Have your say on upcoming changes in the Victoria Regional Transit System
VICTORIA – BC Transit is seeking the public’s feedback on upcoming service changes in the Victoria Regional Transit System. The feedback shared will help identify transit priorities for the community, which will support transit decision-making and future service improvements in Greater Victoria. As a part of an upcoming service change, route 53 Colwood Exchange/Langford Exchange...
Victoria Regional Transit Commission welcomes Government of Canada transit funding announcement
The Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) welcomes the sustainable transit funding announcement from the Government of Canada. While we will need to work in collaboration to determine the details, the VRTC can see the positive impact this funding will have on advancing our vision for public transportation in Greater Victoria. The Government of Canada and...
Organizations in British Columbia collaborate for a safer B.C. to source and distribute one million masks in support of safe, essential travel
Recognizing that we all have a role to play in taking action to protect our communities from the continued impact of COVID-19, particularly with the indefinite extension of public health restrictions, Deloitte Canada is joining forces with leading B.C. organizations including TransLink, OEC Group, Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR), BC Ferries, BCAA, SCI, and BC Transit,...
BC Transit and CUPE Local 4500 new agreement ratification
BC Transit and employees represented by CUPE Local 4500 have ratified a new agreement under the B.C. government’s Sustainable Services Negotiating Mandate. The agreement focuses on improving business services and ensuring fair and affordable compensation. CUPE Local 4500 represents approximately 20 Transit Supervisors and Transit Communications Coordinators working at BC Transit. The agreement includes: For...
Service changes head to the Victoria Regional Transit System
VICTORIA – BC Transit is announcing a service change in the Victoria Regional Transit System on Monday, January 4, 2021. BC Transit works hard to match service with demand. This service change will see minor adjustments to service levels on routes throughout the transit system. Please check our website for new route schedules. As part...
Blast from the past: BC Transit takes double decker back in time
VICTORIA – Bus 9001, the first double decker to enter service in Victoria, has once again hit the streets in its original colours and design as part of BC Transit’s anniversary celebrations. This year marks 20 years of double decker buses in the Victoria Regional Transit System, the first of their kind in North America....
Stuff the Bus event returns to help those in need during the holidays
VICTORIA – BC Transit is pleased to announce the return of the annual Stuff the Bus event in Greater Victoria. The event, which was previously cancelled, will give locals a chance to help those in need in the Greater Victoria region by packing a bus full of goodies. BC Transit recognizes the change in direction...
Cancellation of Stuff the Bus event
VICTORIA – For the continued safety of volunteers and customers, BC Transit has cancelled the annual Stuff the Bus event in Victoria to ensure continued alignment with public health orders. We understand the importance of donations this time of year and although the event is cancelled, we encourage people to reach out directly to our...
Victoria Celebrates 20 Years of Double Decker Buses
VICTORIA – This year marks the 20th anniversary of double decker buses in the Victoria Regional Transit System. BC Transit is acknowledging the impact of these buses on the region, and the forthcoming retirement of the first 10 that entered service, with a number of planned activities. On August 1, 2000, 10 double deckers rolled...
Santa Bus is coming to town!
VICTORIA – Oh, what fun it is to ride on the Santa Bus! BC Transit is excited to bring a little joy to the world once again this year. Folks should be on the lookout for the annual Santa Bus making its way around town in the Victoria Regional Transit System. You can catch a...