Have your say about the future of public transit throughout the Cowichan Valley
BC Transit and the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) want your feedback on public transit service and infrastructure priorities in the Cowichan Valley Regional Transit System, and your input is greatly appreciated. The engagement starts today and runs until November 25, 2021. The feedback BC Transit and the Cowichan Valley Regional District receive will help...
Westshore Transit Plan engagement starts today
BC Transit is working with Westshore municipalities and seeking the public’s feedback on developing an updated Westshore Local Area Transit Plan to help shape future service improvements in the Victoria Regional Transit System. This engagement will give the public a chance to provide input to help identify service and infrastructure priorities for the Westshore communities...
Halloween and pedestrian safety reminder from BC Transit
As Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month nears the end, BC Transit would like to remind everyone to stay safe on October 31 and that buses will be ready to get customers to their destinations safely throughout Halloween night. BC Transit buses are safe places for anyone – including children who may be distracted by the excitement,...
BC Transit experiencing service challenges in the Fraser Valley
BC Transit and its local government partners work hard to match service with demand and provide reliable transportation services for customers. The Central Fraser Valley and Chilliwack transit systems are currently experiencing service challenges. BC Transit is actively recruiting transit operators in a number of systems across the province and working hard to hire more...
Celebrating Stan Morgan: Kelowna Regional Transit pioneer
From the first day of service in 1977 right through to 2000, Stan Morgan led the charge as the General Manager for Kelowna Bus and Transportation Inc. in Kelowna. But he didn’t just lead the Kelowna team in title, he was also extremely passionate about public transportation. “My dad started out driving for BC Hydro...
Service changes coming to Sunshine Coast
BC Transit and the Sunshine Coast Regional District are informing customers of regular schedule adjustments effective October 12 in the Sunshine Coast Regional Transit System. Most weekday, Saturday and Sunday schedules are being modified to align with the BC Ferries fall and winter schedule. The routing for 3 Sechelt Arena is being adjusted for safety...
Free transit in Princeton courtesy of the Vermilion Forks Métis Association
In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, the Vermilion Forks Métis Association (VFMA) will be sponsoring the cost of all transit fares within the Town of Princeton on Thursday, September 30. “The Vermilion Forks Métis Association are pleased to sponsor BC Transit rides within Princeton,” said Vice President Ed Vermette. “We will continue taking steps...
Powell River service adjusted to match BC Ferries’ schedules
The qathet Regional District and BC Transit informed customers today that effective Tuesday, October 12, scheduled times for the 12 Stillwater that go to Saltery Bay are being adjusted to match BC Ferries’ Saltery Bay – Earls Cove route to ensure customers can connect to the ferry sailings. Customers who need transportation from Earls Cove...
Free transit on September 30 in Kitimat
In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the District of Kitimat and BC Transit will be offering free service on September 30, 2021 in the Kitimat Transit System. Free transit will be available on routes 1 Whitesail, 2 Nechako, 3 Kildala and 4 Crosstown. The free service extends to handyDART as well....
Free transit in Victoria for Go By Bike Week
The Victoria Regional Transit Commission and BC Transit are offering free transportation for cyclists during Go By Bike Week, from September 27 to October 3. In order to ride for free in the Victoria Regional Transit System, Go By Bike Week participants must use the bus bike racks or show their bike helmet when boarding...