Calgary Transit asks for $19M to save low-income pass program, facing funding shortfall.

Calgary Transit seeks $19 million from city council to sustain its low-income transit pass program, facing a $33 million shortfall due to lost provincial funding and pandemic subsidies. Without the funding, service cuts or fare hikes may occur. The program benefits riders earning less than $33,000 annually. Council discussions also highlight a $13 million request to cover overall transit funding gaps, with pressures to maintain services without increasing fares or cutting services.

November 20, 2024
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