A new transit service could be on the way to help commute from rural communities within 100 km of Halifax and key destinations across the city.
The province says they are looking into who may be interested in providing the service to offer “regular, dependable schedules and routes” for daily commuting.
Public Works Minister Fred Tilley says, “Frequent, reliable, and affordable transit service means more options to access jobs, schools, healthcare, and daily needs.”
The system would work alongside existing services, have reasonable fares and include park-and-ride sites.
Tilley adds, “When developing the Regional Transportation Plan, we heard loud and clear across citizen and community engagement sessions that this kind of regional public transit service is needed.”
The plan envisions an integrated regional transit network linking buses, ferries, and other modes of transportation.
President and CEO of the Halifax International Airport Authority, Joyce Carter, says, “We’re pleased to see this initiative moving forward, and we support the expansion of affordable transportation options for Nova Scotians, airport workers, and the travelers we serve every day.”
The deadline for submissions is May 20.
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