If implemented, Burlington wouldn't be the first city in Ontario to do so, as Orangeville is currently piloting a two-year pilot program which began in January 2023.
The purpose of this study is to really get the community's input on free transit and really understand what our community wants, said Catherine Baldelli, director of transit.
We know that if we're serious about giving people the option to take transit, reducing or eliminating fares is one of the best ways to do that, said Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward.
Burlington saw significant increases in ridership after it made transit free for seniors and youths, with seniors' use increasing by 41 percent.
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