You Spoke - We Listened: Kamloops Transit Service Improvements
YOU SPOKE – WE LISTENED: KAMLOOPS TRANSIT FALL SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS KAMLOOPS – Customer comments received by BC Transit are helping to bring improvements to bus service, effective September 4. • Route 4 – Pacific Way: An early morning trip will be added to get riders to Thompson Rivers University by 6:47 a.m.; • Route 7...
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...
Highway 16 Action Plan: public engagement to begin August 20
On August 20, in partnership with First Nations and local community partners, BC Transit will begin a series of public engagement sessions about the introduction of transit services along the Highway 16 corridor. The implementation of inter-community bus services on Highway 16, stretching from Prince George to Prince Rupert, is part of the $5 million...
No Service Interruptions Expected After Fire
CHILLIWACK – A number of transit vehicles parked at the Chilliwack Transit yard were damaged in a fire Sunday morning that occurred at the recycling site adjacent to the transit facility. BC Transit is in the process of assessing the damage but an early estimate indicates ten transit vehicles sustained damage. BC Transit is making...
Take Off by Bus to Chilliwack Flight Fest!
CHILLIWACK – The Chilliwack Airshow – the annual free festival of flight – returns August 20 and 21 to the Chilliwack Airport, and it`s not just the admission that’s free. Once again, BC Transit and the City of Chilliwack are pleased to provide free shuttle service, so aviation enthusiasts, their families and friends can enjoy...
Bus Security Camera Installation Begins in Kelowna
KELOWNA – Phased installation is now underway of closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras on BC Transit buses in Kelowna to enhance customer and operator safety and security. 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. Several...
Free Transit Service for Chilliwack Fair!
CHILLIWACK – The 144th annual Chilliwack Fair kicks off Friday, August 5, and Chilliwack Transit will help you get there and back without having to worry about traffic and parking. Free shuttle buses will run on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, between Cottonwood Mall and Heritage Park, via Vedder and Yale Roads with limited stops along...
Ride & Seek Adventure with BC Transit this Summer!
GLOBAL – BC Transit has plenty of routes for your next summer adventure! Exploring beautiful BC has never been easier with hundreds of routes across the province and round trips under $7. Whether it’s a fun-filled family day trip right in your hometown or a quest to release your inner adventurer, BC Transit will show...
Enhanced Service for Canada Day
CHILLIWACK – Chilliwack Transit is stepping up to help residents celebrate Canada Day safely, with additional runs on July 1 on the 2 Evans bus route, taking people to and from the festivities at Townsend Park and the Exhibition Field Green Space. Bus rides will also be free on Route 2 only. The extra service...
Special Canada Day Shuttle Bus to Pouce Coupe
DAWSON CREEK / POUCE COUPE – The theme of this year’s Canada Day celebrations in Pouce Coupe is “Celebrate the Queen’s 90th Birthday”, and while there may not be a Royal Daimler to get you there, BC Transit, the City of Dawson Creek and the Village of Pouce Coupe will have a “28-foot limo” for...