Funding amount
Funding is based on the total annual ridership and the population of the service area (for example, the number of people within 1 km of a bus stop). Contact the Community Transportation team to get an estimate of funding availability.
Eligibility
Eligible municipalities and organizations include new and existing public transit organizations that are currently providing a fixed-route service.
The following organizations are not eligible to apply:
- public transit services in pilot phase
- door-to-door community transit services
- shuttle operators
- taxi companies
- intercity transit operators
- nursing homes
- individuals
How to apply
Applications for the Public Transit Assistance Program are currently closed. The application form will be added to this page once applications re-open for 2025-26.
How to apply
- Complete the application form.
- Send your completed application and supporting documents by email.
There is no cost to apply.
How long it takes
It should take 6 to 8 weeks from submission for the Community Transportation team to review your funding application and let you know if your funding application is approved. It can take longer if more information is needed or if your application hasn’t been filled in correctly.
Before you start
Make sure you have:
- what the previous year’s funds were used for
- what you plan to spend the funds on this year