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Huron Shores Area Transit (HSAT) will be updating its fares on August 15th, as part of a plan to keep services running and support fairness across the system. This will be the first full fare update since 2020.
Starting August 15th, the cost of a local ride will go up to $6, a long-distance ride will be $12, and a regional trip will cost $20. These changes are part of a five-year plan to make sure HSAT can continue to serve its partner communities, which include Lambton Shores, South Huron, Bluewater, Plympton-Wyoming, and Kettle & Stony Point First Nation.
To help make things fair for everyone, HSAT is also introducing new discounts aimed at helping vulnerable riders. All discounts will require a Smart Card, which also helps HSAT better track ridership and funding needs.
Children 12 and under can still ride for free with a Child Smart Card. Riders who need help due to a disability can travel with a support person for free using a Support Person Pass, which stays with the registered rider. Registered CNIB cardholders can travel for free with a special annual pass. Seniors aged 65 and older, as well as Canadian veterans, will receive 20 percent off when they use pre-paid Smart Cards or Monthly Passes. This discount does not apply to cash fares. Low-income riders can qualify for a special annual pass with much lower fares. To qualify, they must show proof from a food bank, Ontario Works, ODSP, or a social housing provider.
These discount passes for CNIB cardholders, seniors, veterans, and low-income riders will only be available to people who live in HSAT’s partner communities. For more information about how to apply for a Smart Card or a discount pass, riders can visit the HSAT website or contact customer service.
