Create a National Bus Service Now

Greyhound is pulling its services out of Canada, leaving many rural and low-income communities stranded. [1] It’s a massive loss to all of us who rely on Greyhound to get to work, visit our families, and access critical services.

Private companies are clamouring to fill the gap Greyhound left behind — but they’re fully prepared to abandon remote and Indigenous communities in favour of more lucrative routes. [2] This move could mean social and economic isolation for thousands. And for many Indigenous women, the difference between a bus ride and a hitchhike could be life and death. [3]

With entire communities deserted for the bottom line, it’s never been more clear that we need a publicly funded, national bus service that is safe, reliable, and affordable.

The federal government is in crisis talks to replace Greyhound — and companies like Megabus are fighting hard to get in on the new market. [4] Time is short — but a massive injection of public pressure could be enough to force a publicly-funded national bus service into the federal conversation.

Will you add your name to stand up for accessible, affordable, and green transportation for all?

[1] https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/greyhound-canada-1.6025276

[2] https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/greyhound-bus-column-don-pittis-1.6026564

[3] https://globalnews.ca/news/7860104/greyhound-closure-disaster-communities/

[4] https://globalnews.ca/news/7863365/megabus-ottawa-toronto-kingston-greyhound-canada/