Travel for a toonie around Orillia in 2026

Orillia transit is dropping its prices in January 2026.

In an unprecedented move, the City of Orillia is dropping its bus fare in the new year.

Launching a 15-month pilot program, the city is offering public transportation for riders with reduced transit fares beginning January 1, 2026.

A standard transit fare will be reduced to just $2 and $30 for an unlimited 30-day pass or $1 per trip.

“Putting people first is the foundation of this initiative,” said Don McIsaac, Mayor of Orillia. “Affordable transit means more opportunity, more mobility, and a stronger, more connected community. This pilot program reinforces our commitment to making Orillia more inclusive and accessible by ensuring that safe, affordable transit is within reach for all.”

The program runs from January 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.

It will be available for regular and specialized transit services, including reductions on standard single-ride fares, 30-day cOnnect passes, group rates, as well as implementation of a seven-day cOnnect pass.

Fares remain free for children under 12 when riding with a paying adult, teens using cOnnect passes and CNIB cardholders.

Seniors will still benefit from the existing reduced fare of $2.