Travel Passes for Individuals with Disabilities

 

There are many opportunities for those with developmental disabilities to travel at a reduced rate and/or to bring an attendant.   

 

Translink has a paratransit system called HandyDart. Also, individuals over 12 years old can apply for a HandyCard which allows them to travel on all transit vehicles with an attendant.
https://www.translink.ca/rider-guide/transit-accessibility/handydart 

 

 

BC Ferries: Discounted fares are available for BC residents who have a permanent disability. To receive the discounted fares, you must apply for a BC Ferries’ Accessible Fare Identification Card. The discounted fare applies to the cardholder and escort, if one is required
https://www.bcferries.com/accessibility 

 

 

Air Canada: On flights within Canada, Air Canada allows those with a significant disability to travel with a support person. The support person is not charged an air fare, but must pay applicable taxes. An application form must be completed.
https://www.aircanada.com/ca/en/aco/home/plan/accessibility.html 

 

 

WestJet: WestJet offers a program similar to that offered by Air Canada.
https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/special-needs/personal-attendant