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There are many exciting things happening in Edmonton. Explore the latest ETS news and events.

DATS celebrates 50 years!

Plaque celebrating DATS' 50th anniversary

In 1975, the first Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS) vehicle went into service to provide an affordable transportation service within Edmonton city limits to adults living with mobility challenges who were unable to use regular transit service.

This year, DATS turns 50 and continues to be an important part of Edmonton Transit Service. With help from over 260 combined City vehicle operators and contracted vehicle operators, DATS provided over 930,000 trips to its riders in 2024. Over the years, the service has built a community between DATS and contractor operators, their riders and local community groups. Together, they help to enhance transit accessibility in Edmonton, as well as the DATS rider experience

We are so grateful to our DATS staff and riders, and are honoured to celebrate this milestone alongside them.

Get Ready in the Park Shuttle

On Saturday, May 10, ETS will be providing free shuttle service to Get Ready in the Park on the Edmonton EXPO Centre grounds.

Auricle Local Listeners in Transit

The City, in partnership with Auricle, is kicking off the second phase of the Auricle Local Listeners in Transit project. Between February and mid-May, Auricle will set up stations in transit spaces to offer riders and the public opportunities to connect with “Local Listeners’ in vibrant and inviting spaces.

The project aims to offer the public an opportunity to share personal stories or explore others’ unique experiences in transit. The Local Listeners will ask follow-up questions for reflection to create deeper meaning and to foster a greater understanding of riders’ well-being.

Phase one of the Auricle Local Listeners in Transit project was completed in 2023, with 175 stories gathered through 14 activations at Jasper Place Transit Centre and Clareview and Churchill LRT Stations. The stories offered insights into individual experiences, perceptions and their sense of well-being in transit spaces.

Auricle Local Listeners in Transit Project

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Date	Time	Location
Saturday, May 10	10:30am-12:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Monday, May 12	2:30-4:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Wednesday, May 14	12:30-2:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Tuesday, May 20	2:30-4:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Friday, May 23	11:30am-1:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Monday, May 26	3:30-5:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Friday, May 30	5-7pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4
Sunday, June 1	12:30-2:30pm	Westmount Transit Centre/ Station 4

Times and dates are subject to change.

ETS Arc Multi-Day Passes

There’s a new way to get around Edmonton! You can now enjoy the convenience of Edmonton Transit Service for a few days at a time with an Arc 3 or 5-day pass. This is a great transit option for visitors to the city.

Simply purchase the pass at an Arc vending machine, and tap on and off each time you ride. Arc vending machines are located at the West Edmonton Mall and Mill Woods transit centres and all LRT stations.

ETS Arc 3-day passes are $24 per rider, and 5-day passes are $30 per rider, a fraction of the typical cost of taxis, ride share or parking. Kids 12 and under always ride free with a fare-paying rider.

ETS Arc multi-day passes are valid only on ETS vehicles providing regular service. They are not valid on ETS Route 747 or regional transit services, including partner agencies using Arc.

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