Notice: Student Presto Cards

Tuesday, 31 March 2020 10:11

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To all students:  

If you do not need to travel, then stay home.  If you must take public transit for essential travel, such as going to a job or to help a family member, you may use your School Board Presto Card for the foreseeable future. 

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Student Active Transportation Toolkit for Educators

Thursday, 26 March 2020 10:05

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During these challenging times, we wanted to share some good news… the Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA), in collaboration with EnviroCentre, has been working on a Walk to School Day Event Planning Toolkit, which is now complete! You can access the full Toolkit and all supplemental resources on OSTA’s website […]

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OSTA Closure

Friday, 13 March 2020 16:47

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OSTA is closed until further notice due to the COVID emergency shut-down. Please complete an online transportation issues form on www.ottawaschoolbus.ca and we will do our best to address your concern. Voice mails will not be returned.

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Transportation Changes for Students on First Student and Campeau Bus Routes

Tuesday, 10 March 2020 11:36

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Due to changes in the transportation market, First Student Transportation is taking over Campeau Bus routes. This will require renumbering of routes. The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is working with both Operators to ensure a smooth transition and no service disruptions. We appreciate your patience as we work through this process. […]

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Transportation Changes for Students on Stock/National Bus Routes

Tuesday, 03 March 2020 09:19

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Due to changes in the transportation market, Roxborough Bus Lines will be taking over Stock/National Transportation Bus routes. The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is working with both Operators to ensure a smooth transition and no service disruptions. We appreciate your patience as we work through this process. The Changes Bus […]

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Have you heard? Grassy Plains Drive has a new sidewalk!

Monday, 02 March 2020 14:05

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Your transportation may be changing for Bridlewood ES, Roch Carrier ES, and St. Anne Catholic ES…

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Tentative Transportation Schedule – March 2 2020 to March 6 2020 (as of Feb 28, 2020)

Friday, 28 February 2020 18:32

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Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB – English Catholic) has received a strike notice from OECTA to occur March 5. It is imperative that we avoid confusion for thousands of drivers, parents and students, which increases risk to student safety, especially in this cold winter weather…

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Pitter Patter Grant now available!

Friday, 07 February 2020 11:38

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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…

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