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The Transit Strategy, approved by Council in July 2017, reflects the priorities of Edmontonians and will modernize Edmonton’s transit system. It identifies the long-term vision for transit and will guide development and investment in the transit system, a foundational element to building a great city.
The Guiding Perspectives Reports were developed to spur thought and discussion on various aspects of transit's role in building a great city. They will help readers better understand the issues that the Transit Strategy needs to address.
Public engagement to develop the Transit Strategy was completed in 2016.
Prioritize Ideas Workshop Presentation
Highlights Report #2 -November to December 2015 - Prioritizing Great Ideas
Gather Ideas Workshop Presentation
Highlights Report #1 - August to October 2015 - Gathering Ideas
Approved by City Council in 2019, the Transit Fare Policy supports a fair, equitable and affordable transit service.
The policy also provides strategic direction on how to set transit fares based on the 4 approved principles and sets discounts in a consistent manner.
A target for cost recovery that:
The Transit Fare Policy is based on a commitment to affordability and equity. Public feedback will help refine the recommended fare discounts and cost recovery target in the coming years.
Earlier public engagement results show strong support for providing discounts to Edmontonians in financial need. During public engagement, close to 3,900 citizens shared their thoughts about setting discounts for various customers, such as seniors, youth and low income.
We also asked the public whether we should recover transit operating costs in the same range as other similar cities. In Edmonton, 40-45% of costs are covered by fares and other non-fare revenue, as compared to 40-60% in other communities. The remainder is funded by municipal taxes.
Fare Policy What We Did and Heard Highlights