NEWS RELEASE - January 13, 2023

 

The launch of Temiskaming Transit is underway and positive steps continue. Voyago has reported onboarding and training of employees is currently underway with safety inspections and licensing of the transit fleet progressing well.

 

A Voyago Shuttle Service is expected to be operational sometime next week.

This Shuttle Service will be confirmed Monday January 16, 2023. Taxi Service will be available regardless.

It is expected this Shuttle Service (once operational) will operate during peak times with the following schedule:

 

SHUTTLE BUS

6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

and

2:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm

 

Service will continue to be available with DK’s Taxi to fill in the gaps between the hours of:

 

TAXI SERVICE

10:00 am to 2:00 pm

and

6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Last TAXI leaving Walmart)

 

 

Every effort will be made to adhere as closely as possible to the regular Transit Stop times, however delays are expected. Please plan accordingly.

 

Please note the Temiskaming Transit Committee will undertake a full review of the service disruption soon.  

 

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding while we work through this transition. Updates will be posted as they become available.

 

Jeff Laferriere, Mayor

City of Temiskaming Shores