New buses arrive in BC Transit communities
Corporate – New buses have started to arrive in communities across the Province. Two different models will be delivered – the ARBOC Spirit of Mobility buses will replace buses in the current fleet, while the 30 and 35-foot Vicinity buses will expand the fleet size in select communities. “Investing in public transit infrastructure is key...
Groundbreaking ceremony celebrates transit improvements for Campbell River
CAMPBELL RIVER – Construction will soon be underway for the new Campbell River Transit and Operations Facility at 1235 Evergreen Road. When complete, the 5.7 acre site will include parking for 42 buses with the ability to expand in the future. The site will also include three vehicle maintenance bays, administrative space and onsite bus...
Free fare to Children's Health Fair
Campbell River – On Friday, April 20, families will be able to ride the Campbell River Transit System for free to take their kids to the Children’s Health Fair. The free fare will be valid between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. and will apply to parents, grandparents or legal guardians travelling with a child six...
Time Change - March 11
Please be advised that BC Transit communities in British Columbia (excluding Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, and the Creston Valley) will move clocks forward one hour on Sunday, March 11 at 2 am for Canada’s daylight savings time. We ask customers to please plan ahead to take the time change into account this weekend. If...
Transit over the Holidays
Campbell River – The City of Campbell River and BC Transit are getting into the spirit of the season with a number of seasonal service updates. New Year’s Eve The City of Campbell River and BC Transit are also encouraging everyone to make the safe choice with free rides after 6:45 p.m. on New Year’s...
Free Transit Rides for Graduates
CORPORATE – A record number of BC Transit communities are helping high school graduates celebrate their accomplishments with GradPASS. The special pass offers two days of free, unlimited transit travel during the month of June. A total of 21,500 GradPASS cards will be given to Grade 12 students in communities in 21 BC Transit systems....
Free evening service in Campbell River on New Year's Eve
Campbell River – To help everyone enjoy New Year’s Eve festivities safely, on Sunday, December 31, the City of Campbell River and BC Transit will be offering special evening service on most routes, free of charge. The free New Year’s Eve service will apply from 6:35 p.m. to 2:45 a.m. to help celebrants to get...
Lights Tour returns to Campbell River this holiday season
Campbell River – The City of Campbell River and BC Transit are pleased to participate in the traditional Lights Tour on Sunday, December 10. Coordinated by the Willow Point Lions Club, the tour is a convenient, comfortable way to experience the beauty of Campbell River during the holiday season. This year, the Lights Tour bus...
Site selected for new Campbell River transit operations and maintenance facility
Campbell River – A site has been selected for the new BC Transit operations and maintenance facility in Campbell River, at 1150 Evergreen Road. The proposed new building will include features to support the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology. The centrality of the new location provides excellent access to key transportation corridors for...
New buses arriving in Campbell River
Campbell River – Three new BC Transit Vicinity buses are coming to Campbell River this summer. “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. “We anticipate the inclusion of CCTV cameras on these buses will...