News Release: February 1, 2018
Discounted MiWay Transit Pass Now Available for Low-Income Residents in Mississauga
MISSISSAUGA, ON (Feb 1, 2018) Starting today, low-income residents in Mississauga can apply for a 50 per cent discount off the regular cost of a monthly MiWay transit pass. The MiWay Affordable Transit Program (ATP) is a partnership between the City of Mississauga and the Region of Peel.
"We’re pleased to partner with the City of Mississauga to launch the MiWay Affordable Transit Program," said Janice Sheehy, Commissioner, Human Services, Region of Peel. "This program will improve the quality of life for low-income residents by providing better access to employment opportunities and community services."
"The Affordable Transit Program will allow affordable travel for riders by making their bus fare go further," said Geoff Marinoff, Transit Director, City of Mississauga. "Our partnership with the Region of Peel integrates transit services, subsidy and administration to efficiently deliver service to our residents."
Mississauga residents earning an income below the Low Income Measure thresholds are eligible to apply for a subsidy of 50 per cent off of a MiWay monthly pass by visiting peelregion.ca/affordabletransit. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
New applicants can now apply online. They will require their most recent Notice of Assessment and a registered PRESTO card.
Background - Affordable Transit Program
Responsibility for permanent program delivery is shared between the partners. The Region will retain responsibility for screening applicants for eligibility, funding the fare subsidy and administrative costs. MiWay will assume responsibility for PRESTO card administration and transit service.
In the fall of 2017, Peel Regional Council and the City of Mississauga Council approved the MiWay Affordable Transit Pilot program following a successful two-year pilot program. It was formally called the Affordable Transportation Pilot Program. Results showed that the program allowed residents with limited financial means to access employment and community services. For every dollar invested, the social return on investment is $3.98. Pilot results also showed evidence of participants accessing various services in the community.
About Mississauga
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Media Contacts:
Ann-Marie Koumettou
Specialist, Communications
Region of Peel
289-541-8622
Kimberly Hicks
Communications Advisor
City of Mississauga
905-615-3200 ext. 5232
About Peel Region
In 2024, Peel Region marks its 50th anniversary. Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected Community for Life for approximately 1.5 million people and over 200,000 businesses in Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon. Peel's services touch the lives of residents every day. For more information explore peelregion.ca and follow us on X @regionofpeel and Instagram @peelregion.ca.
On December 13, 2023, the Ontario government announced that Peel Region will not be dissolved, and that Bill 112 legislation will be updated to reflect service delivery in Peel. Services for residents and businesses will continue without interruption. For updates and more information, visit Peel's transition page.
