As a part of the City of Guelph’s subsidy program, Guelph Transit offers the affordable bus pass to help you get around Guelph using public transportation. Adults, youths and seniors living in low-income households can apply any time for a one-year pass. Affordable bus passes must be renewed each year.
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Prices
Starting April 1, 2022, a new one-year Sliding Scale Affordable Bus Pass pilot program will begin, addressing barriers for Guelph residents living on a low income.
In 2021, Council approved a three-tier approach to the pilot, which applicants qualify for based on their level of income under LICO (Low Income Cut Off). The monthly fees based on tiers are:
- Tier A: $4
- Tier B: $20
- Tier C: $31-$37.50 (depending on age). Tier C is the same as current Affordable Bus Pass rates
Eligibility for each tier is based on the following LICO chart:
Table 1 – Tiers by Income Range
| Family Size | Tier A (0-50% of LICO) | Tier B (50-75% of LICO) | Current (75-100% of LICO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 – $11,848 | $11,848 – $17,772 | $17,772 – $23,696 |
| 2 | 0 – $14,749 | $14,749 – $22,124 | $22,124 – $29,498 |
| 3 | 0 – $18,133 | $18,133 – $27,199 | $27,199 – $36,265 |
| 4 | 0 – $22,016 | $22,016 – $33,023 | $33,023 – $44,031 |
| 5 | 0 – $24,969 | $24,969 – $37,454 | $37,454 – $49,938 |
| 6 | 0 – $28,116 | $28,116 – $42,174 | $42,174 – $56,323 |
| 7+ | 0 – $31,354 | $31,354 – $47,030 | $47,030 – $62,707 |
Resources
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