Sliding Scale report coming Wednesday, July 6 2016

The City of Calgary moved one step closer on May 28th, 2016  to making a sliding scale a reality. 

Read the recent media coverage where the province plans to provide $ 4.5 million for the next three years to help with the low-income transit pass.

A sliding scale concept is very much like the boxes in the middle picture. where those that cannot afford the regular fare pay less. A sliding scale will help many more people enjoy connecting with the community by creating a more equitable approach to fares.
 If we want the third scenario on the right; it would mean free transit for all where no barriers exist to ride transit.

Global News, May 28th, 2016

Calgary Sun by Trevor Scott Howell, May 28th, 2016


What's next? 

Now its time for the City to decide how best to use the $ 4.5 million to make sure Calgarians can get on the bus. A sliding scale review was approved by Calgary City Council last September. 

Stay tuned for our key messages of why we think a sliding scale will help create a better city. 

We are also looking for people to come and talk to City Council how a sliding scale might help people access transit. Come and share your story on Wednesday, July 6th, 2016 at the Old City Hall Engineering Traditions Board Room at 9:30 am!