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BC Transit mandatory face covering policy update
BC Transit is updating our mandatory face covering policy to align with the mandatory mask order implemented by the Province of BC. It is required that customers are wearing face covering when on board a BC Transit vehicle. The order from the Province of BC also requires customers waiting at covered bus stops to be...
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Battery Electric Bus Request for Proposals Released
BC Transit is pleased to be proceeding with the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for our first 10 battery electric heavy-duty buses. Heavy duty buses are the regular 40’ transit buses you see in communities across the province. We’re excited to take this step after gathering responses from industry through a formal Request...
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BC Transit announces Transit Superstars across the province
GLOBAL – For their professionalism, teamwork and dedication to public transit in their communities, BC Transit is recognizing six individuals as our latest Transit Superstars. “These people are the lifeblood of public transportation in BC Transit communities, and it’s our pleasure to honour them as Transit Superstars,” said Tim Croyle, Chief Operating Officer for BC...
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Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Concludes November 1
REGIONAL – On November 1, 2020, be sure to ‘fall back’ on your clocks by one-hour for the conclusion of Daylight Savings Time. BC Transit is reminding transit riders to check their local bus schedules before heading out the door. Daylight Savings Time does not aply to the Creston Valley, Dawson Creek and Fort St...
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Government of Canada and Province of BC COVID-19 relief funding to support public transportation
BC Transit would like to thank the Government of Canada and the Province of BC for providing funding to cover the significant additional expenses and lost revenue related to COVID-19. The $86 million in funding for 2020/21 and 2021/22 will help cover the costs of: “Having access to affordable and reliable public transportation is key...
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Reminder: masks mandatory on BC Transit buses beginning Monday
GLOBAL – BC Transit, in alignment with TransLink and other transportation agencies, will be proceeding with mandatory use of face coverings on buses in BC Transit communities across the province beginning Monday, August 24. Accommodations will be permitted for children under the age of 5 and those that cannot wear a face covering for health...
BC Transit to mandate use of face coverings
Accommodations will be permitted for children under the age of 5 and those that cannot wear a face covering for health reasons. We recognize the advice from health professionals, including Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry, has been to wear face coverings when physical distancing is not possible including on transit vehicles. Customers have indicated...
“Together we ride” - BC Transit launches a province-wide campaign to encourage considerate transit etiquette
CORPORATE – A province-wide advertising campaign launched today, encouraging considerate etiquette on board BC Transit buses, including the wearing of face coverings (for those who have no medical issues that prevent them from doing so). The tag line “Together we ride” reminds riders that safety is a collaborative effort and endeavors to foster an environment...
BC Transit putting measures in place to align with BC’s Restart Plan
Corporate – Following the guidance of the Provincial Health Officer and WorkSafeBC, and drawing on the best practices of the transit industry worldwide, BC Transit is continuing with many of the safety measures put in place to respond to COVID-19, and is implementing additional practices and procedures to align with BC’s Restart Plan. As restrictions...
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A message from Erinn Pinkerton, President and CEO
Dear BC Transit customers, All across our province, whether in our urban centres or our rural communities, you have come to rely on BC Transit to get you where you need to be, as safely and efficiently as possible. The safety of our customers and our operators has always been paramount, and during these times,...