Upcoming Changes to Fare Product Sales
BC Transit launched Umo in the Central Fraser Valley Transit System in January 2024, introducing the Umo Mobility app, reloadable Umo cards, and improved fare products. Umo was implemented in the Central Fraser Valley Transit System as part of a 30-transit system deployment schedule spanning the province. Last month, the organization celebrated the successful completion of Umo transit system deployments. With this significant milestone completed, BC Transit is ready to support riders in the next phase of the Electronic Fare Collection System Project. Effective October 1, 2024, BC Transit will cease the sale of legacy scratch-off DayPASS, 10 Ride Ticket, Monthly Pass, and Semester Pass fare products for both local services and for the 66 Fraser Valley Express route.
Upcoming Changes to Fare Product Sales
BC Transit launched Umo in the Agassiz-Harrison Regional Transit System in January 2024, introducing the Umo Mobility app, reloadable Umo cards, and improved fare products. Umo was implemented in the Agassiz-Harrison Regional Transit System as part of a 30-transit system deployment schedule spanning the province. Last month, BC Transit celebrated the successful completion of Umo transit system deployments. With this significant milestone completed, the organization is ready to support riders in the next phase of the Electronic Fare Collection System Project. Effective October 1, 2024, BC Transit will cease the sale of legacy scratch-off paper DayPASS, 10 Ride Ticket, Adult Monthly Pass and Student/Senior Monthly Pass fare products.
NextRide Real-Time Bus Location Technology Now Available
BC Transit has launched NextRide, its Automatic Vehicle Location technology, in the Pemberton Valley Regional Transit System.
New Town Centre Mall Exchange opens
BC Transit and the City of Powell River are advising customers that the new Town Centre Mall transit exchange will open on July 16, 2024.
Heat Warning in Effect
BC Transit is reminding customers that Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for many communities in British Columbia beginning this weekend and extending through early next week.
New bus shelters for Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are happy to announce that 31 local bus shelters are being upgraded over the next month.
New Online handyDART Fare Product Store Launched
BC Transit is excited to announce the arrival of a convenient new way for handyDART riders who travel in the Victoria Regional Transit System to purchase and obtain fare products.
NextRide Real-Time Bus Location Technology Now Available
BC Transit has launched NextRide, its Automatic Vehicle Location technology, in the Quesnel Regional Transit System.
Canada Day transit service across BC
Celebrate Canada Day and let BC Transit get you to all the events safely. Shuttles and free transit are being offered in select regions across the province on Monday, July 1, 2024.
Umo Digital Fares Now Available in Whistler
BC Transit’s Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system is now live in the Whistler Regional Transit System. Umo introduces contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best options for their lifestyle and travel habits.