Check out our upcoming events victoriatransitridersunion.com/events #yyj

On July 6 at 6:30 pm, join us in support of the Youth Council at the Saanich Council meeting. We'll be backing their motions for free transit for BC youth; for the Indigenous-led Reconciliation Corridor Initiative; and to establish a permanent youth council.

Intercity Transit in Washington state rolled out a “zero-fare” pilot program in 2020. One longtime rider said the model brought social equality to her neighbourhood. “It means everyone has the same opportunity for transit as everyone else.” thetyee.ca/WhatWorks/20...

VTRU believes in a fair, affordable, and bright future for ALL <3 We are so excited to be marching in Pride this year and invite our members to join us! For more info and to RSVP, go to actionnetwork.org/events/march... Hope to see you there! #yyj #pride

Join us Sat June 20th for an afternoon of crafting our very own bus to ride in the Pride Parade. This is a great chance to meet some transit friends and secure your spot to march along with us this July! We'll have snacks and supplies, just bring your creativity and curiosity. All are welcome!

Liz brought forward our recommendations to the BC Budget Consultation process last week: 🚌 Massively increase public transit funding 🚌 De-privatize the entire public transit system 🚌 Abolish fares, starting with youth, seniors, and people on provincial income assistance and disability

The VTRU stands with bus drivers and other transit workers who have voted to strike. We support their fight for dignified working conditions and a fair deal. Their working conditions shape our mobility and safety, and when they fight for themselves, they fight for riders too. #yyj #solidarity

We'll be at the May Day BBQ handing out flyers and making more t-shirts!

Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday at our Earth Day rally to call for fare-free transit for teens! We had speeches from teachers, bus driver, politicians, and teens. Transit was free on Earth Day, but every day should be "Earth Day"! #farefree #bctransit #yyj

This Earth Day, the Victoria Transit Riders Union (VTRU) is rallying for immediate fare-free transit access for all BC youth. #farefree #yyj victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/04/20/v...

Please sign and share!!! Solidarity with these workers. ❤️ All jobs supporting public transit should be de-privatized and should have good pay and working conditions. Excellent public transit requires excellent public transit jobs!!!

Free Youth Transit NOW Earth Day Rally April 22 at 4pm on the Legislature lawn

Transit workers work hard make sure our communities run smoothly. They deserve fair pay and excellent working conditions. We give our heartfelt thanks and solidarity to these workers! We invite you to share your own words of appreciation with a transit worker today ❤️ #ThanksTransit #YYJ

Transit Riders version of Solidarity Forever! 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj

Liz's speech from today's Transit Riders Spring Celebration explaining what we got up to last year 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj

Liz's speech from today's Transit Riders Spring Celebration explaining what we are about 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj

Today's the day! Who's coming to the Spring Celebration? #yyj #farefreebc

TransDev profited during the Cowichan Valley bus strike in 2025. They had no incentive to negotiate a fair deal, and transit workers warn that it could happen again. We must demand an end to the private contracting of “public” transit, and make sure our services are truly serving the public. #yyj

Decision on direct bus from downtown Victoria to airport pushed to May The proposal is to have the existing Route 72 bus between the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and downtown Victoria serve both the airport and ferry terminal on all trips. #yyj #bctransit www.timescolonist.com/local-news/d...

Fun, Free Social Event For Victoria Transit Riders and Workers on March 15th #yyj #bctransit #farefreebc victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/03/08/m...

There *is* wealth in BC and Canada. Arguments that claim otherwise distract from the fact that we have a MASSIVE concentration of wealth in this country (1/4) 🧵 #taxtherich #bcpoli #canpoli #wealthtax

Come celebrate and learn about solutions for a more connected and greener community. Bring the whole fam! We will share food, play games and learn together!

Nathan Davidowicz, Editor of Weekly Alternative Buzzer, speaking to the CRD about Fare Free Youth Bus Pass #bcpoli #yyj #transit #farefreebc

Nathan Bird of the VRTU speaking to the CRD about Fare Free Youth Bus Pass #bcpoli #yyj #transit #farefreebc

Our very own Liz spoke to the Rotary Club about our work and vision for the future. youtu.be/dRFiqmNTGWc #yyj #transit #farefreebc

People often ask us how we expect to fund fare-free public transit. The answer is as simple as A-B-C, really, and we've teamed up with @chcvictoriabc to share it with you all! Next time someone asks you, just remember: TAX the rich! dream BIG! CARS suck! #yyj #transit #farefreebc

Activists like Parks have won victories for poor and working people throughout history. But the fight isn't over. Many can't afford the bus, others live in transit deserts. Indigenous communities are especially affected by this inequity. Join the VTRU and help us abolish the fares-based system! #yyj

Come watch “The Trolley” documentary (runtime 45 minutes) The screening will be followed by a discussion about the history and future of public transit in Victoria. Attendance is free but space is limited so RSVP bit.ly/trolleydoc Feb 3 Doors at 6pm, screening at 6:30pm

VTRU’s 2025 Annual Report is out now 🎉 From community events to fare‑free transit advocacy to standing with transit workers ✊ riders made real gains this year. Read the report and see how we’re building a stronger, more just transit system for all 🚍 victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/01/17/v...

Liz was interviewed for Rogers TV youtu.be/-S7FxRSVHjk

🚍 Saanich meets Jan 19, 6:30pm on the Quadra McKenzie Plan. Speak up for a McKenzie bus lane + strong renter protections. Email [email protected] or call 250 475 5501 to register to speak by noon day of.

Billionaires pay less, so we pay more. It has to stop. Add your name to demand Canada’s wealthiest pay their fair share. share.canadianlabour.ca/s/3IGMV7xZ

Use this letter template to write to the BC Minister of Transportation and your MLA to urge the provincial government to immediately implement fare-free transit for all youth and seniors, and to take concrete steps toward a completely fare-free BC! actionnetwork.org/letters/fare...

Have your say on the future of HandyDART in Victoria engage.bctransit.com/handydart_vrtp

At the next VRTC meeting BC Transit is recommending that they approve INCREASING the cost of the Monthly Concession Pass from $45 to $55. This is the pass for teens and seniors. Please email [email protected] before Tuesday and tell them NOT to raise the price!

On Friday Council voted unanimously to keep the Youth Bus Pass Program in the Draft Financial Plan! Thanks to all our followers that sent letters asking for the program to be saved! Watch here: youtu.be/M4fLCCAJqg0

Letter to the Editor today in the Times Colonist

Public transit in Canada is heading in the wrong direction. Fight to turn it around. harland.substack.com/p/fare-free-...

Victoria’s Draft Financial Plan proposes cutting the Youth Bus Pass Program. 70% of eligible teens use it. Cutting it would harm safety, equity and independence. Email [email protected] to tell them to keep it, along with Bike Valet and Neighbour Space.

The process of getting free transit for youth across the CRD has just gotten started, with the transportation committee approving a motion staff to look into feasibility.

"Options—including... more public transit from one side of the Malahat to the other—should be explored before committing a large sum of money for a project that appears to do more harm than good." www.capitaldaily.ca/news/hundred... #yyj #bcpoli @bettertransityyj.ca @vtru.bsky.social