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
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
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
Umo Digital Fare Payments available in the Central Fraser Valley
BC Transit’s Umo (pronounced “you-mo”) electronic fare system is now live in the Central Fraser Valley 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: Central Fraser Valley
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes, Innovation
Construction set to begin on new Montrose Avenue transit exchange
The City of Abbotsford, in partnership with the Government of Canada, Province of BC and BC Transit is pleased to announce construction of a new transit exchange on Montrose Avenue in Historic Downtown Abbotsford.
- Transit Systems: Central Fraser Valley
- Categories: Collaboration
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 Central Fraser Valley, Chilliwack, and the Agassiz-Harrison and Hope 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: Central Fraser Valley, Hope, Chilliwack, Agassiz-Harrison
- Categories: Innovation, Engagement, Service and Fare Changes
Transit changes will allow for more connections in Central Fraser Valley
BC Transit and the City of Abbotsford are advising transit users of an upcoming service change, effective January 7, 2024.
- Transit Systems: Central Fraser Valley
- Categories: Service and Fare Changes
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