Hope Report Shows Positive Support for Transit Service
Positive support for the proposed transit service was the key highlight of a recent engagement campaign undertaken by BC Transit and its partners in November 2016. “Expanding service to the District of Hope and other surrounding communities has been identified as a priority by local residents and it is great to see progress moving toward...
Give Your Feedback on the Fraser Valley Express
FRASER VALLEY – BC Transit and the Fraser Valley Regional District are reaching out to riders of the #66FVX (Fraser Valley Express) to seek feedback on this popular commuter service. Launched on April 6, 2015, this new route that connects Chilliwack, Abbotsford and Langley, has continued to see ridership growth. Now, after six months of...
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....
Transit Driver Appreciation Day
CENTRAL FRASER VALLEY – March 18, 2015 is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. BC Transit, Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD), City of Abbotsford and City of Chilliwack are celebrating by saluting some of the extraordinary men and women who go the extra mile (kilometer) to safely provide exceptional customer service. Why March 18? It is believed...
Transit holiday schedules released: Chilliwack, FVX, Agassiz-Harrison and Hope
Chilliwack – Transit users should be advised of the following holiday service schedule for Chilliwack, Agassiz-Harrison, Hope and the Fraser Valley Express (FVX): December 24 – 26 Chilliwack, FVX Sunday-level service Agassiz-Harrison, Hope No service December 27 – 30 Regular service December 31 Chilliwack, FVX Regular Sunday service Agassiz-Harrison, Hope No service January 1 Chilliwack,...
Hop on the bus for free to get to the Christmas parade
CHILLIWACK – This year, the City of Chilliwack and BC Transit are making it easier for people to enjoy the Chilliwack Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 2. Starting at 3:00 p.m. and until end of day, passengers will be able to ride for free on all routes. To help everyone to get to and from...
New bus route coming to Chilliwack this fall
CHILLIWACK – Starting September 5, it will be easier for transit users in Chilliwack to get around, thanks to an expansion to transit service in the community. This expansion is possible due to the addition of 4,800 new service hours, funded by the Province of B.C. and the City of Chilliwack. Service changes will include...
New buses arriving in Chilliwack
Chilliwack– Three new BC Transit Vicinity buses are arriving in Chilliwack to support system expansion. One bus will arrive this summer, and two will arrive in 2018. “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....
Introducing Sunday service to the Fraser Valley Express
Fraser Valley – Bus riders in the Central Fraser Valley and Chilliwack will soon be able to take advantage of the convenience and efficiency of route 66 Fraser Valley Express (FVX) on Sundays and holidays. Starting September 3, the FVX will offer four round trips on Sundays and holidays, with the first morning trip leaving...
Ride the Bus for Free on Canada's 150th Birthday
CHILLIWACK – To celebrate Canada Day, the City of Chilliwack and BC Transit are offering free service on all Chilliwack Transit routes on July 1, making it easier to get to and from the festivities at Townsend Park and Evergreen Hall. There will also be additional buses on route 2 Evans throughout the day, with...