Support for Public Transit Across Nova Scotia

News release

Support for Public Transit Across Nova Scotia

6 July 2026 | 12:34 PM

Public Works

The Pictou County Transit Authority is one of six recipients of funding through the Public Transit Assistance Program. (Contributed)

Public transit services in towns across Nova Scotia are receiving provincial funding to make it easier for residents to get to work and school, and meet other transportation needs.

A total of $925,000 from the Public Transit Assistance Program will help six municipalities and community organizations operating a fixed-route service buy vehicles, bus terminals, shelters and other capital assets.

“Having transit services available means residents have affordable options as they travel for their daily needs,” said Public Works Minister Fred Tilley. “Whether it’s a trip to the pharmacy, the grocery store or to visit friends, transportation means independence and access.”

Tidal Transit is receiving $375,000 to help keep its vehicles safe, reliable and on the road through fleet stabilization, which includes regular maintenance, timely repairs, and fuel and route management to help support the delivery of rural public transit services in the western Annapolis Valley.

The other recipients are:

Antigonish Community Transit Society, $25,000

Cape Breton Regional Municipality, $425,000

Pictou County Transit Authority, $25,000

Strait Area Transit Co-operative Ltd., $50,000

Town of Bridgewater, $25,000.

Quotes: “Provincial funding through the Public Transit Assistance Program supports the ongoing renewal and modernization of the Tidal Transit system. This investment helps support safe, reliable and accessible transit for the communities we serve across western Nova Scotia.”

— Meg Hodges, General Manager, Tidal Transit

Quick Facts:

fixed-route transit services offer a predictable service schedule with designated stops

the Public Transit Assistance Program is one of three provincial programs that provide grants to support community transportation and transit services in rural communities across the province

continued community and public transportation support is recommended in the Regional Transportation Plan under action 3.2.1