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BC Transit and the Capital Regional District have completed this plan. Review the engagement summary here and the final plan here.
Thanks to all who shared their thoughts on the future of transit service on Salt Spring Island! We appreciate your commitment to make transit better in your community
What is a Transit Future Service Plan?
A planning document that identifies improvements to transit services and describes the path to implement those improvements. The plan typically focuses on changes to be made in the short to medium term.
BC Transit and the Capital Regional District have completed this plan. Review the engagement summary here and the final plan here.
Thanks to all who shared their thoughts on the future of transit service on Salt Spring Island! We appreciate your commitment to make transit better in your community
What is a Transit Future Service Plan?
A planning document that identifies improvements to transit services and describes the path to implement those improvements. The plan typically focuses on changes to be made in the short to medium term.
Use this space to discuss what you love about Salt Spring Island Transit or what is working well. Tell us what you think is important to keep in the future.
We've heard that better connections to Vancouver Island, the mainland and their transit systems are a priority for Salt Spring Islanders.
Are you a commuter who takes the 2 to Fulford and back every weekday? Do you often grab the 4 to visit friends on the mainland? Do you catch the 3 or the 6 and visit your grandkids in the Cowichan Valley? What's working well and what could we improve to make these connections easier and more convenient for you? Tell us about your experience.
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Project Timeline
Project Launch (September 2020)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan has finished this stage
Core working group formed, project scope determined, key stakeholders identified.
Core Working Group Workshops (December 2020 to date)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan has finished this stage
Targeted discussions with stakeholder groups to ensure issues and opportunities were understood.
Service and Infrastructure Priorities Drafted (January-February 2021)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan has finished this stage
Operator survey responses, key stakeholder and core working group feedback, and ridership data analyzed by planner to form draft service options.
Public Engagement Open (April 6 - May 4, 2021)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan has finished this stage
Service options are presented to the public for feedback.
Engagement Summary Report (Summer 2021)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan has finished this stage
Contributions to this consultation are closed. Feedback on service options under review and any necessary changes made to reflect the priorities of the public. The project team will report back on key outcomes.
Final Transit Future Service Plan (Fall 2021)
Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan is currently at this stage
Public feedback is incorporated and the final plan is drafted. Share the report with Salt Spring Island Transportation Commission. Seek endorsement and post final plan online. Notify registered participants plan is complete.
Integration into Service Planning (Fall 2021 -)
this is an upcoming stage for Salt Spring Island Transit Future Service Plan
Detailed planning and scheduling to integrate transit improvement priorities into service as funding becomes available.
