Thunder Bay Transit operates a fleet of 48 accessible buses, seven days a week, covering more than 2.8 million kilometers annually. LIFT+ provides door-to-door transportation for persons with disabilities who may be unable to use conventional transit services.
Transit Services has a number of fare payment options available for you to choose from. All fares can be used on Thunder Bay Transit and LIFT+ Specialized Transit.
For fares and more information, see the information below:
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Fare Type |
Cost |
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Cash |
$3.25 |
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10 Ride Multipass |
$29.05 |
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Single Rider Day Pass (unlimited rides for the day)1 |
$9.35 |
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Adult Monthly Pass |
$90.30 |
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Discount Monthly Pass |
$74.70 |
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Senior Monthly Pass |
$62.30 |
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Youth Monthly Pass |
$62.30 |
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Senior Annual Pass |
$556.35 |
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Taxi Scrip |
$35.00 |
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Reloadable Smart Card - Lift Pass |
$5.00 |
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Children (aged 12 and under) |
Free with a Lift Pass Card2 |
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Support Person |
Free |
1. Available only at the Transit Office - 570 Fort William Rd.
2. Children age 5 and under do not require a Lift Pass card. Children age 6-12 require a Lift Pass Card.
Where to Buy/Reload Lift Pass Card |
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New Lift Pass cards can be purchased at the Transit Administration Office, City Hall, or a select retailer. If you require a Youth, Senior, or Discount Pass, proof of eligibility is required to obtain your card. You must get your Lift Pass card from the Transit Administration Office. Effective April 1, 2024, the single rider day pass is available at the Transit Administration Office only. Transit customer service and administration at 570 Fort William Road is open to the public Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For your desired outlet you may wish to call ahead to confirm hours of operation and accessibility features. Lift Pass cards can be reloaded online with a Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard, or Debit Mastercard. Retail Outlets
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Fare conditions
Cash Fare and Tickets |
| You can only pay exact cash, Operators are not able to provide you with change. Tickets will never expire. |
Children |
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Children aged 12 and under ride for free. Children age 6-12 ride for free, however they will require a Lift Pass. Parents and/or guardians are solely responsible for ensuring their children can independently use the transit system before permitting their child to travel unattended when using Thunder Bay Transit services. |
Fare Fraud |
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Fare fraud is a serious criminal offence. If you use a pass fraudulently, an Operator may confiscate it. In the event of a disagreement, you must pay the cash fare and contact Transit Services. |
Lost or Stolen ID Cards and Transit Passes |
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Transit is not responsible for lost or stolen ID cards or bus passes. |
Monthly Passes |
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Monthly passes are good for the calendar month shown on the front of the pass. Monthly passes are available by age.
Discount passes can be purchased and used if you have a valid Transit Accessibility ID card or a Lift+ ID card. On Sundays and holidays, Adult monthly passes can be used by one individual OR two adults/seniors and 3 youth OR one adult/senior and 4 youth. |
Single Rider Day Pass |
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Day Passes offer unlimited rides for a travel day. Day Passes can be purchased from the Transit Administration Office located at 570 Fort William Rd. |
Ontario Seniors Tax Credit |
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Effective July 1, 2017, the Ontario Government has introduced a refundable tax credit for Ontario seniors aged 65 and over. The tax credit applies to public transit services, including Thunder Bay Transit and Lift+ Specialized Transit. Fares eligible for the tax credit include tickets, monthly passes, and annual passes. Only cash fares on specialized transit are eligible. To claim the tax credit, you must have an itemized receipt and the pass if available. For more information, visit the Government of Ontario website. |
Transfers |
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You may request a transfer if you pay the fare with cash. A transfer is valid for ninety (90) minutes from the time it is issued and must be requested when you board the bus.
If you pay the fare with a Lift Pass, a ninety (90) minute transfer is automatically stored onto your Lift Pass card. |
Discount Lift Pass |
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To obtain a Discount Lift Pass, you will have to provide proof of your disability with a doctor's letter, ODSP statement, or CRA disability tax credit statement. Discount Lift Passes must first be activated at the Transit Office, and can then be reloaded online or at select outlets. Discount Lift Passes are valid for 3 years. |
Senior Annual Pass |
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The annual pass gives you twelve (12) months for the price of nine (9) and is only available for purchase at Transit Services. It is valid January 1st to December 31st for the year it is issued and is available for sale November 1st to March 31st. |
Support Person |
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A support person can travel with you free of charge on both of our services. An ID card issued by Transit Services that shows that a support person is required is mandatory. You have to complete a support person application form for Lift+ or a support person application form for Thunder Bay Transit. Bring your completed form to Transit Services. |
Taxi Scrips |
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If you are an active Lift+ passenger, you can purchase Taxi Scrips that allow for a 30% cost savings off the metered fare of a taxi. You must have a valid Lift+ ID card. You are responsible for calling and booking your own taxis. |
Affordable Bus Pass Program
Affordable Bus Pass |
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The Affordable Bus Pass program is a pilot program intended to address income-based barriers and assist households in accessing more affordable Thunder Bay transit services. The affordable bus pass program allows each participant to purchase one (1) Adult Monthly Bus Pass at half price per month. There is a limited number of participants each year. Applications are approved on a first come, first served basis. Once the program limit has been met, applications will no longer be accepted.
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