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By Liam Verster
Free Youth Transit Program

Free transit program for youth operating in Greater Vernon

Oct 23, 2026 | 3:04 PM

Local youth are able to get around town easier and without cost.

The City of Vernon’s Free Youth Transit program launched October 1.

Under the program, youth aged 18 and under are able to secure passes for free rides on Routes 1 through 9, 60 and 61. The number 90 bus to Kelowna is not included under the program.

Since it’s launch over 1,200 youth have signed up for the program and obtained their free Youth Pass.

Youth looking to get a pass of their own can register in person at Vernon City Hall, the Vernon Library, the Regional District of North Okanagan office, Enderby Municipal Hall, and Armstrong City Hall Applicants must provide proof of age, such as a birth certificate, B.C. Services Card, driver’s licence, passport, or current school-year student ID to get the pass.

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The pass will be valid from October 1 to September 30, after which the holder will have to re-register by providing proof of eligibility.

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