Projet Montreal proposes social pricing for low-income public transit users

Montreal’s incumbent party is promising a new public transit fare system for lower-income commuters should the party be re-elected.

Project Montreal leader Luc Rabouin said “social pricing” would mean those earning less than $30,000 per year would be eligible for monthly transit passes at the same price as students: $62.75/month.

That price would mean a $500 annual saving for the 175,000 Montrealers, the party said.

“We want to take care of our people,” Rabouin said. “For those who are struggling to make ends meet, every dollar counts. With social pricing, we are ensuring that public transport remains an affordable and accessible solution.”

The party says the project is expected to cost around $40 million, which is the same price as the already-implemented free public transit for seniors program.

Projet Montreal said it would continue that program.