Last Updated on: 12th April 2022, 10:46 am
The OSTA 2021-2023 Strategic Plan has recently been approved by our Board of Directors. Find out how we’re moving forward as an Organization by delivering safe, efficient, effective and equitable multi-modal transportation solutions for students with superior customer service for OCDSB and OCSB.
About OSTA
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is responsible for all home-to-school transportation on behalf of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) and the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB).
OSTA delivers safe and efficient transportation services to over 124,000 students at both its Member School Boards using yellow buses, wheelchair buses, school purpose vans and School Active Transportation programs.
Our Service area covers 2,670 sq. km and includes 227 schools.
Mission Statement
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority delivers safe, efficient, effective and equitable multi-modal transportation solutions for students with superior customer service for OCDSB and OCSB.
Vision Statement
The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority is recognized as a leader in student transportation as we:
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School Active Transportation
Since 2014, OSTA has been a leading promoter of Active Transportation by improving resources and supporting students and schools through innovative programs and initiatives: