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Show Your Election Card and Ride for Free
VICTORIA – The Victoria Regional Transit Commission and BC Transit are pleased to provide rides for registered voters who show their Elections Canada Voter Registration Card on Monday, October 19. “Show your voter’s card as a ticket to ride on transit,” said Susan Brice, Chair of the Victoria Regional Transit Commission. “The Victoria Regional Transit...
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Add Your Voice to the Victoria Fare Review
VICTORIA – The Victoria Regional Transit Commission is asking for the public’s input on their fare structure review. Fare structure reviews are done every three years in the Victoria Regional Transit System and during this review period, the Commission is conducting an online survey and hosting an open house to ensure they hear from as...
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VICTORIA – BC Transit and The Great Canadian Beer Festival are teaming up again this year with the ‘Get Home Safe’ campaign, offering complimentary one-way tickets with entry to the festival. The partnership grew out of a desire to ensure all participants at the Great Canadian Beer Festival could celebrate responsibly and have safe, reliable...
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BC Transit and Unifor 333 Ratify New Agreement
The B.C. Ministry of Finance issued the following media release on September 16, 2015 on behalf of BC Transit: Media Release
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BC Transit and Unifor 333 Tentative Agreement
VICTORIA – BC Transit and Unifor Local 333 are pleased to announce a tentative labour agreement has been reached. Review and ratification of the agreement by Unifor 333 members and the BC Transit Board of Directors will take place over the next few weeks. Details of the agreement will not be released until after ratification....
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Transit Commission Endorses Provincial Transportation Investments
VICTORIA – The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) is pleased to support the new announcements by the Province of B.C. and Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure for future investments in transportation in the Capital Region including highways, cycling lanes and rail. “We are delighted to hear the Minister of Transportation recognizes the importance of public...
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BC Transit and CUPE 4500 Reach Labour Agreement
CORPORATE – BC Transit and the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 4500 (CUPE 4500) have ratified a new labour agreement under the Province of British Columbia’s Economic Stability Mandate. The term of the agreement is five and one half years, to December 31, 2020. It covers 19 full-time employees based in Victoria covering three...
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Santa Bus is Coming to Town and Free Rides on New Year's Eve
VICTORIA – BC Transit is getting into the holiday spirit with arrival of the 28th Annual Santa Bus. The Santa Bus is easy to spot with its bright red nose. Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and an elf will be treating customers to BC Transit holiday stickers, candy canes and festive music. Look for the Santa...
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Bear Mountain and Westhills Service Starts Soon
VICTORIA – BC Transit and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) are pleased to announce transit service is coming to Bear Mountain and Westhills in the West Shore. Effective December 29, 2014 the new Route #52 Colwood Bear Mountain will run seven days a week and will offer 30 minute peak-time service. The Route #57...
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Public Input Invited on Expanded Dogs on Bus Policy
VICTORIA – BC Transit and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) are looking for customer input as they consider changes to the current pets on buses policy. The current policy, in place for more than ten years, allows for pets in secure, clean, hand-held carriers. Certified assistance animals are allowed on BC Transit buses at...