📋 Eligible Entities - Public transit authorities and transit operators - Municipal governments and regional municipalities - Indigenous communities and Indigenous-led organizations - Non-profit organizations delivering public transit services - Public-private partnerships (PPPs) with public sector lead - Consortium groups of eligible entities working collaboratively - Organizations must demonstrate service to rural or remote communities - Applicants must be registered Canadian entities with legal authority to operate transit services ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant structure: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Funding range: Typically up to 50% of eligible project costs - Matching requirement: Applicants must secure 50% co-funding from provincial/territorial, municipal, or private sources - Project scale: Varies by application; assess individual program guidelines for maximum per-project caps - Payment model: Contribution paid upon project completion and expense verification - No repayment obligation: Funds are non-recoverable grants ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Vehicle acquisition: Purchase of buses, vans, e-bikes, e-scooters, and other transit vehicles - Infrastructure development: Transit stations, shelters, charging stations, and bike racks - Technology systems: Ticketing platforms, real-time passenger information systems, dispatch software - Accessibility improvements: Wheelchair lifts, low-floor vehicles, audio-visual announcements - Safety equipment: Emergency communication systems, security cameras, lighting - Micromobility hubs: Stations and supporting infrastructure for e-bikes and shared mobility - On-demand transit technology: Software and systems for flexible routing services - Professional fees: Engineering, design, and project management costs directly tied to capital assets ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Service area requirement: Project must serve rural, remote, or underserved communities - Sustainability plan: Applicants must demonstrate long-term operational and financial viability - Public consultation: Evidence of community engagement in project planning required - Compliance: Adherence to federal accessibility, safety, and environmental standards mandatory - Reporting obligations:
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