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Participate in the YRT Bike Auction on August 20
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 11:41 AM
Support the United Way and get some new wheels!
The YRT Bike Auction will be held online on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in support of the United Way.
This is an annual auction of unclaimed bicycles left at YRT stop and terminal bike racks. Images of the bicycles and a brief description of their condition will be available for viewing on the auction site once it goes live. Please check back soon for updates.
All winning bidders will be contacted via email by 6 p.m. on Wednesday,...
Civic Holiday Service
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2025 10:15 AM
Civic Holiday: Monday, August 4
All YRT services and TTC routes in York Region will operate Sunday/holiday schedules. Visit our Trip Planner or Service Schedules page to plan your trip.
YRT Contact Centre and Live Chat hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Paratransit customers:
The Mobility On-Request Paratransit Contact Centre is closed on weekends and statutory holidays. If you require a paratransit trip on Tuesday, August 5, please ensure you call us before 4 p.m. on Friday, August 1. The Traveller's Hotline...
Community Events
Posted on Friday, July 18, 2025 09:40 AM
Come say hello to YRT and other York Region Public Works staff at these community events.
Learn more about transit services and road improvement projects in your community, and pick up some swag while you're at there. YRT system maps, York Region cycling maps and foldable paper buses will also be available.
We hope to see you there!
Live Chat Tool Update
Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 12:26 PM
Starting July 21, the Live Chat tool (in the bottom right corner) will have a new feature! Before starting a chat, you'll be able to choose the topic you need help with from a menu. This will make it easier for you to find answers, even outside of Live Chat operating hours. Of course, you can still chat with a Customer Service Representative during regular Live Chat operating hours. We're here to help!
Try it out and let us know what you think! There is an opportunity at the end of the chat to...
Fare changes are coming July 1
Posted on Friday, June 13, 2025 12:01 AM
In November 2024, York Regional Council approved the 2025 budget which includes a 3% transit fare increase effective on July 1, 2025. The fare increase will help cover rising operating costs due to high inflation and help support the cost of delivering service to the Region. Over the next several years, transit will continue to make investments to improve service for travellers.
* Children five years and under ride free
Discounted YRT fares continue to be offered through through the PRESTO card,