Three local municipalities are partnering in a new specialized transit service to provide accessible services in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, and Stayner.
The new service, TransitPLUS, will be a door-to-door service serving residents requiring accessible service. The new service is expected to begin in Stayner and Wasaga Beach next month, with Collingwood following in mid December. In Collingwood, the service will replace the current Red Cross service, and the town subsidized portion of cab services.
Riders will be required to register by calling Landmark Bus at 705-446-1196 or emailing ReserveST@landmarkbus.com. Eligibility requirements, booking procedures, as well as service standards for specialized services is available at www.clearview.ca. Registration opens on Oct. 21.
The fare for one-way service is $2 for adults, and $1.50 for students and seniors. Service will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Same day or on-demand service will be offered, however pre-booked rides will take precedence, and same-day calls will be served on a first-come first- served model.
“This is an exciting partnership between our local municipal partners that will enhance the ability to travel for those with disabilities across our local municipal borders,” states a joint press release.