Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. Huge thank you to all Winnipeg Transit operators who keep our system moving throughout the year. Your efforts are truly appreciated!
We’re sending our gratitude to the operators who keep our service going on ordinary days and through challenging times.
Thank you for all that you do.
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It’s now easier to find your way from The Forks to the U of M using active transportation, thanks to new wayfinding signage we’ve installed along the Southwest Transitway Trail.
Earlier this evening, we were informed that members of ATU accepted the contract presented to them by the negotiating committees. We are pleased that we were able to successfully negotiate a new contract for ATU members and avoid a strike.
We thank you for your patience.
Transit users be aware you will likely see an increase in late and cancelled buses starting Monday. ATU, the union representing most Transit staff, is in a legal strike position and has said their members will not work overtime. Check your schedule online
Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. A big thank you to all Winnipeg Transit operators who do an amazing job keeping our system moving throughout the year. We appreciate all that you do!
The use of non-medical face masks is now recommended while riding the bus or using Transit Plus.
For information on the measures we’re taking to keep Transit safe, visit:
A massive thank you to all of our Operators and employees for Transit Operator Appreciation Day!
Remember to share your gratitude for all they do to keep Winnipeg moving
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@sttawrame
Good morning, thanks for reaching out, and for bringing this incident to our attention! We've sent you a DM to exchange some additional information, so we can pass this along to the appropriate personnel for investigation. Please check at your convenience.
Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day! To all our operators who do an incredible job keeping our system moving throughout the year - thank you! We appreciate all that you do.
The use of non-medical face masks is now recommended while riding the bus or using Transit Plus.
For information on the measures we’re taking to keep Transit safe, visit:
We’re celebrating the people who power our service today for Transit Operator and Employee Appreciation Day. Remember to share your thanks
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Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day! A big thank you to all our operators who do an amazing job keeping our system moving throughout the year. We appreciate all that you do!
Today is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. Our dedicated operators do such an amazing job keeping our system moving all year long. We appreciate all that you do - today and every day!
In honour of Transit Driver Appreciation Day, we'd like to extend a big thank you to all our operators who do such a great job keeping our system moving throughout the year. We appreciate all that you do!
Keep an eye out for our Pride Bus! 🌈
Thanks to the amazing support from our friends at PATTISON Outdoor, the Pride Bus will be in service until the end of June.
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We LOVE this
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of Portage Avenue in 1928!
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the Winnipeg Street Railway Company first introduced streetcars to the public in July 1892?
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Let's get groovy and head back to the 1960s for this week's
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!
Pictured at the Manitoba Legislative Building, this trolley bus is bound for Corydon Avenue.
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Transit users be aware you will likely see an increase in late and cancelled buses starting today. ATU, the union representing most Transit staff, is in a legal strike position and has said their members will not work overtime. Check your schedule online:
Winnipeg Transit would like to offer Veterans and current serving Military Personnel free Transit rides today, including one free companion pass.
To ride for free, wear your military uniform or present a military identification or CF1 card at the time of boarding.
Fare-free Winnipeg Transit travel for children 11 and under starts January 1
Le service d’autobus gratuit pour les enfants de 11 ans et moins commence le 1er janvier
If you are sick and experiencing flu-like symptoms; please refrain from riding transit. For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
We are proud to have been a part of ‘Transportation Day’ at Luxton School! Their student leadership group did an excellent job giving their fellow classmates tips and tricks for riding the bus. Thanks for having us!
Our operators are covered by shields that are to remain fully deployed. We ask our passengers to stay back from the shield and move away once fare is paid.
For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
Winnipeg Transit is launching an On-Request transit service pilot project. The WT On-Request app will provide riders with step-by-step instructions. Visit our website for more info:
We've seen a number of posts on various social media platforms sharing a disturbing story, describing an incident on a Transit bus, route 20.
We do not have any reports of an incident such as the one described occurring on any of our buses.
Get home safely this New Year’s Eve.
We’re partnering with MPI to offer the Free Ride program on December 31. All regular
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and Winnipeg Transit Plus service is free from 7 p.m. to the end of service.
Learn more about the program:
Santa is coming to town!
If you're planning on riding with us on Saturday, there will be numerous route detours throughout the day due to the Santa Claus Parade.
