Affordable Transportation
Why is affordable transportation important?
Affordable transportation is a necessity to participate in community life.
Did you know that Calgary has a Low Income Transit Pass program?
Calgary City Council recently approved the 2009-2011 business plan and budget that included “continued provision of the Universal Low Income Transit Pass”. Until Council approved the 2009-2011 business plan and budget, the Low Income Transit Pass Program was considered a “pilot” program, funded annually by Calgary Transit’s surplus dollars.
The support of Calgary Transit and Calgary City Council has enabled the continued provision of this important program. Their leadership and willingness to work in partnership with the Fair Fares Action Team and Vibrant have ensured improved access to affordable transportation for low income Calgarians.
How do I apply?
STEP 1: Complete the following Calgary Transit application form:
http://www.calgarytransit.com/pdf/Low-Income-Transit-Pass-Application-2009.pdf
STEP 2: Either you, your legal guardian or trustee must bring the following:
- The completed application form;
- 2007 or 2008 Notice of Assessment OR most recent Health Benefits card with “x” classification (AISH recipients);
- 2007 or 2008 Notice of Assessment for each family member 18 years that live with you and are listed on your application form;
- If you have children, you must show their Alberta Health Care card; and,
- Photo identification.
TO: Calgary Transit Customer Service Centre
224-7th Ave S.W.
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
OR: Village Square Leisure Centre
2623 – 56 Street N.E.
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mon – Fri
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sat
NOTE: If you use Access Calgary, you may apply for the Universal Low Income Transit Pass by mailing the same documents listed above with your Access Calgary number to:
Low Income Monthly Transit Pass Program
Calgary Transit (DT166)
PO Box 2100, Station M
Calgary, AB T2P 2M5
More information is available at http://www.calgarytransit.com.
