Residents who are unable to board the conventional transit system or walk a distance of 175 meters due to a physical disability are eligible to use the North Bay ParaBus.
Applications are available at the Transit Terminal located at 190 Wyld Street.
An copy of the application form is also available to fill and print.
After submission of a complete application, North Bay ParaBus staff will respond within 14 days either approving or declining the application.
Based on the application information and the client's needs, approved applications will fall into one of the following eligibility categories:
For those applications who do not qualify for Specialized Transit, on request, the team at North Bay Transit will provide Travel Training. Travel Training will include a demonstration of the accessibility features on the conventional transit system, provide schedule information, and provide a brief customized training session based on the client's own travel needs.
Once your application has been approved, you can request the ParaBus up to 30 days in advance, but must book no later than noon 2 days before your appointment in order to ensure a ride.
Monday to Friday: |
7:30 am - 11:00 pm |
Saturday: |
9:00 am - 11:00 pm |
Sunday: |
9:30 am - 6:00 pm |
Monday to Friday: |
7:00 am to 5:00 pm |
Telephone: |
705-476-5530 |
Fax: |
705-476-5308 |
The fare is $3.00 per rider (1-way trip for all registered riders and their attendants) Note: Only exact cash is accepted.
A multiple fare cards is $27.00
If you are going to use the ParaBus on a regular basis such as to and from work/school or for medical appointments, you may book your trips up to a month in advance or request subscription service.
Bookings for Saturday, Sunday and Monday must be be called in before noon on Thursday.
You must be registered with ParaBus to use the service.
Please book early. Reservations are accepted up-to 30 days in advance, but you must book no later than noon 2 business days before your appointment to ensure a ride.
If you have to cancel a trip, please do so as early as possible, so that we can reschedule trips to accommodate others.