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Heading to the Blue Bomber season opener? The active transportation path and new Park & Rides along BLUE are available for fans. Visit our website for more info:
Travelling with young children by bus? Starting Oct. 5, all strollers must be capable of being folded and stowed, to ensure the priority seating area is available for passengers with disabilities.
Learn more:
Winnipeg Transit would like to offer War Veterans and current serving Military Personnel free Transit rides today, including one free companion pass.
To ride for free, wear your military uniform or present a military identification or CF1 card at the time of boarding.
Only use Transit for essential trips, such as grocery shopping or getting to work.
For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
Only use Transit for essential trips, such as grocery shopping or getting to work.
For more information on what you can do to keep Winnipeg Transit safe, visit:
Say welcome to the WINNpass!
The City of Winnipeg’s new low income transit pass program launches today.
For more on who is eligible and how to apply, visit:
A massive thank you to all of our employees for Transit Worker Appreciation Day! Remember to share your gratitude for all they do to keep Winnipeg moving.
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Diesel buses began replacing electric coaches in 1965. As diesel routes expanded, the City began to phase out electric coaches by removing overhead lines.
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@Jon_Lloyd_B
Thanks for your kind words! We'd love to pass this along to the operator. We have sent you a DM to obtain more information. Please check when you have a chance.
@liltayxo
Good morning, thanks for reaching out. We have sent you a DM for more details on the incident, if you would like to proceed in sending a commendation to the appropriate personnel. Kindly send us a DM at your convenience so we can assist you further.
Winnipeg Transit is experiencing service impacts at this time. Passengers are advised to check updated schedules on Navigo prior to travelling:
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Join us for a live Zoom meeting about the Winnipeg Transit Master Plan from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday and share your thoughts on a new rapid network and plans for accessibility.
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Veterans and active military personnel, as well as one companion, ride free with
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today. To use this service, please wear your military uniform or present a military ID or CFOne card when boarding.
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If you are sick and experiencing flu-like symptoms; please refrain from riding transit.
For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
We are grateful to all of our Operators and everyone else at Transit who have kept Winnipeg moving, from one phase to the next.
For more on what we’re doing to keep Transit safe, visit:
Bomber fans taking transit to the season opener Thursday are reminded to wear masks, practice social distancing, and be patient boarding buses. Visit our website for more info:
Heading to the Bomber’s home opener tonight? Please note that the Route 7 park and ride location has moved to the Hudson’s Bay lot at St. Vital Centre. Map and details:
To accommodate the Winnipeg Whiteout Street Party, buses will be rerouted off Graham from Carlton to Smith today from 6-11 p.m. More info: . Please check your schedule before travelling and give yourself extra time to get to/from your destination.
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On January 28, 1891, the first electric car ran the Park Line near Osborne and Jubilee.
In the background, you can see an ice cream shop. This is near the present-day location of the iconic Bridge Drive-In.
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Maintain a reasonable separation between yourself and others, practice good hand hygiene and wear a mask that covers your nose, mouth and chin.
For more information on keeping Transit safe, visit:
To accommodate the Winnipeg Whiteout Street Party, buses will be rerouted off Graham from Carlton to Smith tomorrow from 2:30 pm until the end of service. More info:
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Due to a higher than normal number of bus operator absences today, Winnipeg Transit service to tonight’s Blue Bomber game will be reduced. This may also impact those who regularly use routes that operate to the University of Manitoba on their commute home this evening.
Only use Transit for essential trips, such as grocery shopping or getting to work.
For more information on what you can do to keep Winnipeg Transit safe, visit:
Share your thoughts on the draft design concept for the Eastern Rapid Transit Corridor and options for the Louise Bridge replacement online, or at our outdoor open house June 27. Learn more:
Free Wi-Fi on buses pilot project starts today! 12 Winnipeg Transit buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi and will be travelling on various routes throughout the city for a year. More info:
If you choose to wear a non-medical mask, practice good hand hygiene while it’s on, ensure the mask fits well, and do not share it.
For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
Please maintain a distance of two metres or six feet between yourself and others at bus stops and while riding the bus.
For more information on safe social distancing on Winnipeg Transit, visit:
We are advising Winnipeg Transit users to check their schedules on Navigo today as some routes may experience service disruptions due to a higher than usual number of operator absences:
We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience.
On Remembrance Day, veterans and active military personnel ride free with one companion on
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. Please wear your military uniform or present a military ID or CFOne card when boarding a bus.
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