N.S. exploring potential transit system linking Halifax to three rural communities
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HALIFAX – The Nova Scotia government is considering to build a new transit network to link Halifax with three rural communities, and looking for a partner for the proposed new service.
The province issued a request for information Wednesday from potential service providers for a new system connecting the capital city with Truro, Wolfville and Bridgewater. It said the inter-municipal transit system would ideally offer regular, dependable travel along routes for daily commuting.
The Department of Public Works says the network would connect to existing fixed-route services run by municipalities.
Public Works Minister Fred Tilley said in a statement he’s heard loud and clear that a regional public transit system is needed in Nova Scotia. “Frequent, reliable and affordable transit service means more options to access jobs, schools, health care and daily needs.”
An inter-municipal transit system was among the recommendations included in a regional transit plan released last summer by Link Nova Scotia — the Crown corporation responsible for long-term public transit projects — and a consulting company. In its response, the government said the idea was a “key priority.”
The first of the three proposed transit lines would go from Halifax toward Windsor, Glooscap First Nation, Wolfville and end in Kentville. The second line would travel to Elmsdale, Stewiacke and Truro. The third would run from Halifax to Hubbards, Chester, Bridgewater, Lunenburg and Mahone Bay.
Joyce Carter, president and CEO of Halifax International Airport Authority, said in a statement she’s pleased to see this idea move forward. “Better regional transit connections will help improve access to jobs, services and communities across the province, while enhancing the overall travel experience for those travelling to, from and within our region,” Carter said.
The request for information is aimed at identifying prospective service providers and to help the government understand potential challenges with the plan. Interested parties have until May 20 to submit information to the province.
The proposed transit service would run from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. The province expects the service lines would need between 11 and 15 wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 15, 2026.