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City Council Approves Subsidy Increase for Transit Fares

Thursday, 6 April 2023 17:00

By Keasha Maile @turtlepowerlive

The new motion will increase the amount of subsidy that low-income riders receive, going up to about 50%.  

WOODSTOCK - Woodstock City Council approved a motion today to address low-income transit fees. 

Currently, the city offers subsidy plans for riders who are students or who are over the age of 65, offering up to 33% off month fees. The new motion will increase the amount of subsidy that low-income riders receive, going up to about 50%.  

Mayor Jerry Acchione expressed how every dollar counts when it comes to saving.  

'With inflation and everything else the last few years, everyone noticed that saving a couple bucks here or there is important to all of us." 

Woodstock's transit fees do sit much lower than surrounding cities, with a regular rider fee being $2.75. 

Larger cities like Brantford and London see fees a little higher at $3.00 per ride. Whereas riders in Mississauga and Brampton can expect fees to be as high as $4.00 a ride.  

Acchione explained what next steps council is working on to better transit in the city.  

"We want to make it more accessible, and eventually less expensive for everyone."  

The city determines subsidy qualification based on family size and income. If you are looking to apply for a subsidized monthly pass, you can apply online here. 

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