Region of Waterloo expands Affordable Transit Program eligibility

Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo is investing an additional $120,000 each year to expand access to Grand River Transit services for people living with low income. This is one of the latest investments made through Council’s approved Equity Investment Fund.

The Region of Waterloo has updated its eligibility criteria for the Affordable Transit Program by increasing the income limits by 15 per cent. This change ensures more residents are eligible for the program. 

The Affordable Transit Program provides a 48 per cent discount on the price of a monthly pass, stored value or MobilityPLUS tickets.

“As part of the work to create and action the Region’s Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan, community leaders identified how meeting residents’ basic needs, including transportation, is critical to their health and wellbeing,” said Fauzia Baig, Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. “Expanding the eligibility criteria will make transit accessible to more families and community members, supporting our shared vision for a community where everyone feels safe, and has an opportunity to thrive.”

Eligibility for the program is managed by the Region of Waterloo Community Services Department. Staff at the Community Service Welcome Centres at 99 Regina St. S. Waterloo, 235 King St. E., Kitchener, and 150 Main St., Cambridge, can help with applying.

Full details are available at grt.ca/ATP or call 519-575-4400.

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