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BC Transit Responds to the Independent Review Panel
VICTORIA – BC Transit is pleased that the Independent Review Panel concluded that, “Overall, transit systems in British Columbia compare very favourably with their counterparts across Canada, particularly in terms of ridership, supply of service and efficiency of services provided.” This reaffirms BC Transit’s commitment to providing efficient and effective services for our customers and...
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Snow Day Advisory
VICTORIA – BC Transit is maximizing staff and resources in anticipation of a snow day in the Victoria Regional Transit System. Due to road conditions, buses may be unable to keep to posted schedules, but every effort will be made to ensure all routes are covered. BC Transit urges customers to be patient and be...
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Your Opinion on Transit is a Priority
VICTORIA – The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) wants your opinion on proposed transit priority measures in the region. The proposed measures include bus-only lane options for Douglas Street, queue jumper lanes at two intersections on McKenzie Avenue and queue jumper lanes at three intersections on Island Highway between View Royal and Colwood. In order...
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Santa Bus is Coming to Town
VICTORIA – BC Transit is getting into the holiday spirit with arrival of the 26th Annual Santa Bus. The Santa Bus is easy to spot with its antlers and bright red nose. Santa Claus will be behind the wheel safely carrying passengers, while Mrs. Claus and a hard-working elf will be treating customers to BC...
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Mediator Called in BC Transit Labour Dispute
VICTORIA – BC Transit and CAW 333 have agreed to mediation. BC Transit believes a mediator can be an effective tool that will assist both parties in moving forward and achieving a fair and reasonable contract. The collective agreement with the union representing 650 BC Transit operators, mechanics and maintenance staff expired on March 31,...
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Family Day Transit Service
VICTORIA – BC Transit and the Victoria Regional Transit Commission wish all of their customers a happy Family Day. This new statutory holiday falls on the second Monday in February and will affect transit schedules. On February 11, 2013, Victoria Regional Transit will operate on a Saturday schedule with no late night runs on routes...
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Langford Leigh Road Service Change
VICTORIA – Effective June 15, 2013, BC Transit is permanently rerouting four runs in the West Shore. The rerouting is expected to take place at approximately 6 p.m. on June 15 as the City of Langford opens its new interchange on the Trans-Canada Highway at Leigh Road. Routes #56 Florence Lake, #57 Millstream, #57X Langford...
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BC Transit Buses Hit by Suspected Pellet Gun Fire
VICTORIA – BC Transit is working in conjunction with Sooke RCMP after buses were struck by what investigators believe are pellets from an air gun. The five incidents – from October 31 to November 5, 2013 – occurred between 5 pm – 8 pm on Sooke Road or West Coast Road. There have been no...
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BC Transit and COPE Local 378 Reach Tentative Agreement
VICTORIA – BC Transit and the Canadian Office and Professional Employees (COPE) Local 378 are pleased to announce they have reached a tentative agreement for a two year deal. COPE Local 378 represents approximately 120 BC Transit employees; including planners and schedulers along with marketing, depot and logistics staff. Ratification of the agreement by both...
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BC Transit and Canada Day
VICTORIA – BC Transit encourages everyone to make the safe and sustainable transportation choice on Canada Day. Whether you are attending a small family gathering or checking out the Island’s largest celebration in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, take transit and leave driving and parking worries at home. BC Transit will be operating at Saturday service levels...