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Kids go free!

We're excited to introduce to you one more way we’re making transit more convenient and accessible for all ages. 

As of July 1, kids ride for free on OC Transpo buses, trains and on Para Transpo!

If you’re taking a bus or Para Transpo, simply board without paying a fare. 

If you’re taking O-Train Line 1, you can:

  • Enter at the accessible (wide) fare gate with a fare-paying adult like a parent or guardian.
  • Tap through the fare gate with your Child card or school board issued Presto card, if you have one.

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Tap and ride with O-Payment!

All fare readers on buses and fare gates at O-Train stations now support payment by debit card, credit card and mobile wallet with O-Payment!

  • Interac® Debit card
  • Visa card
  • Mastercard
  • Google Pay
  • Apple Pay

Register for an O-Payment account to track your trips, payments, or print receipts. Before registering, or to add a new card to an existing account, you must first complete a trip on O-Train or a bus using a debit, card, credit card or mobile wallet.

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Scan your transfer when you board the bus, and more!

You may have noticed new fare readers on buses and at O-Train Line 1 fare gates recently. These fare readers have upgraded capabilities that allow more kinds of fares to be tapped and scanned.

Here are what these readers can do:

  • Scan barcoded fares
  • Tap your Senior Presto card any day of the week
  • Tap your multi-day pass or child card

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Displaced Persons and Refugees Transit Pass Program

Displaced persons and refugees who have arrived in Ottawa are eligible for six months of free travel on OC Transpo.

The transit pass is a smartcard valid on buses, trains, and Para Transpo. The card is valid for six months from the month of issue and is non-renewable. The card is accepted on STO. Para Transpo users are required to register with Para Transpo but will have temporary approval until their application is approved.

The transit passes are distributed by the Catholic Centre for Immigrants (CCI) and local settlement agencies.

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