Transit

Fort Sask Transit (FST) provides two local routes that serve most regions of Fort Saskatchewan and connects riders to the Clareview LRT Station commuter bus.

Please note: Bicycles and folding bicycles are not allowed inside commuter buses for safety reasons.

Accessibility

In an effort to improve transit access for users with limited mobility, the new FST buses are specially equipped with accessible ramps and the ability to kneel and lower. Riders may request the ramp by asking the driver to activate the feature. When using our local service, a companion can ride free for helping a person with disabilities. Riders must ensure that their equipment be safely secured aboard FST vehicles.

The City is currently in the process of implementing asphalt pads at bus stops for greater accessibility throughout the transit network.

Service Dogs on Transit

Dogs trained to aid or guide persons with visual, hearing, or other disabilities, are permitted on FST buses.

Service dogs travelling on FST must be:

Trained by an ADI (Assistance Dogs International) accredited organization, or
Trained by a school that meets the qualifications of the International Guide Dog Federation's standards, or successfully tested through an approved Alberta testing facility (as designated under the Alberta Service Dogs Act)
Have training identification (by August 2018, this ID must be provided through the Government of Alberta Service ID card program), and wear a service animal vest and appropriate harness

No fare is required for the dog, but the owner of the service dog must ensure that it is kept clear of the aisle, and that it's under control at all times. Persons travelling on FST with service dogs are encouraged to sit in the priority seating area of our buses, if applicable where there is more room for the animal.

Only service dogs, accredited as noted above, will be considered; other support animals are not allowed on Fort Saskatchewan Transit vehicles or property, unless confined to a cage or approved pet carrier for the duration of time spent on Fort Saskatchewan Transit.

Arc information

Standard adult passengers can now tap their Arc cards and tickets on and off buses and LRT throughout the region. Discounted fare groups will be launched later in 2023.

To learn more about Arc, visit: myarc.ca

Please note:

Arc is NOT ready for use on FST local transit services. FST will start using Arc on local routes later in 2023.
FST local routes will continue to require paper passes, tickets, or cash for fare payment.
FST integrated passes will continue to be accepted on ETS services.

Advertising

Fort Sask Transit (FST) currently offers advertising opportunities on our transit buses running on local routes 582 and 583.

If you are interested in advertising with us:

Check out advertisement spaces available.
Download the Advertising Rates and Agreement Form and submit to FST.
Submit your advertising artwork for review. Files should be high-resolution files such as Adobe Creative Suites and not JPG or PNG.
The City will send an invoice to the address indicated in the agreement. Charges must be paid within 30 days of receipt of invoice.
You must pay the advertising cost listed on the Form in addition to the cost to produce and apply the ad with a local City approved company. Currently, only R&M Signs is allowed to apply all ads on our transit vehicles.

Additional resources

Transit Advertising Policy and Procedure

Bus tracking app

Download the Passio GO app for access to real-time bus tracking, route and schedule information as well as transit alerts.

You can also view real time bus tracking for ETS 580 here.

Fare information

When travelling on FST services, all passengers are required to pay a fare or be in possession of a valid transfer, ticket or pass as proof of payment.

Where to buy:

** October is the last month to purchase any transit fare product at Safeway and Co-Op. For November passes, please go to City Hall or the Dow Centennial Centre **

Standard Adult

Local cash fare (one way)	$2.50
Local ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$22.50
Local monthly pass	$52.50
Commuter cash fare (one way)	$5.00
Commuter ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$45.00
Commuter monthly pass	$83.00
Integrated pass (allows travel on both FST and ETS services)	$180.00

*Children under the age of 12 ride for FREE when travelling with a fare paying passenger. Children riding without another fare paying passenger will be $2.00 cash fare (one way).

Youth/Student (13-17 years old)

Local cash fare (one way)	$2.00
Local ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$16.00
Local monthly pass	$22.00
Commuter cash fare (one way)	$4.00
Commuter ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$32.00
Commuter monthly pass	$37.50
Integrated pass (allows travel on both FST and ETS services)	$112.50

*Children under the age of 12 ride for FREE when travelling with a fare paying passenger. Children riding without another fare paying passenger will be $2.00 cash fare (one way).

