Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction
Bus Pass Program
Record #:
KNA0058
Last Modified:
07 Aug 2019
Last Full Update:
18 Jul 2019
Contact Information
| Mailing Address | PO Box 9430 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V2 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1.866.866.0800 |
| SDSIBUSPA@gov.bc.ca | |
| Website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/passenger-travel/buses-taxis-limos/bus-pass |
Description & Services
| Service Details | - An annual pass for public transit systems is available to assist eligible individuals to participate more fully in their communities - Applicants must apply each year Annual bus passes may be purchased by people: - who are receiving the federal Old Age Security (OAS), and either the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) or Spouse's Allowance; - who are Immigrants to Canada, who would otherwise qualify for the federal Old Age Security (OAS), and either the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) or Spouse's Allowance and are only ineligible for those benefits because they have not resided in Canada for 10 years; or - who are age 60 to 64 and receiving BC Employment and Assistance; or - who are receiving disability assistance under BC Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities |
| Hours | Phone service is available Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm Please note that peak call volume is between 9:00am - 9:30am and 1:00pm - 2:00pm each day |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up To determine if you are eligible: Call 1.866.866.0800 and choose the appropriate option: If you are receiving Ministry services, and - HAVE a Personal Identification number and PIN, or your Social Insurance Number, then press option 3, and then press option 1. - DO NOT HAVE have a Personal Identification Number or Social Insurance Number, or for all general inquiries, enter your 10 digit phone number, then press option 3, and then press option 1. |
| How to Apply | Please have your Social Insurance Number ready and you will be advised immediately if you qualify |
| Cost | Service - Annual Administration Fee: $45 |
Location
| Located In Community | British Columbia |
Other Details
| Languages | English |
| Former Name | Ministry of Social Development & Social Innovation |