Winter Transit Tips

Don’t like driving in the winter? Leave that to us! Public transit is a great alternative in the winter time to avoid having to drive in winter conditions. Our buses are made to operate in many conditions and can withstand travelling safely in much worse conditions than personal vehicles.

Snow clearing at transit stops

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Bus stops with shelters are all cleared of snow within 48 hours after the end of snow accumulation. Bus stops without shelters are only cleared of snow in high traffic areas or to alleviate safety concerns. When bus stops are not clear of snow, the bus will stop and pick up the waiting public in the nearest cleared driveway

Snow clearing at transit stops
Winter Storm Delays

Winter Storm Delays

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While our buses can operate in storms, including heavy snow and freezing rain, we encourage passengers to take an earlier trip during winter weather events. This is to increase the likelihood of arriving on time in light of potential delays in service due to weather conditions. 

Winter storm cancellations

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Our drivers are trained to drive in winter conditions and provide a safe alternative for winter travel to our customers. We remain running as long as it is safely possible for both our drivers and customers to ensure those who have to travel have a safer alternative during severe weather.

Winter storm cancellations
Closures due to winter weather

Closures due to winter weather

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In the event of a closure due to winter weather, a two-hour advance notice is provided before the last route to ensure that all passengers have an opportunity to get home. When this occurs, notices are provided on the following channels:

  • Codiactranspo.ca Alert

  • Codiac Transpo App Alert

  • Codiac Transpo Facebook Page

  • A notice sent to media

Codiac Transpo is in no way responsible for the decisions of private businesses when it comes to closures. Employees should take concerns to their employers in this matter.

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