Winter weather service impact reminder from BC Transit
As winter weather arrives in the northern part of the province, BC Transit is reminding customers that they may experience some delays, detours or even cancellations when road conditions become challenging. The safety of our customers and drivers is our top priority. While our local government partners work hard to maintain the best road conditions...
Free transit for National Seniors Day in Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are making it a little easier for Seniors to get around on October 1, 2023. In honour of National Seniors Day, free transit is being offered to those 65 years and older. The free service includes all traditional routes as well as handyDART service. For more information...
BC Transit welcomes new buses
Five new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Prince George Regional Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous, and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 21 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to two mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus...
Free transit service for Senior’s Day in Prince George Transit System
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are providing free transit service for seniors (65 and over) on October 1, 2023 as part of National Senior’s Day. Free transit for seniors will be available all day throughout the Prince George Transit System and this includes handyDART service. For more information on routes and schedules,...
Construction detours to affect transit in Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George is advising customers of some temporary changes coming to the transit system, starting August 22, 2023. Starting August 22, with an expected end date in early October, a portion of University Way will be closed to traffic as the Shane Creek Bridge is replaced. This road closure...
Fall school service returns to Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are announcing a seasonal service change, effective September 5, 2023. To reflect an increase in demand, school trips on Route 15 UNBC/Downtown and 55 Victoria will resume. These trips are denoted by the “U” and “F” trip notes in the Rider’s Guide. School trips for students in...
Contract for handyDART service in Prince George awarded to PWTransit Canada
Effective August 1, handyDART operations in the Prince George Transit System will be provided by PG Transit, a subsidiary of PWTransit Canada. All registered handyDART customers have been informed of this change, which will not impact service. All the information and processes regarding service, scheduling and fares will remain the same. Additionally, the software program...
Summer service change in Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are announcing a seasonal service change, effective July 2, 2023. School special routes will be suspended for the summer. This includes: School trips on these routes will resume when classes return in September. For more information on trip planning, schedules or to sign up for customer alerts,...
Free Transit for Clean Air Day in Prince George
BC Transit and the City of Prince George are happy to announce that transit will be free on June 7, 2023, to mark Clean Air Day and help provide an environmentally-friendly transportation option. The Government of Canada declared Clean Air Day in 1999 as part of Canadian Environment Week. The goal of Clean Air Day...
Free and safe transit for Grade 12 students with GradPASS
BC Transit and its local government partners are once again offering the popular GradPASS program for graduating high school students. Schools in more than 70 communities across British Columbia take part in the program that allows Grade 12 students to ride the bus for free, any two days during the month of June. The GradPASS...