Senior (65+)

Local cash fare (one way)	$2.00
Local ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$16.00
Local monthly pass	$22.00
Commuter cash fare (one way)	$4.00
Commuter ticket booklet (10 tickets)	$32.00
Commuter monthly pass	$37.50
Integrated pass (allows travel on both FST and ETS services)	$71.50

U-Pass

The U-Pass is a program offered to eligible students at participating post-secondary institutions and can be used on all transit agencies in the region. The current institutions participating are: MacEwan University, NAIT, NorQuest College, and the University of Alberta.

The U-Pass product is included in Arc and is managed by each institution. Each student travelling using their U-Pass, must ensure they tap on and off the buses and LRT with their Arc/one AT NAIT card. A valid post-secondary student ID card must be presented to authorized transit personnel upon request for proof of eligibility.

U-Pass Validity Dates

Fall semester: August 25 – December 31
Winter semester: January 1 – April 30
Spring/Summer semester: May 1 – August 31

Until FST is fully launched on Arc, students will be required to flash both their Arc card and their student ID or their one AT NAIT card to the operator.

For more information on the U-Pass, students should contact their institution.

Everyone Rides

A low-income subsidy is available to all transit users.

Low-income monthly rates:

Adult Commuter: $41.50

Adult Local: $26.25

Student & Senior Commuter: $18.75

Student & Senior Local: $11.00

Find out more about the Access for Everyone Program

Additional resources

Buy ETS tickets and passes online

Holiday Service Schedules

Routes 580, 582, and 583 will NOT be in operation on the following days:

2023

Friday, April 7 (Good Friday)
Monday, May 22 (Victoria Day)
Monday, August 7 (Heritage Day)
Monday, September 4 (Labor Day)
Monday, October 9 (Thanksgiving)
Monday, December 25 (Christmas Day)
Tuesday, December 26 (Boxing Day)

Regular services will be in operation on the following days:

Monday, January 2 (New Year’s Day in lieu)
Monday, February 20 (Family Day)
Monday, July 3 (Canada Day in lieu)
Monday, November 13 (Remembrance Day in lieu)

Routes and schedules

Local routes 582 and 583 run Monday – Friday from 5:25am to 8:30pm and do not run on weekends or statutory holidays, unless otherwise specified.

Download Route 582/583 map and schedule

Route 580 offers peak hour transit services to and from the Clareview Station in northeast Edmonton.

Download Route 580 map and schedule

View the ETS 580 Real Time Map.

Special Transportation Services

Fort Lions Transportation Society (FLTS) is a group of dedicated community volunteers who oversee the operation of Accessible Minivan Services. Registration and criteria is available here.

Contact 780-940-5247 or fortlionstransportation@gmail.com for further information.

Accessible Minivan Services

Designed to meet the transportation needs of persons who require specialized transit related to wheelchair, scooter or walker use. This service operates primarily within Fort Saskatchewan for any resident registered with the FLTS who is unable to utilize the existing subsidized taxi service due to a physical disability.

Subsidized Transportation

The Fort Lions Transportation Society works to meet the transportation needs of the residents of Fort Saskatchewan. Those eligible can access subsidized transportation in Fort Saskatchewan and to Edmonton for medical appointments. The current income threshold is $29,285 (single household) and $47,545 (couple household).

In City information:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00pm
Transportation to and from any location within City limits
$5 per one-way trip

Out of City information:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only
From Fort Saskatchewan to medical services in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert or Lamont
Cost dependent on location

Terms and cancellation information:

This is a continuing arrangement whereby the vehicle driver will book you to travel at the same time each day until you cancel the service.
Book at least one day (24 hours) and up to one month in advance of your intended trip.
For cancellations, please give as much notice as possible. Repeated last minute cancellations or "no shows" when the Accessible Minivan arrives, could be considered grounds to review eligibility.

Call 780-940-5247 for more information.