Transit holiday schedules released: Chilliwack, FVX, Agassiz-Harrison and Hope
Chilliwack – Transit users should be advised of the following holiday service schedule for Chilliwack, Agassiz-Harrison, Hope and the Fraser Valley Express (FVX): December 24 – 26 Chilliwack, FVX Sunday-level service Agassiz-Harrison, Hope No service December 27 – 30 Regular service December 31 Chilliwack, FVX Regular Sunday service Agassiz-Harrison, Hope No service January 1 Chilliwack,...
Hop on the bus for free to get to the Christmas parade
CHILLIWACK – This year, the City of Chilliwack and BC Transit are making it easier for people to enjoy the Chilliwack Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 2. Starting at 3:00 p.m. and until end of day, passengers will be able to ride for free on all routes. To help everyone to get to and from...
New bus route coming to Chilliwack this fall
CHILLIWACK – Starting September 5, it will be easier for transit users in Chilliwack to get around, thanks to an expansion to transit service in the community. This expansion is possible due to the addition of 4,800 new service hours, funded by the Province of B.C. and the City of Chilliwack. Service changes will include...
New buses arriving in Chilliwack
Chilliwack– Three new BC Transit Vicinity buses are arriving in Chilliwack to support system expansion. One bus will arrive this summer, and two will arrive in 2018. “Our government is committed to investing in transit – it makes services accessible and life more affordable for British Columbians,” said Claire Trevena, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure....
Introducing Sunday service to the Fraser Valley Express
Fraser Valley – Bus riders in the Central Fraser Valley and Chilliwack will soon be able to take advantage of the convenience and efficiency of route 66 Fraser Valley Express (FVX) on Sundays and holidays. Starting September 3, the FVX will offer four round trips on Sundays and holidays, with the first morning trip leaving...
Ride the Bus for Free on Canada's 150th Birthday
CHILLIWACK – To celebrate Canada Day, the City of Chilliwack and BC Transit are offering free service on all Chilliwack Transit routes on July 1, making it easier to get to and from the festivities at Townsend Park and Evergreen Hall. There will also be additional buses on route 2 Evans throughout the day, with...
Implementation Planning Begins for Transit to Hope
Hope – Implementation work has begun for a dedicated transit route to the Hope region. The new route, which will include a connection to the Agassiz-Harrison service, will depart four times a day, six days a week. The new route is proposed to travel through the community of Hope, Silver Creek, and travel down the...
Bus security camera installation begins in Chilliwack
Chilliwack – Phased installation is now underway of closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras on 10 BC Transit buses in Chilliwack. All medium- and heavy-duty buses acquired after 2005 will have the cameras installed, and new buses, 27 feet and longer, will be delivered with the cameras already factory-installed. A one-year evaluation (proof-of-concept) program was completed in...
Transit Engagement Comes to Chilliwack
Chilliwack – Join us in building a better Transit Future for Chilliwack! BC Transit and the City of Chilliwack are hosting a public engagement process that will include both online and in-person opportunities to participate. The City of Chilliwack recently approved a plan for transit service expansion over the next three years. This is your...
Limited Buses in Chilliwack to Utilize Security Cameras
CHILLIWACK – BC Transit is temporarily re-positioning 10 buses to Chilliwack to replace those damaged by fire over the weekend. Two of the re-positioned buses are equipped with closed-circuit TV (CCTV) security systems. CCTV systems have been installed on some buses in Victoria and Kamloops for a year-long trial period, and installation is underway for...