Hopping on a city bus right after riding an ONTC bus is getting easier.
North Bay Transit and Ontario Northland are working together on a six-month pilot program to enhance transit services for residents and visitors.
As part of the pilot, Ontario Northland passengers will be able to use their Ontario Northland ticket to access municipal transit – providing a seamless ticketing solution for the ‘first and last mile’ of their journey.
“This initiative represents a significant step forward in our commitment to offering efficient and accessible transit solutions. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this will have on our community,” said Drew Poeta, North Bay Transit Manager.
The pilot program starts on Monday.
“We’re pleased to see Ontario Northland Transportation Commission working with the City of North Bay to improve transportation services for residents. This six-month pilot project will make transportation in Nipissing more cost-efficient for people travelling on the Ontario Northland buses,” said MPP Vic Fedeli.
Officials say they’ll be keeping tabs on ridership data and feedback during the pilot to evaluate the effectiveness of this new service.
Officials say the partnership promises to provide a hassle-free and affordable way for passengers to access public transportation in North Bay.
“We are dedicated to continually improving our services and collaborating with the communities we serve,” said Bob Sloss, Director of Passenger Operations and Customer Experience at Ontario Northland. “This pilot program is designed to make traveling more convenient for our passengers by offering a seamless transition between provincial and municipal transit.”
