Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,
HSR transit users can now track buses in real-time after the system was affected due to the cyberattack back in February.
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Continue reading “Real-time tracking is back”This post, from July 14, has details on bus tracking through 3rd party applications being restored.
HSR transit users can now track buses in real-time after the system was affected due to the cyberattack back in February.
For more details, please continue reading below…
Continue reading “Real-time tracking is back”This post, from February 24, has information on the upcoming SheMoves event hosted by HSR, for women who may want to explore a career as an HSR operator.
The HSR will soon be looking to recruit new bus operators to join its team. With a focus on women, who remain under-represented in the industry, the HSR will be hosting a special information session on March 8th to encourage more women to consider a career in transit.
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Continue reading “SheMoves: Celebrating Women in Public Transit Careers”This post, from November 27, has information on Council ratifying a four-year collective agreement with ATU Local 107.
Council has ratified a four-year collective agreement with ATU Local 107, the union representing HSR bus operators, mechanics and other transit workers.
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Continue reading “Council ratifies Collective Agreement with Transit Union”This post, from August 27, contains reminders for commuters and parents as school returns for another year.
The City of Hamilton is reminding all residents to be watchful and pay extra attention on the roads, as students hit the streets in Ward 8 as school starts again.
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Continue reading “Back to School: Road Safety reminder for parents, students and commuters”This post, from June 23, has details on how youth can ride the HSR for 50% off this summer.
The HSR is once again offering half price fares to youth who hold a PRESTO card.
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Continue reading “Youth ride 50% off with a PRESTO card”This post, from December 7, has details on the HSR’s winter schedule – which starts January 1.
The City of Hamilton has released its winter schedule, with improved service along the Upper James corridor. The winter schedule will begin operating from January 1 to April 29, 2023.
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Continue reading “HSR releases Winter Schedule and Service Updates”This post, from May 20, has details on a promotion helping to make transit more affordable this summer for young Hamiltonians.
The HSR is slashing its fares for youth and young adults getting to their destinations this summer, as PRESTO riders will see a 50% discount every time they choose the HSR.
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Continue reading “HSR’s new youth fare promotion makes travelling on transit more affordable this summer”This post, from February 18, has information on a free child PRESTO giveaway thanks to a partnership between the HPL and HSR.
Two well-known Hamilton entities have partnered to allow children with an Hamilton Public Library card to ride the HSR for free (while supplies last).
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Continue reading “HSR partnering with the HPL to offer kids a free PRESTO card”This post, from January 21, has details on improvements and service enhancements along the A-line corridor.
The City plans to invest an additional $5.5 million in the 2022 transit budget, which will mean expanded service for Mountain residents especially along the Upper James corridor.
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Continue reading “Expanded HSR service coming for Mountain residents”This post, from January 7, has information on the HSR implementing a modified schedule starting January 23.
For those who utilize the HSR on a daily basis, please be advised that it will be modifying its schedule due to the lack of in-person schooling and rising COVID-19 cases.
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Continue reading “Modified HSR winter schedule to take effect January 23”