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Major Investment in Niagara Transit: $128 Million Boost for Ontario's Public Transit

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The Government of Canada and the Ontario government have jointly committed to a significant investment in Niagara Transit, with a total of $128 million being dedicated to refresh the transit fleet and enhance public transit services in the region. This funding will be allocated to support eight Niagara Transit projects, with a primary focus on replacing aging buses and introducing modern features such as real-time tracking and secure payment systems. The investment will benefit over 10,000 daily commuters who rely on Niagara Transit services, providing a more convenient and secure experience.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Government of Canada and the Ontario government are jointly funding eight Niagara Transit projects with a total of $128 million.
  • The funding will be used to purchase 124 conventional diesel buses to replace aging vehicles, supporting a modern experience for commuters.
  • The new buses will feature real-time tracking information, up-to-date bus times, secure payment fareboxes, and cameras to enhance public safety.
  • The funding will also contribute to replacing 30 specialized/paratransit buses, refurbishing three conventional diesel buses, and adding two vehicles to the specialized transit fleet.
  • The Niagara Transit Commission will use the funding to develop a long-term growth plan for the transit system, ensuring sustainable and efficient service delivery.
  • Chris Bittle, Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, and the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario's Minister of Transportation, attended the announcement and highlighted the importance of this investment for the region's commuters.
  • The new buses will be rolled out in the coming years, with the precise timeline to be determined by the Niagara Transit Commission.

Statistics:

  • Total funding allocated to Niagara Transit: $128 million
  • Number of conventional diesel buses to be purchased: 124
  • Number of specialized/paratransit buses to be replaced: 30
  • Number of buses to undergo refurbishment: 3
  • Number of buses to be added to the specialized transit fleet: 2
  • Daily ridership on Niagara Transit: over 10,000

Sources:

  • The Government of Canada
  • The Ontario government
  • [Original news release does not include specific sources, but both governments are credited as providing funding for the project.]

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