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From small towns to large urban centres, BC Transit connects over 50 million customers in communities across the province every year.

Press Releases

BC Transit
The Umo app.
The modernization of the BC Bus Pass validation process aims to create a universal rider experience.
Aug. 27, 2025
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A close crop in on the front logo of a BC Transit bus.
Accented with more trips, the new policy aims to smooth increased fall ridership.
Aug. 18, 2025
BC Transit
CVRD bus pulls up to bus stop at a curb
The new transit hubs will help improve access, comfort and safety with continued investment in frequent transit services.
May 27, 2025
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BC Transit bus.
The larger, nearly 30,000-square-foot warehouse will help the agency manage the current and expected increase in space needed to support an expanded fleet.
April 10, 2025
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A rendering of the Victoria handyDART center.
The new center will help bring accessible, door-to-door transit service to commuters with disabilities while also supporting the transition to a low-carbon battery- electric ...
March 31, 2025
The West Coast Transit System will take on operating transit services for the Tofino, Ucluelet, Long Beach, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community of hitaću and the Tla-o-qui-aht communities...
March 3, 2025
The West Coast Transit System will be operated by PWTransit Canada, offering transit access to residents and visitors of Tofino, Ucluelet, Long Beach, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community...
Feb. 5, 2025
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BC Transit electric demo bus.
The agency has received funding for 141 electric buses, including 125 heavy duty, 10 double decker and six light duty buses.
Dec. 10, 2024
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BC Transit bus shelter.
The new shelters will have a more modern design and will include new seating and lighting for passenger comfort and safety.
July 8, 2024
BC Transit
BC Transit bus.
The nearly 30,000-square-foot warehouse space will be a central hub to distribute parts province-wide, ensuring efficient public transit operations and providing additional office...
June 25, 2024

Videos

Transit Driver Appreciation Day - Bob
To celebrate Transit Driver Appreciation Day #TDAD, BC Transit is featuring Transit Operators across the province. Meet Bob who is one of BC Transit's Kelowna Drivers.
March 16, 2017
Transit Driver Appreciation Day - Anna
To celebrate Transit Driver Appreciation Day #TDAD, BC Transit is featuring Transit Operators across the province. Meet Anna.
March 16, 2017
Transit Driver Appreciation Day Video - Annette
To celebrate Transit Driver Appreciation Day #TDAD, BC Transit is featuring Transit Operators across the province. Meet Annette who works in the West Kootenay.
March 16, 2017
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This weeks transit update includes videos from Hyperloop One, BC Transit, the South Coast British Columbia Transportation Authority (TransLink) and the Metropolitan Transit Authority...
May 13, 2016
BC Transit Driver Appreciation Day
BC Transit asked some of its drivers some of their favorite stories from the road.
May 13, 2016

News

Spare
BC Transit small green Chevrolet cutaway bus number 2900 displaying 'Welcome Aboard' on its destination board travels along a narrow, sunlit rural road lined with evergreen trees in British Columbia.
The technology is designed to reduce the need to wait on hold to book, cancel or check a trip.
July 30, 2026
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A green and white BC Transit New Flyer battery-electric bus numbered 7503 with 'Welcome Aboard' on its destination sign pulls up to a bus stop, with tall evergreen trees and a grassy area behind.
The new centers will improve regional mobility with more capacity and better amenities for riders and operators.
July 27, 2026
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A worker in a high-visibility vest plugs a CCS charging connector into the receptacle of a white BC Transit battery-electric bus, with additional buses lined up in the background.
The new center will allow BC Transit maintenance staff to train on maintaining emerging zero-emission vehicles.
June 24, 2026
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A row of bright green BC Transit battery-electric buses lined up at a transit yard, with the lead bus numbered 7505 in the foreground and additional units, including one with 'Electric Bus' on its destination sign, receding behind it.
The new facility is where BC Transit buses will be stored, maintained, cleaned and prepared to deliver daily service for the West Kootenay Transit System.
June 3, 2026
Umo Mobility
BC Transit is introducing contactless fare payment on fixed-route buses in participating Umo transit systems.
Riders can tap their preferred payment method on the onboard readers already in place on BC Transit buses.
May 21, 2026
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A BC Transit electric bus numbered 7503 travels along a two-lane road with a grassy median and tree line behind it. The bus is white with a bright green front and roof, which features rooftop equipment consistent with a battery-electric or overhead-charging system. The destination sign reads 'Welcome Aboard.' The front carries a bike rack and BC Transit branding.
The new facility boosts bus capacity, improves safety and upgrades the passenger experience.
May 12, 2026
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A BC Transit double-decker bus.
The new buses will replace older vehicles that have reached the end of their operational life.
May 12, 2026
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A transit worker in a high-visibility safety vest uses both hands to connect a large DC fast-charging connector to the rear charge port of a white battery-electric bus. The worker's arm is visibly tattooed. The charge port door is open, revealing the vehicle's charging inlet.
The upgrade will allow the hub to adopt 10 electric buses once construction is complete this winter.
April 24, 2026
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A close-up front view of a BC Transit bus, showing the agency's white livery with green and dark blue stripe. A bicycle rack is mounted on the front of the bus. Bare tree branches are reflected in the windshield.
The transit center will soon host 16 charging stations and an upgraded maintenance facility.
April 9, 2026
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The image displays the BC Transit logo, the parent company of Kelowna Regional Transit System.
The training bus will help prep the service provider for the 22 electric buses that are to be added to its fleet.
March 26, 2026

