February 13 Transit Committee Update
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O-Ski-Transpo: ride, glide, and explore Ottawa’s winter trails!
❄ Skip the drive & hit the trails! ❄
With OC Transpo, Ottawa’s best cross-country ski spots are just a ride away. Glide from Pimisi to Dominion & explore the Kìchì Sìbì Winter Trail.
Meet Snow Groomer Dave & plan your next ski adventure!
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Project Spotlight: A Year in Review on the O-Train Extension Project
2024 was a year built on defining moments – Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Ottawa becoming the home of two new professional sports teams including lacrosse and women’s hockey, and, most notably, the O-Train Extension Project meeting many key milestones.Read More about Project Spotlight: A Year in Review on the O-Train Extension Project
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O-Train Lines 2 & 4 begin a phased opening on January 6, 2025
Big changes are coming to Ottawa's transit system!
Here's what to expect:
- Phased launch: Lines 2 & 4 will open in 3 phases, starting with weekday service for at least 2 weeks, then expanding in phases to seven days a week.
- More stations & new connections: 11 new stations, plus access to Carleton University and Park & Ride spots.
- Airport access: Direct train service to the Ottawa International Airport.
- Increased capacity: Lines 2/4 trains carry up to 420/260 passengers, with larger platforms for easier boarding.
Plan your trip now with OC Transpo's Travel Planner!
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November 29 Light Rail Sub-Committee Update
On November 29, the Light Rail Sub-Committee (LRSC) received a progress report on the Stage 2 O-Train extensions. If you didn’t get a chance to tune in, The Next Stop Blog is here to bring you up to speed on what you missed.
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OC Explained: Lost and Found
Join the Next Stop Blog team to learn more about what happens when you leave something behind and the steps you should take to get your missing item back.
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November 25 Transit Commission Update
On November 25, the Transit Commission approved OC Transpo’s 2025 draft budget and we provided an update on our Para Transpo Talk series, the arrival of the latest zero-emission bus (ZEB) and our 40th annual OC Transpo/Loblaw Holiday Food Drive.
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OC Explained: Lines 2 & 4 Trial Running
Learn more about trial running, what the different terminology means and what needs to happen between now and the launch of Line 2 and Line 4 to ensure the system is safe and reliable.
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October 10 Transit Commission Update
On October 10, we provided an update on our Zero Emission Buses, upcoming Line 1 maintenance and the New Ways to Bus campaign.
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Spotlight: Corkstown Yard Light Maintenance and Storage Facility
If you’ve travelled west on Highway 417 over the past few years, you have probably noticed the ongoing construction of a large complex to the north of the highway, just west of Moodie Drive. This site is home to the future Corkstown Yard Light Maintenance and Storage Facility (LMSF), an integral part of our future O-Train network.Read More about Spotlight: Corkstown Yard Light Maintenance and Storage Facility
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September 12 Transit Commission Update
On September 12, we provided an update on our fall service plan, a fare compliance initiative, the ongoing work by Rideau Transit Group (RTG) on the vehicle axle bearing issues and a lot more.
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Your Future Journey: Plan your future trip with the New Ways to Bus Travel Planner
Follow the simple steps below to learn how you can preview future trips in the new network.Read More about Your Future Journey: Plan your future trip with the New Ways to Bus Travel Planner