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                          In 2001, five municipal transit systems amalgamated to form York Region Transit (YRT). Since amalgamation, ridership on the system has grown to approximately 80,000 revenue riders per weekday and more than 22 million revenue riders annually (based on 2015 data).

                          Viva, York Region's bus rapid transit service, launched in September 2005. Viva service was designed to be faster than conventional service, reliable and customer-friendly. To achieve a service that is faster than YRT's conventional service, a proof-of-payment system was introduced to speed up boarding. Traffic priority systems were implemented at major intersections to reduce delays at red lights, as well as Variable Messaging Systems (VMS) offering real-time bus arrival information implemented at every Viva stop (vivastations).

                          YRT/Viva contracts out its service to four private bus contractors, who employ the bus operators and maintain the YRT/Viva fleet. Performance-based contracts with each contractor ensure the system is always meeting YRT/Viva's high standards. This is a very unique service delivery model within Canada, as most other transit agencies are responsible for their operators and fleet.

                          VivaNext, the next phase of the Viva project, will see dedicated transit lanes (rapidways) built along major corridors. Rapidways will take Viva vehicles out of mixed traffic, enabling them to operate faster and avoid traffic congestion. The proposed plan also includes two subway extensions and two light rail transit lines.

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                          YRT/Viva offers local and rapid transit services in all nine York Region municipalities. Our services keep residents connected within York Region and with connecting services in the City of Toronto and the Regions of Peel and Durham. Learn More...

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