This week’s Transit Highlights reflect continued progress across Canada’s public transit sector, from new manufacturing investments supporting zero-emission fleets to digital tools improving rider information and temporary services helping communities manage major events. Together, these initiatives highlight the many ways transit systems are evolving to better serve riders and support local mobility.

New Flyer opens facility for Canadian-built electric transit buses in Winnipeg

New Flyer has opened a new facility in Winnipeg that enables the full start-to-finish manufacturing of heavy-duty transit buses in Canada for the first time in 15 years. The Customer Acceptance and Delivery facility forms part of the company’s broader manufacturing expansion and supports growing demand for zero-emission buses. The project strengthens domestic supply chains while supporting job creation and increased production capacity for Canadian transit agencies.

Winnipeg Transit app update brings live bus locations

Winnipeg Transit has launched a new feature allowing riders to see live bus locations through the official transit app and on the agency’s website. Using GPS data, the update displays buses on a map and provides additional information such as the most recent location update. The feature is designed to help passengers better plan their trips and track upcoming buses in near real time.

Timmins offers free transit shuttles for snowcross race weekend

The City of Timmins is providing free shuttle service during an upcoming snowcross racing event to help manage travel to and from the venue. The temporary transit service will connect key locations and parking areas with the race site throughout the weekend. Organizers say the shuttles are intended to improve access for spectators while reducing traffic and parking pressures during the event.

Together, these developments illustrate the range of initiatives underway across Canada’s transit landscape, from manufacturing and technology improvements to community-focused service solutions. CUTA will continue to highlight progress from agencies and partners as projects and innovations move forward nationwide.