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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 28/09/2026
Proud to support Livable CRD 🗳️ a non-partisan coalition publishing a candidate scorecard for Capital Region municipal elections. See where candidates stand on transit, housing, climate, and more: no endorsements, just the facts. livablecrd.ca
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2026 Capital Region candidate scorecard
Livable CRD is a non-partisan coalition scoring Capital Regional District municipal candidates on transit, housing, climate, arts, and other livability issues.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 26/09/2026
If Saskatoon can have bus lanes downtown, why can't we? #yyj #bctransit
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 26/09/2026
Now imagine how expensive adding HOV to the bus and emergency lanes would be?
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 07/08/2026
Our friend Charlie ND made a video about the bus lane project on the highway. #yyj youtu.be/QZ2cYBoQXAw
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More bus lanes coming soon!
YouTube video by Better Transit YYJ
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 29/07/2026
Chair Sam Holland joins Josh & Jade on CFAX 1070 to discuss BC Transit's draft 25-year Victoria Regional Transit Plan, which the organization broadly supports, and why they believe Greater Victoria needs a greater sense of urgency if it hopes to achieve its long-term transit goals. #yyj #bctransit
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Advocacy group says Victoria's transit vision needs more urgency - CFAX 1070
Better Transit YYJ Chair Sam Holland joins Josh & Jade to discuss BC Transit's draft 25-year Victoria Regional Transit Plan, which the organization broadly supports, and why they believe Greater Victo...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 25/07/2026
From the Draft Victoria Regional Transit Plan "Implementing bus priority supports ridership and mode share goals through faster travel time for customers. At the same time, increasing bus speed will allow BC Transit to deliver transit services sooner and at lower cost." #yyj #bctransit
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Livable CRD @livablecrd.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Introducing Livable CRD 🗳️ A non-partisan coalition making Capital Region municipal elections easier to navigate. We publish a candidate scorecard + questionnaire on transit, housing, climate, healthcare & more. We inform, we don't endorse. 👉 livablecrd.ca #YYJ #BCpoli
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Livable CRD
Livable CRD is a non-partisan coalition scoring Capital Regional District municipal candidates on transit, housing, climate, arts, and other livability issues.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/07/2026
Adding cars back to a street caused a 40% DROP in business. Cars don't buy things, people do. #yyj #pedestrianstreet youtu.be/DymPPZufAQM
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Businesses feeling the impact after Montreal street opens up to cars this summer
YouTube video by CBC News Quebec
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/07/2026
BC Budget 2026 also froze transit in Victoria. Every year without expansion funding, transit falls behind. #yyj #BCBudget
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Update: Squamish transit expansion in limbo after letter from Crown corp
BC Transit says in a recent surprise letter that expansion commitments—past and present—are under review due to the 'current fiscal environment.'
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 29/06/2026
Ride with us on the #5 Willows from Fisherman’s Wharf to Willows Beach. We’ll talk transit and then enjoy the live music at 2pm. Bring a chair or blanket for the park. actionnetwork.org/events/ride-... #yyj
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Ride the 5 on July 5th
Ride with us on the #5 Willows from Fisherman’s Wharf to Willows Beach. We’ll talk transit and then enjoy the live music at 2pm. Bring a chair or blanket for the park. You can see the exact route and...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 25/06/2026
“HOV lanes are not the solution that we need on one of the busiest transit corridors in North America,” said Sam Holland with Better Transit YYJ. “The problem with going to HOV lanes, you then need to enforce them.” #yyj cheknews.ca/dvba-floats-...
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DVBA floats HOV lanes in Victoria as it calls for 'pause' on non-essential road work
With massive changes to roads in the downtown core over the past few years, the DVBA says it's time for a breather and to take stock.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 23/06/2026
Saanich just updated its climate plan, we thank council for adding in more about bus lanes and transit priority, because no credible climate plan will succeed without getting people willingly out of cars and onto transit. #yyj #saanich www.saanich.ca/EN/main/comm...
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Saanich Climate Plan
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 23/06/2026
Better buses on both sides of the ferry can help us increase foot passengers and move more people. #yyj
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Drive-on or walk-on: choose your ferry fighter | This is Vancouver Island | CBC Podcasts | CBC Listen
How you get on and off the ferry can make a big difference in your experience. This week, we'll hear from a BC Ferries terminal attendant on what goes into guiding your car onto each vessel, as well as what Swartz Bay foot passengers think could make the walk-on experience better.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 18/06/2026
There has been significant growth in the Greater Victoria region over the past decade and with population growth and transit trips continuing to increase, BC Transit is planning ahead for the additional infrastructure needed to maintain and expand our fleet and transit service. #yyj
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Planning for a future Saanich Transit Centre
YouTube video by BC Transit
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 18/06/2026
BC Transit starts demolition in July for the new Saanich Transit Centre. It is a key step toward more buses and better service. Riders can learn what this means for future capacity at open houses on June 18 and 20. #yyj
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Open houses ahead of demolition work at future Saanich Transit Centre site - BC Transit
BC Transit is starting site preparation and building demolition work at the site of the future Saanich Transit Centre this July that will continue to the end of 2026. This early site preparation work ...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 16/06/2026
Thanks to @davethompsonvic.bsky.social and @mattdellvictoria.bsky.social for agreeing to our ask for transit priority on Douglas 🚌⏩ #yyj #transit #racethebus
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 15/06/2026
Susan's speech at our Race the Bus event 🚌 #yyj #racethebus
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 14/06/2026
On Friday, we proved that even buses running ahead of schedule are still too slow. BC Transit, the City of Victoria, and the District of Colwood are the institutions that need to step up. Together, we will keep push for a better, safer, more reliable city. #yyj #racethebus
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/06/2026
Interview on @cfax1070.bsky.social while we raced. www.iheart.com/podcast/1300...
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Joggers beat the 95 RapidBus to City Hall, exposing transit delays - Josh & Jade: Soundbites | iHeart
<p>Transit riders often feel like the 95 RapidBus is not as rapid as it could be. A group of advocates put that to the test on a Friday afternoon.</p> <p>Josh reported live from the field as&nbsp;<a h...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/06/2026
The runners to City Hall beat the bus by a few minutes. The bikers to Langford Station won by 10 minutes!
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/06/2026
The runners to City Hall beat the bus by a few minutes. The bikers to Langford Station won by 10 minutes!
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 12/06/2026
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 09/06/2026
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Better Transit YYJ pits grandmothers on bikes against Victoria’s rapid bus - Victoria News
Better Transit wants to see Douglas as a corridor primarily designed for pedestrians and transit
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Movement: Metro Vancouver Transit Riders @movementyvr.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Mobility is opportunity. Big thanks to Jessie Sohpaul for these incredible illustrations (EN + Punjabi). Vancouver is on board with a low-income transit pass. Now we need timelines + pressure on the Province. Let’s get this done before July. win.newmode.net/move...
Low-income transit pass poster with bold transit lines and the text “Opportunity and mobility for everyone.”Punjabi-language low-income transit pass poster with transit lines and LITPASS.CA
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 29/05/2026
Our bus drivers and maintenance workers have voted to strike, after working for more than 14 months without a contract. We hope no further labour action is needed for BC Transit and Unifor to reach a good agreement. #yyj
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BC Transit workers in Victoria vote 97% in favour of strike action
VICTORIA – Unifor Local 333 members at BC Transit in Victoria, British Columbia have voted 97 per cent in favour of strike action, delivering a strong mandate to their bargaining committee as contract...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 24/05/2026
Can you outrun the 95 “Rapid” bus? On June 12 at 4:45pm, we are racing the bus from the Legislature to City Hall to highlight how Douglas St congestion slows transit to a crawl. Sign up to run, or be a cheerleader: actionnetwork.org/forms/volunt... #yyj #racethebus
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 22/05/2026
We're on LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/company/bett...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 20/05/2026
“It is frustrating to see that we have a surplus from last year and we can’t turn around and use that money for this year,” says Sam Holland, chair of the transit advocacy group Better Transit YYJ. #yyj #transit
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 20/05/2026
“It is frustrating to see that we have a surplus from last year and we can’t turn around and use that money for this year,” says Sam Holland, chair of the transit advocacy group Better Transit YYJ. #yyj #transit
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 19/05/2026
Caleb Crookes, vice-president of transit advocacy group Better Transit YYJ, said his organization welcomes the change. “It would have been excellent had that been slightly higher on the to-do list, but overall, I think I speak for everyone when I say that we’re all excited for this.” #yyj #transit
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CHEK News @cheknews.ca · 19/05/2026
BC Transit riders can now use more forms of payment, with debit, credit and mobile wallets accepted in all 30 transit systems across the province.
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Debit, credit payments now accepted on BC Transit buses
BC Transit riders can now use more forms of payment, with debit, credit and mobile wallets accepted in all 30 transit systems across the province.
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CHEK News @cheknews.ca · 19/05/2026
Transit riders travelling between the West Shore and downtown Victoria should see faster commutes after new bus-on-shoulder lanes officially opened on Highway 1 in Saanich.
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New bus lanes open on Highway 1 at Colquitz River bridges in Saanich
Transit riders travelling between the West Shore and downtown Victoria should see faster commutes after new bus-on-shoulder lanes officially opened on Highway 1 in Saanich.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 18/05/2026
From the Draft Saanich Climate Plan. Owning and operating cars is expensive. Having more and better transit options saves people money. #yyj #transit www.saanich.ca/assets/Commu...
Infographic showing the cost of car ownership
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 16/05/2026
This is one of the biggest transit delay spots in the network, so make your voice heard and tell Saanich staff you want no delay for buses! hello.saanich.ca/.../interurb... #yyj #BCTransit
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 13/05/2026
Difficulty in getting airport service shows region needs a new funding model bettertransityyj.ca/2026/05/12/d...
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DIFFICULTY IN GETTING AIRPORT SERVICE SHOWS REGION NEEDS NEW MODEL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Victoria, BC, May 12 At the upcoming Victoria Regional Transit Commission (VRTC) meeting this Tuesday, May 12th, commissioners voted to approve direct airport service to Vict…
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 01/05/2026
Context is vital to finding solutions; that's why we've done a deep dive with @bettercolumbia.ca on why transit hasn't kept up with growth. #yyj #bcpoli #vanpoli
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 01/05/2026
Thanks to our MLA @dianagibson.bsky.social for inviting us to the legislature to advocate for our region's transit riders, and for her glowing announcement to the House. #yyj #bcpoli
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 30/04/2026
CHEK news segment about the launch of the Public Transit Alliance and our call for inter city buses. #yyj #bcpoli
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CHEK News @cheknews.ca · 28/04/2026
A coalition of advocacy groups from across the province has launched the new Public Transit Alliance of BC, calling for expanded transit service and a fully connected intercity bus network across British Columbia.
cheknews.ca
New Public Transit Alliance of BC launches, calls for province-wide intercity bus network
A coalition of advocacy groups from across the province has launched the new Public Transit Alliance of BC, calling for expanded transit service and a fully connected intercity bus network across British Columbia.
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 30/04/2026
Getting more and better transit is a big lift that requires collaboration, and that's why we are overjoyed to be part of a new coalition called the Public Transit Alliance of BC. Yesterday, we launched our first province-wide campaign, a call for an intercity public transit network. #yyj #bcpoli
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 24/04/2026
We held our first AGM tonight. Congrats to the new board. Here's to another year of advocating for Better Transit. #yyj
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 23/04/2026
TONIGHT! #yyj
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 16/04/2026
It’s time for our general meeting! Sign up as a member so you can help us choose our new executive for the year and get an inside update on what we’ve been up to! #yyj Where: 708 Douglas St When: April 23rd at 6pm. We will be moving to the pub at 7:30. actionnetwork.org/events/bette...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 03/04/2026
BC Ferries suggests people take public transit and walk on as they deal with mechanical issues this long weekend. Unfortunately, the BC NDP cut BC Transit funding which was mostly taken from their extra hours budget, so they can't run extra buses to make up for the increased walk on passengers. #yyj
actionnetwork.org
Unfreeze Transit!
The BCNDP have frozen transit funding. Victoria is already cutting service on overcrowded routes, and that means fewer, fuller busses. Help us tell the province: transit is an essential service and ne...
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 18/03/2026
Huge thanks to the operators, mechanics, cleaners, dispatchers, and all the workers who keep Greater Victoria moving every day. Your care, patience, and professionalism make our community stronger. If you’re riding today, share a smile or a quick thank you. #ThanksTransit #YYJ
Thanks Driver inside a heart shape
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Dave Thompson 🇨🇦 @davethompsonvic.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Care about safety, and glare from bright headlights? Complete the transport Canada survey: tc.canada.ca/en/corporate...
Drivesmart image of bright glaring headlightsImage of survey website linked in post
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Better Transit YYJ @bettertransityyj.ca · 27/02/2026
Every year, hundreds of people in the CRD make the decision to move to places where they don't need to drive on a daily basis. Let's make sure transit can keep up!
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Thomas Guerrero @thomasguerrero.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
The Streetlamp Salon is excited to invite you to our first event of 2026 on March 10th! We'll be talking about public transit currently and in the future. Joining us will be Todd Litman and Better Transit YYJ Details in the link! #yyj #yyjevents #transit
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Victoria in Transit - The Streetlamp Salon Tickets, Tuesday, Mar 10 from 6 pm to 9 pm | Eventbrite
Eventbrite - The Streetlamp Salon presents Victoria in Transit - The Streetlamp Salon - Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 2031B Store St, Victoria, BC. Find event and ticket information.
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Times Colonist @timescolonist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
dlvr.it
CRD board pushes for free transit passes for youth
The goal is to have the province implement a phased expansion of the fare-free youth transit program, increasing eligibility by one year at a time.
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Victoria Buzz @vicbuzz.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
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Victoria organizations speak out on local impacts of BC’s budget announcement
Specifically for businesses and transit-users. The post Victoria organizations speak out on local impacts of BC’s budget announcement appeared first on Victoria Buzz.
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