Four communities in Eastern Ontario are set to enhance their public transit systems through a combined investment of more than $83 million. This funding comes from the federal government, the provincial government, and the municipalities of Cornwall, Kingston, Peterborough, and Trent Hills.
This funding was announced by MP Mark Gerretsen, MPP Ric Bresee, Kingston Mayor Bryan Paterson, and Cornwall Mayor Justin Towndale.
Kingston Transit is adding 13 battery-electric buses to its fleet and improving pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure, including new off-road trails, sidewalks, and pedestrian crossings. The city will also build new transit stations and bus shelters.
Peterborough Transit is boosting its fleet with new diesel-powered buses and upgrading its main transit terminal for greater safety and comfort. Accessible features, such as smooth concrete pads, sidewalk connections, and transit shelters, are also being installed at bus stops.
Cornwall Transit is upgrading the rider experience with new bus shelters, concrete pads, and bus signs in high-traffic areas, while also supporting the transit system with new technology and software.
The Municipality of Trent Hills is acquiring a transit vehicle to support its accessible rural transit program, which provides community members an affordable way to access social opportunities and essential services.
Details of each project can be found in the supporting backgrounder.
