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SpanishTransportation is cancelled to all OCDSB (English Public Gr. K-12) and OCSB (English Catholic Gr. K-12) tomorrow Feb 21 due to job action. This includes all off-site special programs. The decision will not be changed even if a strike does not occur and schools are open. For more info click here
Current Bus Status
Last Updated: Feb 20, 2020 at 09:43 PM
All transportation is running. There may be some delays.
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School Bus Safety
Read MoreParents/guardians share a role in reinforcing school bus safety. Please take the time to review school bus safety procedures with your child several times throughout the school year.
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Tentative Transportation Schedule – February 17 2020 to February 21 2020 (as of Feb 14, 2020)
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Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB – English Public) and the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB – English Catholic) have received strike notices from OECTA, ETFO, and OSSTF to occur February 21. It is imperative that we avoid confusion for thousands of drivers, parents and students, which increases risk to student
Pitter Patter Grant now available!
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The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority wants to help increase physical activity opportunities for students by supporting and expanding School Active Transportation (SAT) initiatives for elementary students. The OSTA Pitter Patter Grant is a micro-grant of up to $250, available to local schools who wish to implement or support a SAT
OSTA Annual Report
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Ottawa Student Transportation Authority is pleased to present its annual report for the 2018- 2019 year. Since 2007, OSTA has continually delivered safe and efficient transportation services for students of its Member School Boards: Ottawa-Carleton District School Board and Ottawa Catholic School Board...
School Bus Safety
School Bus Safety Tips – Check out our brochures and videos for Kindergarten students all the way up to Junior elementary students. We encourage parents to review these rules with their children before school starts!
Bus Safety Videos
Kindergarten – School Bus Safety with Buzzy the Bee
Walking School Bus
The Walking School Bus is designed to promote active transportation and healthy living for children in all grades. Led by a paid leader, students walk with a group of their peers along a specific route and schedule.
Hybrid Walking School Bus
The Hybrid Walking School Bus is designed to promote active transportation and healthy living. Led by a combination of paid leader and volunteers from the school community, students walk with a group of their peers along a specific route and schedule. All leaders are trained and vetted by the Ottawa Safety Council to make sure your child has a safe and educational walk to school.