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“Together we ride” - BC Transit launches a province-wide campaign to encourage considerate transit etiquette

Jul 20, 2020
CORPORATE – A province-wide advertising campaign launched today, encouraging considerate etiquette on board BC Transit buses, including the wearing of face coverings (for those who have no medical issues that prevent them from doing so). The tag line “Together we ride” reminds riders that safety is a collaborative effort and endeavors to foster an environment where riders are courteous and respectful.
  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Safety, Corporate

BC Transit putting measures in place to align with BC’s Restart Plan

May 21, 2020
Corporate - Following the guidance of the Provincial Health Officer and WorkSafeBC, and drawing on the best practices of the transit industry worldwide, BC Transit is continuing with many of the safety measures put in place to respond to COVID-19, and is implementing additional practices and procedures to align with BC’s Restart Plan. 
  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Corporate, Safety

A message from Erinn Pinkerton, President and CEO

May 21, 2020
All across our province, whether in our urban centres or our rural communities, you have come to rely on BC Transit to get you where you need to be, as safely and efficiently as possible. The safety of our customers and our operators has always been paramount, and during these times, we are extremely proud to be able to provide transportation that has enabled our frontline workers to get to their essential jobs. 
  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Corporate

BC Transit selects vendor to retrofit full driver doors on existing fleet

May 14, 2020
Corporate – BC Transit has selected a vendor to complete the installation of full driver doors on existing buses in fleets outside of Victoria and the Regional District of Nanaimo. Kodiak Mobile Video Installations will complete installations of the protective doors, produced by AROW Global Corporation, in approximately 34 regional transit system locations.
  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Safety, Corporate

Helping BC Ride With Care

May 7, 2020

Rider and driver wellbeing are top priority at BC Transit — and this means putting measures in place for safe, reliable transportation during unprecedented times.

  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Engagement, Safety

BC Transit COVID-19 updates - April 24

Apr 24, 2020
BC Transit is continuing to provide transportation services customers can rely on as we recognize people still need to get to work, including at healthcare facilities or in other essential service industries, or other activities such as weekly grocery shopping trips. BC Transit places the safety of our riders, staff, and communities as our top priority.
  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Safety

BC Transit COVID-19 updates

Apr 6, 2020

BC Transit is continuing to provide transportation services customers can rely on as we recognize people still need to get to work, including at healthcare facilities, or other activities such as weekly grocery shopping trips.

  • Transit Systems: Global
  • Categories: Safety

BC Transit and the Comox Valley Regional District implement service changes

Apr 3, 2020
COMOX VALLEY – In order to continue offering Comox Valley Regional Transit System customers with critical transportation solutions, BC Transit and the Comox Valley Regional District are making adjustments to transit services as part of our response to COVID-19, starting April 6, 2020.
  • Transit Systems: Comox Valley
  • Categories: Service and Fare Changes