Transit is an important part of our transportation network. BC Transit provides the transit service in Saanich.
McKenzie RapidBus Corridor Study
The District of Saanich and BC Transit are undertaking the McKenzie RapidBus Corridor Study. The purpose of the study is to develop a conceptual design for a RapidBus service connection on McKenzie Avenue between Highway 17 and the University of Victoria campus.
High-capacity bus service is part of a long-term vision to develop a safe, connected and convenient transportation corridor on McKenzie Avenue that will allow people to walk, cycle and use transit more often. The conceptual design will incorporate new and improved transit stations, fully accessible active transportation infrastructure, and public realm improvements to support the development of a complete street.
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What is RapidBus?
RapidBus is transit service that outperforms personal vehicles. It is frequent, fast, and reliable transit service that supports increased ridership. Compared to local bus service, RapidBus has higher passenger volumes, operates on streets designed with dedicated bus lanes and has fewer stops. RapidBus is the spine of the transit network, working in coordination with local bus service.
How can I get involved?
Check back here to learn more about upcoming engagement opportunities.
For more information about the Study contact:
Megan Squires, Senior Transportation Planner
- Phone: (250) 475-5575
- Email: megan.squires@saanich.ca
For more information visit:
BC Transit - Victoria Regional Rapid Transit
Victoria Regional RapidBus Implementation Strategy
South Island Transportation Strategy
Moving Saanich Forward - Active Transportation Plan
Bus Stops
You’ll find more than 700 bus stops in Saanich. BC Transit places them after consultating with us.
Once established, we maintain the stops.
Bus Shelters
Each year we try to install 15 new bus shelters. We coordinate installation with BC Transit.
You’ll find bus shelters at stops that:
- Are busy.
- Have long wait times between buses.