Easier Access Transit Services
Kingston Transit offers buses with easier-access features on the following routes: 1, 2, 4, A, B, EB, C, 71 and E71.
Most
Easier Access routes use kneeling buses that have a low floor making it easier for
passengers to get on and off. These low-floor buses also have wider doors and aisles so
there's plenty of room to safely move around. A seat near the front can be lifted up to
safely store walkers or for securing wheelchairs. Riders travelling in wheelchairs must
have the ability to board, maneuver and alight independently, safely, effectively and
efficiently.
Small accessible buses with wheelchair lifts are used on some routes.
Regular Kingston Transit fares are in effect for all passengers in wheelchairs: coin payments are to be made directly into the fare box. Companions or assistants are also obligated to pay a regular Kingston Transit fare. For their own convenience, passengers in wheelchairs are encouraged to travel at non-peak times, between 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., plus evenings and weekends.
FOR PASSENGERS USING WHEELCHAIRS
- If assistance is required the passenger in a wheelchair must be accompanied by a companion who will assume these responsibilities.
- The driver may only provide securement provisions.
- For rear facing securement, wheelchair passengers must ensure their chairs are in the locked position.
- The ramp can also be extended at the request of a passenger who walks with a mobility device.
YOUR SUPPORT PERSON COULD RIDE WITH YOU FOR FREE
If you ride Kingston Transit with the help of a Support Person, he or she is likely eligible for a Support Person Pass. This pass allows your Support Person to ride Kingston Transit for free when accompanying you. For more details, see the Support Person Policy and Pass Application (see link at above, right).
KINGSTON ACCESS SERVICES
Kingston Access Services is available to individuals with physical mobility impairments who must meet the eligibility criteria, and register in advance for the service. Kingston Access Services is a charitable non-profit organization.
CNIB HAILING KITS
Riders with visual impairments can catch their bus safely and surely using a Bus Hailing Kit, available from the CNIB. The kit provides a plastic, nightreflective card that can be waved at an approaching bus to let the driver know which route the rider wants to board. It also includes a "reminder" card that can be given to the operator to ensure the rider is informed when his or her stop is approaching.
