Transit Assistance Program
York Region is offering the Transit Assistance Program (TAP) to help make transit more affordable for eligible residents.
Eligible TAP participants can receive a 50% discount on regular Adult single ride York Region Transit (YRT) fare using a PRESTO card. After 40 trips, rides are free for unlimited travel for the remainder of the calendar month.
Who can apply:
- York Region residents between the ages of 18 to 64 years old
- Ukrainian arrivals in York Region with the Canada-Ukrainian Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)
- Those with an Indigenous status and working on the Georgina Island Reserve
- Refugees (proof of immigration status is required)
- Currently not receiving transit assistance through Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Programs
- Agree to take part in surveys to evaluate the program
- Have income at or below the limits listed below (not applicable for Ukrainian arrivals):
Family Size | Income Limit |
---|---|
1 person | $36,293 |
2 persons | $51,326 |
3 persons | $62,861 |
4 persons | $72,586 |
5 persons | $81,153 |
6 persons | $88,898 |
7 persons | $96,022 |
8 persons | $102,651 |
9 persons | $108,879 |
10 persons | $114,768 |
Source: Statistics Canada. Table 11-10-0232-01. Low income measure (LIM) thresholds by income source and household size
Ukrainian arrivals:
- Ukrainian arrivals in York Region with the Canada-Ukrainian Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) are eligible for TAP
Applicants must be 18 to 64 years old, live in York Region and must provide CUAET documentation
When to apply:
Applications for 2024 are now being accepted by telephone. There are a limited number of spots available.
The program will run until December 2024.
Current Participants: If you would like to remain in the 2024 program, please contact Access York at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75581. You may be required to provide proof of eligibility which includes a 2022 Tax Notice of Assessment (NOA). You will also be asked to confirm your 17-digit PRESTO card number located on the back of your card. A new card will not be mailed out. Upon confirmation into the 2024 program your current PRESTO card will be automatically set up to receive the discount.
How to apply:
Call Access York at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75581* (Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Translation services are available upon request.
Applicants 18 to 64 years old must apply on their own. Couples residing together must apply as a family. Couples or single persons who are the parent or guardian of children under the age of 18 years old would apply as a family.
*If you require an accessible format, please email @email
Please have the following documents ready when you call:
- 2022 Notice of Assessment (NOA)
- Your most recent Canada Child Benefit Statement (CCB) (if you have children under the age of 18 living with you)
- Proof of current York Region residence (e.g. utility bill, drivers licence)
- For Ukrainian arrivals: Only CUAET documentation is required
- For those with an Indigenous status and working on the Georgina Island Reserve: A letter from the Georgina Island Band Office can be provided
- For Refugees: Proof of immigration status is required
For more information visit the TAP page on the YRT website