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<\/p>\nVeterans and active Canadian Armed Forces members can now ride transit buses free of charge year-round in Mississauga.<\/p>\n
Starting Wednesday, Canada Day, all CAF regular and reserve members as well as veterans can board MiWay buses for free upon presentation of the appropriate identification. Previously, they could ride the buses in Mississauga without paying a fare only on Remembrance Day in November and on the day of the Warriors\u2019 Day Parade held each August in Toronto \u2014 as is the case in most Ontario municipalities.<\/p>\n
The City of Mississauga said in a news release the new service aligns with \u201cbroader regional efforts to support those who serve.\u201d<\/p>\n
As of January this year, veterans and other Canadian Armed Forces members can ride GO Transit and the UP Express (between Toronto Pearson Airport in Mississauga and Union Station in downtown Toronto) for free throughout the year.<\/p>\n
City proud to honour veterans and active CAF members<\/p>\n
Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish said the city and MiWay, the city\u2019s transit provider, are proud to honour veterans and active CAF members with free bus rides every day of the year.<\/p>\n
\u201cOffering the service in this way builds on our priority to promote accessible public transit. MiWay plays a key role helping our residents stay active and connected, and builds a cohesive and inclusive city where everyone can move freely and contribute to community life,\u201d she said in the news release.<\/p>\n
Maureen Cosyn Heath, director and general manager of MiWay, added \u201ctransit offers a convenient, stress\u2011free way to stay connected to work, services and the community. MiWay is proud to make transit easier and more accessible to those who have served our community and country.\u201d<\/p>\n
Must use Presto card to ride bus for free<\/p>\n
To ride the buses for free, veterans and CAF members must show valid military identification or other proof of service, the city said. Additionally, they must use Presto fare cards to board the buses.<\/p>\n
In approving the plan in April, Mississauga city council noted it was doing so to \u201crecognize veterans and CAF members for their service while helping reduce daily travel costs. The program gives eligible riders more affordable access to work, appointments, services, community activities and opportunities to explore the city.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Mississauga Ward 7 Coun. Dipika Damerla tabled the original motion seeking to provide free rides to CAF members and veterans.<\/p>\n
In its preamble, the motion noted:<\/p>\n
All CAF members are \u201cvalued members\u201d of Canadian society.
\nMany serving members, particularly reservists, are \u201cfacing increasing financial pressures due to the rising cost of living in Mississauga and the broader region while balancing military duties, civilian employment and family responsibilities.\u201d
\nCAF members who commute from Mississauga to Moss Park Armoury or Fort York Armoury, both in Toronto, benefit from complimentary travel on MiWay as a result of the provincial government\u2019s One Fare Program while the same members commuting entirely within Mississauga to access the Toronto Scottish Regiment Armoury previously had to pay the full MiWay fare.
\nProviding complimentary MiWay rides for CAF members and veterans would be \u201ca tangible demonstration of the City of Mississauga\u2019s appreciation for their service and would align with broader regional efforts to recognize their contributions and sacrifices.\u201d<\/p>\n
CAF members and veterans who use MiWay will also be able to get free transfers via Ontario\u2019s One Fare Program and transfer to the TTC, GO Transit, Brampton Transit, Oakville Transit, Durham Region Transit or York Region transit.<\/p>\n
(Photos: City of Mississauga)<\/p>\n