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Customers advised of upcoming fare increases; part of long-term strategy to enhance transit options

Public transit helps connect people to employment and educational opportunities; supports travel to shopping, dining and tourism destinations; and ensures all residents have access to essential mobility services across the Region.

To continue to enhance the value of public transit for customers, Durham Region Transit is advising of a 10-cent base fare increase when paying with PRESTO, effective July 1.

When: Effective July 1, single-ride PRESTO fares will increase to the following:

• Adult:  $3.35

Highlights from the June 2023 Transit Executive Committee Meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On June 7, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• DRT recognized at accessibility conference: On June 3, the Accessible Durham Conference recognized DRT for helping to improve accessibility throughout Durham Region. This acknowledges our programs and services, such as technology and equipment to make transit vehicles and infrastructure accessible; or...

Highlights from the May 2023 Transit Executive Committee Meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On May 3, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• Key features of electric buses: DRT is planning its transition to a zero-emission transit fleet, a key part of the E-Mission Zero program, which supports the Region’s Corporate Climate Change Action Plan. In April, DRT hosted project partners to celebrate financial agreements in support of its electric...

Contactless debit card payment now available on Durham Region Transit

Whitby, Ontario – Following the successful launch of contactless credit card payments in January, Durham Region Transit (DRT) is now pleased to accept contactless debit card payment.

Customers can pay fare by tapping a PRESTO card, debit card or credit card, including cards linked to smartphones and smartwatches.

Payments made by credit or debit card are equal to the adult cash fare cost of riding Durham Region Transit.

When: Beginning May 2, 2023.

Where: Customers boarding DRT vehicles equipped with...

Durham Region Transit and partners announce funding agreements in support of electric buses

From left to right: John Henry, Regional Chair and CEO; Brian Reilly, Director, Investments, Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB); Marilyn Crawford, Deputy Mayor for the Town of Ajax and Chair of the Transit Executive Committee for Durham Regional Council; Doug Proska, Managing Director, EnerFORGE; Mylene Tassy, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Nova Bus; Bill Holmes, General Manager of Durham Region Transit.

Whitby, Ontario – On April 26, Durham Region Transit (DRT) welcomed announcements from...