visit bctransit.com/cowichan-valley. Media Contact: Jonathon Dyck, Communications Manager, BC Transit Media@bctransit.com 250-995-5720

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