Discounted Bus Pass Program (Social Service Recipients Only)
2026 Rate & Fee Changes Effective July 1, 2026
In November 2025, City Council approved a non-uniform transit fare rate increase for 2026 and 2027. The first fare change will take effect on July 1, 2026, with a second increase scheduled for January 1, 2027.
These changes support continued transit service and help address rising costs while maintaining affordability for equity-based fare products.
What are the 2026 changes?
- No increase to Low-Income and Discounted Social Service Passes; current rates maintained
- Free fare for Children in Grades 8 and under remains unchanged
Rate Schedule Effective July 1, 2026:
| Category | Fare Product |
Current Rate |
New Rate |
| Monthly Pass | Discounted Social Services Pass Active entitlement required |
$28.00 |
$28.00 |
| Activation Fee | New Reloadable Pass Card |
$5.00 |
$5.00 |
For new rates and more information, visit Fares & Passes
Social service recipients can purchase a monthly bus pass at a reduced rate. The discounted rates are:
| Pass | Cost |
|---|---|
| Discounted Monthly Pass (Social Service Recipients Only) | $28.00 |
All new and replacement re-loadable Go-Passes have a $5.00 activation fee.
You are accepted to the program for six months at a time. If you would still benefit from the Discounted Bus Pass program at the end of that time, you will need to requalify. Contact customer service to find out what is required
How to Apply
- Complete a Bus Pass/Leisure Card application form at the Social Services office located at 160 - 2nd Avenue South.
- Take the completed application form to Saskatoon Transit Customer Services Centre.