The RDN is among several transit operators around the province to offer free transit service as part of the civic election on Saturday, Oct. 15. (File Photo/NanaimoNewsNOW)

By NanaimoNewsNOW Staff

FREE BUS SERVICE

Free public transit announced on mid Island for Saturday’s civic election

Oct 12, 2022 | 4:19 PM

NANAIMO — Accessibility has been enhanced to help people without a ride of their own to get out and vote.

BC Transit announced many local governments around the province decided to provide free transit on Saturday, Oct. 15, including the Regional District of Nanaimo, which has a public transit system spanning between Cedar and Bowser.

Handy Dart service is included, while the Nanaimo-Cowichan Express route is not included in the free ride offer.

Offering complimentary public transit is seen as a way to make it easier and encourage people to vote.

General Local Elections take place around the province on Saturday, Oct. 15, where local governments and school boards will be shaped for the next four years.

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