Is Ontario Northland still operating?
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Is Ontario Northland still operating?
Ontario Northland’s Northlander passenger train stopped service in 2012. Ontario Northland currently operates four buses daily between Toronto and North Bay, and one or two buses daily from North Bay to Timmins and Cochrane.
Does Ontario Northland bus have WiFi?
Ontario Northland buses offer free WiFi, electrical outlets, comfortable seating and an onboard washroom facility.
Who owns Ontario Northland bus?
Randy Nickle. Randy Nickle, a resident of Kenora, has a strong business background as an A&W Franchise owner for more than 38 years. In addition he and his wife Lori jointly operated a motor coach agency in Dryden and Kenora making him very familiar with the transportation industry needs of northwestern Ontario.
Where does Ontario Northland stop in Barrie?
The address of Transit Terminal is 24 Maple Ave Barrie, ON L4N 1R7 Canada. View this Barrie bus stop location on a map.
Is Ontario Northland a private company?
In April 2014 the provincial government concluded the company would remain in public hands.
When did Ontario Northland start?
In May 2021, the provincial government announced plans for Ontario Northland and Metrolinx to resume passenger operations between Toronto and northeastern Ontario with a 13-stop route to begin service by the mid-2020s.
Do you need ID to take a bus in Canada?
Do you need an ID to ride a bus? The short answer is, yes. Most bus companies require that you show an ID with the same name on your ticket upon boarding.
How much are bus tickets in Ontario?
Fare Schedule
| Category | Cash Fare | Two-ride cards* |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (18 – 64) | $6 | $12.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $5 | $10.00 |
| Youth (13 – 17 / high school students) (proof may be required) | $5 | $10.00 |
| Children 12 and under | Free |
Is Ontario Northland privately owned?
Ontario Northland is an operational enterprise of the Government of Ontario. An operational enterprise is characterized as a government agency that ∆sells goods or services to the public in a commercial manner (including, but not necessarily, in competition with the private sector).
Is Barrie Transit still free?
Barrie Transit is not responsible for lost or stolen ride cards or photo I.D….Barrie Transit & Specialized Transit Fares.
| Cash Fares | |
|---|---|
| Seniors | $3.00 |
| Barrie Transit connecting to/from GO train only with valid presto card/ticket | FREE |
Can I use Presto card in Barrie?
We will accept PRESTO as a visual pass for free bus travel to the GO train. When connecting to the GO Train, your Barrie Transit ride is free if you have GO Transit ticket or Presto Fare Card and your ride is within 30 minutes of arrival or departure train times at Allandale Waterfront or Barrie South GO stations.
Is Ontario Northland a Crown corporation?
The Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC), or simply Ontario Northland, is a Crown agency of the Government of Ontario responsible for providing transportation services for passengers and goods in northern Ontario.
Are buses free in Canada?
Some cities offer partially abolished fares for certain riders (such as young people, students, and elderly riders), while others cities offer free routes within a transit network, and other cities provide free transit during certain times of the day, week, or year.
How do you pay for bus in Ontario?
How to Pay the Fare
- Pay with cash. All of our buses take cash fares. To avoid delays, please have the exact amount ready when you board. If you want a Value Pass, tell the Bus Operator before you pay.
- Pay with a Value pass. Give the pass to the Bus Operator. The Bus Operator will hole-punch the pass and return it.
How late do Barrie buses run?
The service is in effect from dusk or 9 p.m. until the end of evening service. Passengers can request the Transit Operator to stop at any safe location(Operator discretion) along a route.
Is Barrie transit still free?
Do PRESTO funds expire?
The date on the back of the card is the date the card was manufactured. Some older cards have an expiry date, but PRESTO cards no longer expire. You may continue to use your card even after the indicated expiry date and your balance will remain on the card.
Who is the owner of Link bus?
Mr. Solomon Nsimire
Owing to steady growth in business operations, Mr. Solomon Nsimire and his wife, Mrs. Beatrice Nsimire founded and registered Link Bus Services Limited under the laws of Republic of Uganda.
