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 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. The 2011 Budget was agreed upon in November 2010, where the rate of the Low-Income Transit Pass was in fact lowered from the previous year to a flat rate of $40.00 per month. City Council’s leadership and willingness to recognize the needs of low-income Calgarians has ensured continued and improved access to affordable transportation.
How do I apply?
Most applicants are required to apply for the Low-Income Transit Pass prior to August 31st of each year to be eligible for the ongoing, discounted monthly pass. However, AISH recipients do not have to reapply annually. For eligibility requirements, required documentation and location, please download the Low-Income Transit Pass Application or visit Calgary Transit’s website.
Please note, mail in applications are not accepted. Either you, your legal guardian or trustee must apply in person to:
Calgary Transit Customer Service Centre
224 – 7th Ave S.W.
10 a.m – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
However, if you use Access Calgary, you may apply for the Low Income Transit Pass by mailing your application and required documentation with your Access Calgary number to:
Low Income Monthly Transit Pass Program
Calgary Transit (DT166)
PO Box 2100, Station M
Calgary, AB T2P 2M5
Should you require assistance, please contact Calgary Transit at (403) 262-1000 or Vibrant Communities Calgary at (403) 283-2193.
Where can I buy a Low Income Transit Pass?
Once approved, bring your confirmation letter and photo identification to one of the following designation Low Income Transit Pass sales locations:
Calgary Transit Customer Service Centre
224 – 7 Avenue S.W.
Hours of Operation: 10AM – 5:30PM, Monday to Friday
City Cashiers, 3rd Floor, Municipal Building
800 Macleod Trail S.E.
Hours of Operation: 8AM – 4:30PM, Monday to Friday
Village Square Leisure Centre
2623 – 56 Street N.E.
Hours of Operation: 6AM – 7PM, Monday to Friday and 8AM – 11:30AM, Saturday and Sunday
Southland Leisure Centre
2000 Southland Dr. S.W.
Hours of Operation: 6AM – 7PM, Monday to Friday and 8AM – 11:30AM, Saturday and Sunday
