Is the Cobequid Pass free now?
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Is the Cobequid Pass free now?
Effective today, December 16, at 11 a.m., the Province eliminated tolls for Nova Scotia-registered vehicles using the Cobequid Pass highway. “Our government promised to remove tolls on the Cobequid Pass, and today it became a reality,” said Premier Tim Houston.
When did the Cobequid Pass open?
1997
The Cobequid Pass first opened in 1997 to replace the old Highway 104, which ran through the Wentworth Valley and was dubbed the valley of death for the high number of traffic fatalities.
Does Nova Scotia have snow right now?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Nova Scotia.
Can I use my MACPASS at Cobequid Pass?
The Cobequid Pass E-Pass and the Confederation Bridge Strait Pass systems use the same transponder as the MACPASS system. You can use MACPASS with the other toll facilities in the Maritimes if you set up a separate account with them.
How much is the toll from Nova Scotia to New Brunswick?
Most passenger vehicles and light trucks pay $1.00 if using a MACPASS and $1.25 if paying with cash. The cash lanes accept quarters, $1 coins and $2 coins.
Who owns Cobequid Pass?
Atlantic Highway Management Corporation Limited
The section is a public–private partnership; the highway is owned by the Highway 104 Western Alignment Corporation, a Crown corporation of the Government of Nova Scotia, with a toll plaza operated under contract by Atlantic Highway Management Corporation Limited, a subsidiary of Aecon Concessions.
How much is the NS toll?
Toll rates for Nova Scotia toll highway and bridges Most passenger vehicles and light trucks pay $1.00 if using a MACPASS and $1.25 if paying with cash. The cash lanes accept quarters, $1 coins and $2 coins. The coin baskets will not accept dimes, nickels or pennies.
What is the warmest part of Nova Scotia?
The highest temperature ever recorded in the province was 38.3 °C (101 °F) on August 19, 1935, at Collegeville, which is located about 15 km southwest of Antigonish.
What does a MacPass cost?
Passenger vehicle MacPass accounts require an initial deposit of $80 and a $7 one-time set- up fee. Commercial accounts require a $200 deposit and $7 one-time set-up fee. More information on the MacPass is available on the MBA website at www.MackinacBridge.org/MacPass.
How much is a StraitPass?
$40.00
Subject to the terms of this Agreement, SCBL agrees to sell the StraitPass transponder (the “Transponder”) to the User which may be used to obtain passage on the Confederation Bridge. The cost of each transponder shall be $40.00, and is non-refundable.
Does MACPASS work at Cobequid Pass?
How much does it cost to go over the Confederation Bridge?
The toll is currently $47.75 for most vehicles on the Confederation Bridge and $79 for the ferry. Drivers only pay when leaving the Island.
Is the Cobequid Pass privately owned?
The section is a public–private partnership; the highway is owned by the Highway 104 Western Alignment Corporation, a Crown corporation of the Government of Nova Scotia, with a toll plaza operated under contract by Atlantic Highway Management Corporation Limited, a subsidiary of Aecon Concessions.
How long is a MACPASS good for?
Current MacPass cards can still be used through the end of 2020. MacPass is the only tolling transponder currently in use at the Mackinac Bridge; I-Pass, E-ZPass, SunPass, etc., though similar, are not accepted. Customers who already have a MacPass account can still use their cards through the end of 2020.
Can you ride a bike across the Confederation Bridge?
Due to safety concerns, pedestrians and cyclists are not permitted on the Confederation Bridge. To accommodate these users, Bridge personnel operate a shuttle service from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
