Ontario Construction News staff writer
The City of Burlington is set to receive a nearly $14 million investment to enhance its public transit infrastructure through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF), announced today in partnership with the federal government.
Funding will go to long-term planning and the modernization of its transit system, maintain and improve existing assets and expand the system to accommodate population growth.
The Canada Public Transit Fund is the largest public transit investment in Canadian history. This stable, long-term funding will enable municipalities and transit agencies to plan and implement projects that meet their needs well into the future.
“Investing in public transit is essential for reducing congestion, protecting the environment, and supporting business. I am thankful for the federal government’s investment, which ensures we have the resources to build a sustainable transit system for the future,” said Mayor Marianne Meed Ward.
Beginning in 2026-27, funds will be provided to the city, contingent on submitting a capital plan and signing a funding agreement.
Burlington Transit currently operates 70 conventional buses and 15 specialized vehicles, with a 40% increase in ridership from 2019 to 2024. In 2024, over 68,000 specialized transit trips were made.
Burlington’s population is projected to grow by over 40% in the next 25 years, and this investment will support the city’s current and future residents.
“Through the Canada Public Transit Fund, we are partnering with communities across the country to meet long-term transit needs,” said Pam Damoff, MP for Oakville North—Burlington. “This investment will improve existing services and allow Burlington Transit to expand in line with community growth.”
