TransLink and BC Transit celebrate Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day
On March 18, TransLink and BC Transit are teaming up to celebrate Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day. This is a day dedicated to honouring the thousands of transit workers who help keep British Columbia moving.
- Transit Systems: Global
- Categories: Corporate
Umo Digital Fare Payments launch in South Okanagan-Similkameen
BC Transit’s Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system is now live in the South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System. Umo introduces contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best options for their lifestyle and travel habits.
- Transit Systems: South Okanagan-Similkameen
- Categories: Innovation, Service and Fare Changes
BC Transit continues forward on the path to electrification
BC Transit continues its path forward to reduce carbon emissions and transition to electric buses, which remain key priorities for the organization.
- Transit Systems: Global
- Categories: Innovation, Sustainability
Learn about Umo, BC Transit’s coming Digital Payment System
BC Transit’s new electronic fare payment system, Umo (pronounced “you-mo”), is coming to the South Okanagan-Similkameen, Kelowna Regional, and Vernon Regional transit systems. In a few weeks, Umo will be launched regionally introducing contactless payment methods and new fare products that improve the transit experience by allowing riders to pick the best option for their lifestyle and travel habits.
- Transit Systems: Kelowna, South Okanagan-Similkameen, Vernon
- Categories: Innovation, Service and Fare Changes, Engagement
BC Transit named one of BC’s Top Employers for the fourth consecutive year
BC Transit recognized for dedication to providing a thriving workplace
- Transit Systems: Global
- Categories: Customer Service, Corporate
Holiday transit service across the province
BC Transit and its partners are advising transit users of some changes being made to service over the holidays in regions across the province.
- Transit Systems: West Kootenay, Pemberton Valley, Prince Rupert, Mount Waddington, Salt Spring Island, Boundary, Columbia Valley, Nanaimo, Smithers, Creston Valley, Shuswap, Central Fraser Valley, Cowichan Valley, Merritt, Kitimat, Hope, Whistler, Bulkley-Nechako, Chilliwack, Vernon, Sunshine Coast, Kimberley, Ucluelet, Powell River, Victoria, Quesnel, Clearwater, South Okanagan-Similkameen, Sea To Sky, Terrace, Dawson Creek, Williams Lake, Kelowna, Agassiz-Harrison, Port Edward, Port Alberni, Kamloops, Ashcroft-Cache Creek-Clinton, Cranbrook, Fort St. John, 100 Mile House, Prince George, Squamish, Highway 16, Tofino, Skeena, Hazeltons, Revelstoke, Elk Valley, Bella Coola Valley
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes
New Year’s Eve service on BC Transit across the province
BC Transit and its government partners will be offering special service for New Year’s Eve in regions across the province, on December 31, 2023.
- Transit Systems: Prince Rupert, South Okanagan-Similkameen, Kimberley, Port Alberni, Kitimat, Squamish, Prince George, Nanaimo, Sunshine Coast, Central Fraser Valley, Whistler, Revelstoke, Kamloops, West Kootenay
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes
Winter weather service impact reminder from BC Transit
BC Transit is reminding customers throughout the province that they may experience some delays, detours or even cancellations during the winter months when road conditions become challenging.
- Transit Systems: Global
- Categories: Customer Service, Safety
Holiday events with BC Transit across the province
BC Transit and its partners are celebrating the holidays with events in communities across the province. From parades and light tours to special events to help us stuff a bus, there is no shortage of activities this holiday season.
- Transit Systems: Quesnel, South Okanagan-Similkameen, Prince Rupert, Prince George, Powell River, Cowichan Valley, Kamloops, Chilliwack, Port Alberni, Creston Valley, Merritt, Kelowna
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes, Holiday Announcements
Additional Friday service in between Osoyoos and Penticton for the holidays
BC Transit and the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen are announcing additional service between Osoyoos and Penticton in the South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System*, starting Friday, December 1, 2023.
- Transit Systems: South Okanagan-Similkameen
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes