Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 19hyoutu.beVictoria transit overtime ban is back on: here's what you need to know #yyjYouTube video by CFAX 1070 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 03/10/2026We stand alongside all bus drivers and transit workers in this next step and echo their calls for a fair deal! 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Workers will be reinstating an overtime ban starting Monday in their fight for a fair deal with BC Transit. This will likely cause delays and cancellations in routes so drivers can take the time they need to rest and recover. 110
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 03/10/2026With news of another failed mediation, now more than ever is the time to fight for our transit workers! Join us this Saturday at 520 Gorge Rd. At 1pm to show your solidarity. #yyj #bctransit #solidarity 131
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 25/09/2026We've been busy! Join us on Saturday at 1pm to rally for transit workers! #solidarity #vtru #farefreebc 020
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Our friends at Skytrain Riders are holding a public meeting to discuss the hurdles created by transit fares & enforcement. Join the conversation to find equitable solutions! Sep 21, 6pm, Surrey Central Library (10350 University Drive) or online. RSVP at skytrainriders.ca for your free ticket! 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Better working conditions for our bus drivers and transit workers means a stronger, safer transit system for all of us. Show your solidarity every Saturday until workers get a fair deal! Location: 520 Gorge Rd (Lekwungen Territory) Time: 1 PM, Saturdays 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 06/09/2026Join us on Labour Day, September 7, for a full day of solidarity! Show up for BC Transit workers in front of the BC Transit head office (520 Gorge St) and then head over to Memorial Park for the annual Labour Day Picnic hosted by VLC for an afternoon of fun, food, and community building! 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 27/08/2026It was a wonderful morning of solidarity with transit workers! VTRU was honoured to rally alongside BC transit workers in Unifor Local 333-BC in their fight for fair pay and dignified working conditions. Stay tuned for updates on future rallies and ways to support these workers! 031
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 15/08/2026BC Transit has failed to offer workers a fair contract after 16 months of negotiations, and workers voted in May to strike, with an overwhelming 97% "yes" vote. Transit workers begin a uniform ban on Monday. Join us in a rally to support them! Monday, 4:00pm at 520 Gorge Rd E 011
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Making more shirts for Moss St Market on Aug 8th. #yyj #farefreebc 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Free transit service and improved social supports are proven methods of decreasing these statistics and creating a safer community for ALL. Funds raised from this event support the ReWired Recovery Foundation. We will contact the winner and send the prize to Soberfest for redemption. 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Impaired driving is one of the top factors in fatal crashes in Victoria. This is why we're excited to support @SoberFestVictoria this year. We're giving away two prizes of 2 tickets each. To enter: ✅ Follow our account ✅ Like this post ✅ Leave a comment or tag a friend Winner announced Aug 1st. 100
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 11/07/2026Check out our upcoming events victoriatransitridersunion.com/events #yyj 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 04/07/2026To register to speak or submit your opinion, visit the District of Saanich meeting website: www.saanich.ca/EN/main/loca... 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 04/07/2026On July 6 at 6:30 pm, join us in support of the Youth Council at the Saanich Council meeting. We'll be backing their motions for free transit for BC youth; for the Indigenous-led Reconciliation Corridor Initiative; and to establish a permanent youth council. 131
Reposted by Victoria Transit Riders UnionThe Tyee @thetyee.ca · 02/07/2026Intercity Transit in Washington state rolled out a “zero-fare” pilot program in 2020. One longtime rider said the model brought social equality to her neighbourhood. “It means everyone has the same opportunity for transit as everyone else.” thetyee.ca/WhatWorks/20...thetyee.caThe Cities Where Riding the Bus Is Free | The TyeeA third of transit agencies in Washington state operate without collecting fares. Can free buses work elsewhere? 24119
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 25/06/2026VTRU believes in a fair, affordable, and bright future for ALL <3 We are so excited to be marching in Pride this year and invite our members to join us! For more info and to RSVP, go to actionnetwork.org/events/march... Hope to see you there! #yyj #pride 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Join us Sat June 20th for an afternoon of crafting our very own bus to ride in the Pride Parade. This is a great chance to meet some transit friends and secure your spot to march along with us this July! We'll have snacks and supplies, just bring your creativity and curiosity. All are welcome! 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Liz brought forward our recommendations to the BC Budget Consultation process last week: 🚌 Massively increase public transit funding 🚌 De-privatize the entire public transit system 🚌 Abolish fares, starting with youth, seniors, and people on provincial income assistance and disability 020
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 29/05/2026We are calling on BC Transit to make a fair deal now with these workers who make the buses run. #yyj #solidarity victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/05/29/v...victoriatransitridersunion.comVictoria Transit Riders Union Stands With Transit WorkersThe Victoria Transit Riders Union (VTRU) is declaring its full support for Victoria transit workers following their strike vote on Thursday, May 28th, and is calling on BC Transit to offer the bus … 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 29/05/2026The VTRU stands with bus drivers and other transit workers who have voted to strike. We support their fight for dignified working conditions and a fair deal. Their working conditions shape our mobility and safety, and when they fight for themselves, they fight for riders too. #yyj #solidarity 111
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 30/04/2026We'll be at the May Day BBQ handing out flyers and making more t-shirts! 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 23/04/2026Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday at our Earth Day rally to call for fare-free transit for teens! We had speeches from teachers, bus driver, politicians, and teens. Transit was free on Earth Day, but every day should be "Earth Day"! #farefree #bctransit #yyj 040
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 21/04/2026This Earth Day, the Victoria Transit Riders Union (VTRU) is rallying for immediate fare-free transit access for all BC youth. #farefree #yyj victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/04/20/v...victoriatransitridersunion.comVictoria Earth Day Rally Calls for Immediate Fare-Free Transit for BC TeensThis Earth Day, the Victoria Transit Riders Union (VTRU) is rallying for immediate fare-free transit access for all BC youth. The rally will be at the BC Legislature Building on Wednesday… 043
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Please sign and share!!! Solidarity with these workers. ❤️ All jobs supporting public transit should be de-privatized and should have good pay and working conditions. Excellent public transit requires excellent public transit jobs!!! 121
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Free Youth Transit NOW Earth Day Rally April 22 at 4pm on the Legislature lawn 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Transit workers work hard make sure our communities run smoothly. They deserve fair pay and excellent working conditions. We give our heartfelt thanks and solidarity to these workers! We invite you to share your own words of appreciation with a transit worker today ❤️ #ThanksTransit #YYJ 141
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Transit Riders version of Solidarity Forever! 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Liz's speech from today's Transit Riders Spring Celebration explaining what we got up to last year 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Liz's speech from today's Transit Riders Spring Celebration explaining what we are about 🚌✊🥳 #farefreebc #yyj 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 15/03/2026Today's the day! Who's coming to the Spring Celebration? #yyj #farefreebc 032
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 11/03/2026TransDev profited during the Cowichan Valley bus strike in 2025. They had no incentive to negotiate a fair deal, and transit workers warn that it could happen again. We must demand an end to the private contracting of “public” transit, and make sure our services are truly serving the public. #yyj 032
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 11/03/2026Decision on direct bus from downtown Victoria to airport pushed to May The proposal is to have the existing Route 72 bus between the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and downtown Victoria serve both the airport and ferry terminal on all trips. #yyj #bctransit www.timescolonist.com/local-news/d...timescolonist.comDecision on direct bus from downtown Victoria to airport pushed to MayThe proposal is to have the existing Route 72 bus between the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and downtown Victoria serve both the airport and ferry terminal on all trips. 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 08/03/2026Fun, Free Social Event For Victoria Transit Riders and Workers on March 15th #yyj #bctransit #farefreebc victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/03/08/m...victoriatransitridersunion.comMarch 15 Social Event For Victoria Transit RidersFun, Free Social Event For Victoria Transit Riders and Workers on March 15th The Victoria Transit Riders Union (VTRU) is holding its second annual Transit Riders Spring Celebration on Sunday, March… 021
Reposted by Victoria Transit Riders UnionBC Policy Solutions @bcpolicy.bsky.social · 13/02/2026There *is* wealth in BC and Canada. Arguments that claim otherwise distract from the fact that we have a MASSIVE concentration of wealth in this country (1/4) 🧵 #taxtherich #bcpoli #canpoli #wealthtax 186
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 19/02/2026Come celebrate and learn about solutions for a more connected and greener community. Bring the whole fam! We will share food, play games and learn together! 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Nathan Davidowicz, Editor of Weekly Alternative Buzzer, speaking to the CRD about Fare Free Youth Bus Pass #bcpoli #yyj #transit #farefreebc 091
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Nathan Bird of the VRTU speaking to the CRD about Fare Free Youth Bus Pass #bcpoli #yyj #transit #farefreebc 041
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 07/02/2026Our very own Liz spoke to the Rotary Club about our work and vision for the future. youtu.be/dRFiqmNTGWc #yyj #transit #farefreebcyoutu.beVTRU at the Rotary Club - Jan 7, 2026YouTube video by Victoria Transit Riders Union 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Huge thanks to @justin_steinburg1 for the inspo & design. #yyj #transit #farefreebc 021
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 06/02/2026People often ask us how we expect to fund fare-free public transit. The answer is as simple as A-B-C, really, and we've teamed up with @chcvictoriabc to share it with you all! Next time someone asks you, just remember: TAX the rich! dream BIG! CARS suck! #yyj #transit #farefreebc 130
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Activists like Parks have won victories for poor and working people throughout history. But the fight isn't over. Many can't afford the bus, others live in transit deserts. Indigenous communities are especially affected by this inequity. Join the VTRU and help us abolish the fares-based system! #yyj 031
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 23/01/2026Come watch “The Trolley” documentary (runtime 45 minutes) The screening will be followed by a discussion about the history and future of public transit in Victoria. Attendance is free but space is limited so RSVP bit.ly/trolleydoc Feb 3 Doors at 6pm, screening at 6:30pmbit.lyTalking About Transit: Trolley Documentary Screening and DiscussionDid you know Victoria once had 39 trams (or "trolleys") with rail lines reaching far and wide? It's hard to imagine in our car-dominated world, but we could shift back to better transit in Victoria. C... 032
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 19/01/2026VTRU’s 2025 Annual Report is out now 🎉 From community events to fare‑free transit advocacy to standing with transit workers ✊ riders made real gains this year. Read the report and see how we’re building a stronger, more just transit system for all 🚍 victoriatransitridersunion.com/2026/01/17/v... 000
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Liz was interviewed for Rogers TV youtu.be/-S7FxRSVHjkyoutu.beChange The World, with Liz Cronin,YouTube video by Guy Dauncey 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 15/01/2026🚍 Saanich meets Jan 19, 6:30pm on the Quadra McKenzie Plan. Speak up for a McKenzie bus lane + strong renter protections. Email council@saanich.ca or call 250 475 5501 to register to speak by noon day of. 064
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 20/12/2025Billionaires pay less, so we pay more. It has to stop. Add your name to demand Canada’s wealthiest pay their fair share. share.canadianlabour.ca/s/3IGMV7xZshare.canadianlabour.ca👉Click if you agree we should tax billionaires more 👈 010
Victoria Transit Riders Union @vtru.bsky.social · 06/12/2025Use this letter template to write to the BC Minister of Transportation and your MLA to urge the provincial government to immediately implement fare-free transit for all youth and seniors, and to take concrete steps toward a completely fare-free BC! actionnetwork.org/letters/fare...actionnetwork.orgFare Free Transit for StudentsThe UBCM passed a resolution for fare free transit for Students, Write the BC Minister of Transportation and urge them to implement this. 000
