Transit System: Comox Valley
COMOX VALLEY – BC Transit and the Comox Valley Regional District are pleased to announce the introduction of weekend service for handyDART riders in the Comox Valley Regional Transit System. The introduction of weekend service is coming into effect with an increase in handyDART service hours by 1,500 hours per year.
handyDART is an accessible, door-to-door shared transit service for people with permanent or temporary disabilities that prevent them from using fixed-route transit without assistance from another person. BC Transit works hard to match the needs of custom transit services across the province.
The new handyDART weekend service will operate from:
- 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday
- 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday
Bookings must be made 48 hours in advance for weekend service. For more information on handyDART services in the Comox Valley Regional Transit system, please visit bctransit.com/comox-valley/riderinfo/handydart.
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“The expanded handyDART service hours in the Comox Valley will help meet growing demand for custom transit services, so people who are unable to use conventional transit can have freedom and independence, connect with family and friends, and engage with their community. We are committed to improving handyDART services. Accessible and reliable transportation for all is key to building better, more inclusive communities.”
Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
“We are really happy to see the handyDart service improved in the region. Increasing transportation choices that we have available helps enable people with disabilities to have more freedom and independence. As well it addresses some of our communities other mobility challenges.”
Bob Wells, Comox Valley Regional District, Board Chair
“BC Transit is proud to provide weekend handyDART service in the Comox Valley. This is another step towards providing our customers with better service to match their needs and exceed their expectations. With this expansion, we look forward to providing handyDART customers with more opportunities to connect with their community.”
Erinn Pinkerton, BC Transit President and Chief Executive Officer
