Celebrate YRT’s 25th Anniversary with us!
Back to Search
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:
- March 6 to April 30, 2026 - 17150 Yonge Street, Atrium (by the main doors)
For more information about the Archives, visit york.ca/History
Spring Anniversary Events
We invite you to celebrate with us this May at our Spring Anniversary Events!
YRT’s success over the past 25 years wouldn’t be possible without the support of our riders. We’re grateful for every journey you’ve taken with us.
Join us at our Spring Anniversary Events and enjoy complimentary giveaways as our way of saying thank you. We hope to see you there!
| Date | Time | Location | How to get there using YRT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Health and Active Living Plaza, 160 Jim Mortson Drive, East Gwillimbury |
|
| Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Aurora Farmers’ Market, Town Park, 49 Wells Street, Aurora |
|
| Monday, May 11, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Whitchurch-Stouffville Leisure Centre, 2 Park Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville |
|
| Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Zancor Centre, 1600 15th Sideroad, King |
|
| Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Newmarket Farmers’ Market, Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket |
|
| Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Multi-use Recreation Complex, 261 Garrett Styles Drive, Georgina |
|
| Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Richmond Hill Centre Terminal, 8675 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill |
|
| Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Newmarket Terminal, 320 Eagle Street West, Newmarket |
|
| Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Georgina Farmers’ Market, 20849 Dalton Road, Georgina |
|
| Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Cornell Bus Terminal, 6824 Highway 7, Markham |
|
| Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Finch GO Bus Terminal, 5697 Yonge Street, North York |
|
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. | SmartVMC Bus Terminal, 170 Millway Avenue, Vaughan |
|
| Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge Street, Aurora |
|