Seasonal service change for Kelowna
BC Transit and the City of Kelowna are advising transit users of a seasonal service change, effective January 7, 2024. With the return of school classes, schedule adjustments are being made to routes throughout the transit system. Please consult the latest Rider’s Guide for new schedules and for the most up-to-date information, track your bus...
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. We ask that you check with your local service website for updated holiday hours. Service on December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1 could include regular service, weekend-level service, limited...
Federal and provincial investments in public transit infrastructure will better connect British Columbians
Improvements to public transit infrastructure will better connect four communities in B.C. thanks to the combined investment of more than $91.3 million from the governments of Canada and British Columbia, and BC Transit. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, Minister Rob Fleming, and CEO Erinn Pinkerton, these projects will improve the reliability and quality of public...
BC Transit welcomes new buses
Five new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Kelowna Regional Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous, and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 16 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to three mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus is...
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. Chilliwack – The annual City of Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade will take over the streets of...
BC Transit celebrates 21st anniversary of the Santa Bus in Kelowna
BC Transit, Transdev Canada and the City of Kelowna are helping to make the season bright and merry for all as they welcome the 21st edition of Santa Bus. Since 2002, the Santa Bus has helped collect over $650,000 in donations to help support those in need in our neighbourhoods. From December 3 until December...
NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement Complete
The replacement of the NextRide technology that helps provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers is now complete for the Kelowna Regional Transit System. New Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware was installed on buses, improving reliability for transit customers. With this replacement, riders continue to have the convenience of using smart mobile...
NextRide Real-Time Bus Tracking Replacement
The Kelowna Regional Transit System will receive a NextRide technology replacement to help provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability for transit customers. Starting on October 23, new Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) hardware will be installed on buses in the Kelowna Regional Transit System. New digital full-colour passenger information displays will also be installed inside...
Contract Awarded for On-Demand Transit Technology
BC Transit and the City of Kelowna are moving ahead with a new on-demand technology service that will provide more transit options for customers in the Crawford neighbourhood of Kelowna. The contract for the on-demand transit technology system has been awarded to VIA Mobility. This milestone completes the competitive procurement process that began earlier this...
BC Transit welcomes new buses
Four new Light Duty buses are now operating in the Kelowna Regional Transit System, helping provide a safe, continuous, and reliable transit service for riders. The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 21 seated passengers and provide flexibility for up to two mobility aids, such as wheelchairs. Each bus is...