Celebrate YRT’s 25th Anniversary with us!
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York Region Transit is turning 25!
To honour this milestones, we will be hosting special events, displays and contests throughout the year. Be sure to check back regularly for updates on upcoming events.
Transit Memories Contest
York Region Transit is celebrating 25 years of connecting people and communities, and we want to hear from you!
What has transit meant to you over the years?
As we celebrate this milestone, we’d love to hear the moments that made transit meaningful to you. Whether it was your first bus ride as a child, a quiet moment on your daily commute or a pleasantly unexpected encounter that left a lasting impression.
Share your transit memories with us in writing or video and feel free to include a photo!
If you’d like to read some of the stories that have already been submitted, please visit our memory wall.
Every eligible entry will be entered into a monthly random draw to win one of nine (9) YRT prize packs, which include:
- YRT 25th anniversary prize pack
- YRT anniversary jersey
- $25 PRESTO card
- PRESTO card holder
Your story may be featured on YRT’s social media channels and other promotional materials as part of our celebration.
Let’s celebrate 25 years of transit together, one story at a time.
Please review the Contest Rules and Regulations.
If you will be submitting a photo or video, please read, complete and submit the Photo/Video Consent Form when entering the contest.
Archival Display
Travel back in time and view our display of YRT archives and memorabilia from over the years! The display will be available for public viewing on the dates listed below:
- Now until February 22, 2026 - 17250 Yonge Street, Great Hall (by the main doors)
- March 6 to April 30, 2026 - 17150 Yonge Street, Atrium (by the main doors)
For more information about the Archives, visit york.ca/History
Open House Events
Join us for a free, family-friendly Open House at one of York Region Transit’s (YRT) Operations, Maintenance and Storage Facilities!
Celebrate 25 years of YRT service with a behind the scenes look at how YRT gets their buses and staff ready for daily service. Some of the activities include:
- Bus wash
- Crafts for kids
- Refreshments
- A meet-and-greet with staff
- On-bus facility tour (Richmond Hill facility only)
Bring a camera to capture some memorable photo opportunities!
Registration Information:
- For safety and security reasons, attendance at each Open House is limited to 100 people per day
- Pre-registration is required
- If you are registering for more than one person, please complete a separate registration form for each attendee
This FREE event is open to all ages and abilities and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Register below.
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Newmarket Operations and Maintenance Facility Open House |
| Location: 18110 Yonge Street, Newmarket
Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dates: Saturday, February 7; and Saturday, March 7, 2026 Access to this event is only available by shuttle bus. Shuttle bus information:Pickup/drop off location: Newmarket Terminal, 320 Eagle Street, Newmarket Departure times: 9:45 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Registration:Saturday, February 7, 2026 Open House 9:45 a.m. shuttle bus - Registration Closed 10:15 a.m. shuttle bus - Registration Closed 10:45 a.m. shuttle bus - Registration Closed 11:15 a.m. shuttle bus - Registration Closed Saturday, March 7, 2026 Open House - Registration closes Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. 9:45 a.m. shuttle bus - Register here for this departure time 10:15 a.m. shuttle bus - Register here for this departure time 10:45 a.m. shuttle bus - Register here for this departure time 11:15 a.m. shuttle bus - Register here for this departure time |
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Richmond Hill Operations and Maintenance Facility Open House |
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Location: 55 Orlando Avenue, Richmond Hill Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dates: Saturday, February 21, and Saturday, March 21, 2026 Registration:Saturday, February 21, 2026 - Registration Full Saturday, March 21, 2026 - Registration Full |