Articles

City of Brampton
The government of Canada has advanced the Hazel McCallion LRT Extension into downtown Brampton.
Various cities throughout Canada will use the funding awarded to enhance their transportation networks.
March 25, 2025
NJ Transit
NJ Transit train.
The new collective bargaining agreements include TWU Local 2001 workers at NJ Transit, the first agreement for transit ambassadors at MBTA and CUPE Local 4500 workers at BC Transit...
June 6, 2024
BC Transit
BC Transit launches Umo payment system on five additional transit systems.
The digital fare payment method is now on the Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert Regional, Port Edward Regional and Skeena regional transit systems in British Columbia.
May 9, 2024
BC Transit
BC Transit's Umo.
NJ Transit, BCRTA and BC Transit are implementing new contactless fare payment methods and equipment throughout their systems.
April 4, 2024
BC Transit
BC Transit bus.
The governments of Canada, British Columbia and the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary are working together to improve bus transit efficiency and rider experience in the British...
Feb. 16, 2024
Campbell River Transit System
Campbell River Transit System bus.
Service for handyDART will resume Feb. 7 while Conventional transit service in will resume on Feb. 12.
Feb. 7, 2024
Umo Mobility
BC Transit has launched the Umo payment system on three transit systems
The digital fare payment method is now on the Sunshine Coast Transit System, Squamish Transit System and Powell River Regional Transit System
Jan. 11, 2024
The 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses can carry up to 18 seated passengers and provides flexibility for up to two mobility aids.
Dec. 13, 2023
BC Transit added a total of 22 26-foot light-duty ARBOC Spirit of Freedom buses from seven different transit systems.
Sept. 22, 2023
City of Abbotsford
Sidewalk view of the Montrose Avenue Transit Exchange.
The joint investment from the government of Canada, government of British Columbia and BC Transit will help with the construction of an enhanced transit exchange on Montrose Avenue...
Aug. 29, 2023

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Additional content from BC Transit

VRTS
The image shows the side profile of one of the new double decker buses wrapped in green livery.
The first two of the new buses is entering passenger service now and will serve the region’s busiest routes.
March 17, 2026
Noah Kolenda
The image shows the new BC Transit OnDemand App Store listing on an iPhone mockup.
The new service will replace Zunga bus and will operate six days a week to fill in transit gaps.
March 6, 2026
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BC Transit's Umo graphic.
The agency says riders in the Whistler Transit System will also benefit from automatic DayPASS fare capping.
Feb. 25, 2026
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A Kelowna on-demand bus.
The improvements help facilitate ongoing network and service changes in the Rutland area and support future service expansions.
Feb. 20, 2026
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A man boards a BC Transit bus.
Riders can now pay fares with a contactless card or mobile wallet on the transit services.
Feb. 12, 2026
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A BC Transit medium-duty bus.
Under the new policy, when seating space is exceeded, standing room only will be displayed on the outside of the bus.
Jan. 14, 2026
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A BC Transit electric bus.
Improvements to increase operational capacity at Hardy Street Facility are progressing to the next stage while construction on electric bus infrastructure will begin later this...
Nov. 17, 2025
Powered by Via, ridership in the area has doubled since service launched in April 2024.
Oct. 22, 2025
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A close up shot of a BC Transit bus logo.
The transit exchange features five bus bays with room for expansion.
Sept. 10, 2025
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Lonsdale Quay Exchange pictured with a buss parked inside.
The exchanges will improve road and pedestrian infrastructure and add new bus bays with larger shelters.
Aug. 21, 2025
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A BC Transit double decker bus.
BC Transit will begin to receive its order of Alexander Dennis Enviro500 double deck buses in 2025.
May 28, 2024
BC Transit
BC Transit has introduced its 2024 Strategic Plan.
The plan focuses on expanding responsive and reliable services, introducing innovative service types, improving on-board amenities and expanding transit infrastructure.
May 16, 2024