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Service improvements coming this fall

OC Transpo's fall service changes take effect on August 30. As part of the Customer-First Action Plan, significant improvements and enhancements will be included to support the return to work and school.

Over the summer, we'll be getting the word out about how we intend to meet the growing demand for better, faster, and safer transit.

What you can expect:

  • Increased weekday frequency on O-Train Line 1
  • New express bus service
  • More connections to Park & Ride lots
  • Increased service on key bus routes
  • Improvements to Para Transpo service
  • More reliable bus schedules
  • Targeted improvements for downtown, DND Carling Campus, Kanata North and Gatineau
  • More staff supporting customers and safety

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Recap: Line 2 and 4 maintenance in June

On June 13 and 14, trains were not in service on Lines 2 and 4 to allow for the completion of inspections and planned maintenance work.

The Next Stop Blog is here to recap the work that was done and share some behind-the-scenes footage of the maintenance.

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Next stop: an all-new platform for Ottawa’s local musicians 🎤🎹🥁

♫ Exciting news, Ottawa — your commute is about to get more melodical! ♫

Beginning July 20, OC Transpo’s O-Buskers program will spotlight local musical entertainment, bringing vibrancy and a sense of community to O-Train stations.

Stay tuned — a musical experience is coming to a station near you!

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Youth age 11-18 ride free all summer!

From July 1 until August 31, pre-teens and youth age 11-18 ride for free on OC Transpo buses, trains and Para Transpo. Where will you go?

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🎵 Ottawa Bluesfest 🎵

Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 19

Ride free to and from Bluesfest

Your event ticket includes free transit to and from LeBreton Flats. Show your wristband or pass to your driver. At a station, use the video chat function on ticket machines to get through the fare gate.

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Services news

Summer service starts Sunday, June 28

Here are some highlights of your summer service:

  • Customer-First Action Plan schedule changes
  • Line 4 weekend frequency changes
  • Seasonal schedule changes
  • Special service to the museums and the beach is back!
  • Special service for major events

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Changes to school service

This fall, approximately 3,560 students across 8 high schools who had service provided by OC Transpo will be transitioned to yellow school bus service.

OC Transpo will be working closely with its school transportation partners, Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) and the Consortium de transport scolaire d’Ottawa (CTSO), to identify opportunities to help transition students.

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Improvements underway at Rideau Station

We're making improvements at Rideau Station to bring you a cleaner, safer and more welcoming experience.

Work will be ongoing through the end of the year and into 2027. While we're working, you may experience minor, temporary disruptions. Signage will be posted while work is taking place.

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🛡 Safer together: Transit safety at large events 🚆

Don't get swept up in the crowd! Join the Next Stop Blog team for a refresher on transit safety at large events.

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Customer-First Action Plan

OC Transpo’s customer-first action plan is focused on improving the customer experience at every step of the transit journey.

The 10-point action plan has four key areas of focus to drive results for customers:  

  • Make service reliable
  • Put customers first
  • Strengthen financial stability
  • Build a sustainable workforce

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Update on steps to reopen Highway 417 lanes near Pinecrest-Greenbank overpass

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Recap: Catch up with Para Transpo Talk – May 2026

This May, the OC Transpo Customer Care team brought Para Transpo Talk to two community events: Adapt Expo and AccessAbility Day.

If you weren't able to join us this time, don't worry! The Next Stop Blog is here to fill you in on the highlights.

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