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 South Okanagan-Similkameen, Kelowna Regional, and Vernon Regional 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 lifestyle and travel habits. Once launched, riders will have the choice of using the Umo Mobility app or a reloadable Umo card as their payment method.  

Prior to Umo’s arrival, BC Transit invites riders to learn more about Umo by visiting bctransit.com/umo or attending an in-person engagement event in their community. Please stop by a Umo engagement table and speak to a BC Transit representative about Umo’s coming payment methods and new fare products.  

South Okanagan-Similkameen 

DATE	TIME	LOCATION
Tuesday, February 27	9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	Penticton Public Library 785 Main Street, Penticton
Wednesday, February 28	12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.	Oliver Library, ORL Branch 5955 Main Street, Oliver
Wednesday, February 28	3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.	Osoyoos Library, ORL Branch 8505 68th Avenue, Osoyoos
Thursday, February 29	9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.	The Centre 2965 South Main Street, Penticton
Thursday, February 29	2:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.	Summerland Aquatic and Fitness Centre 13205 Kelly Avenue, Summerland

Kelowna Regional Transit System 

DATE	TIME	LOCATION
Tuesday, February 27	11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.	Lake Country Seniors Activity Centre 9830-B Bottom Wood Lake Road, Lake Country
Tuesday, February 27	3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.	Kelowna Downtown Library – ORL Branch 1380 Ellis Street, Kelowna
Wednesday, February 28	9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.	Peachland Community Centre 4450 6 Street, Peachland
Thursday, February 29	11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	Okanagan Kelowna College – Kelowna Campus – Centre for Learning Building Atrium 1000 K.L.O. Road, Kelowna
Thursday, February 29	2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.	MNP Place (formerly Capital News Centre) 4105 Gordon Drive, Kelowna
Friday, March 1	1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.	Orchard Park Shopping Centre  (near Roots and Peoples Jewellers) 2271 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna

Vernon Regional Transit System 

DATE	TIME	LOCATION
Wednesday, February 28	10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Vernon Recreation Centre 3310 – 37 Avenue, Vernon
Wednesday, February 28	2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.	Village Green Shopping Centre 4900 27 Street, Vernon
Thursday, February 29	10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.	Okanagan Regional Library 2800 30th Avenue, Vernon

Visit bctransit.com/umo for more information about Umo, including video tutorials and frequently asked questions. 

Media Contacts 

BC Transit Communications         

media@bctransit.com