Proposed Variable Transportation Policy
- Friday, 06 February 2015 12:27
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OSTA is seeking your feedback regarding a new proposed policy that recognizes some students have two homes due to a joint custody/access arrangement between their parents/guardians. The proposed policy and draft procedure outline the requirements and responsibilities for all parties while ensuring that safety of the student is at the […]
Final Bell Times and Walk Zones for September 2015
- Wednesday, 04 February 2015 12:29
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Approval of recommendations for bell time changes for the 2015-2016 school year have been completed. On November 10, 2014, the OSTA Board of Directors’ approved bell time changes of 10 minutes or less. On January 27, 2015, Member Boards were presented with bell time changes greater than 10 minutes and […]
Bell Time Review – Update!
- Thursday, 13 November 2014 12:30
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After conducting the Public Consultation this past spring, OSTA has reviewed all the feedback regarding the Proposed Bell Time Changes (School Hours) and has made recommendations for approval of bell time changes of 10 minutes or less to the OSTA Board of Directors’ on November 10, 2014. These bell times […]
NEW! Change to Eligibility Requirements for OCDSB Secondary School Students
- Monday, 25 August 2014 12:36
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The eligibility requirements for students in grades 9-12 have changed for September 2014. All students meeting the 3.2km distance criteria from their designated school, regardless of the Urban Transit Area or financial need are eligible to receive transportation services. Congregated stops will continue for rural students to special program schools. Please […]
The Walking School Bus is Here!
- Sunday, 24 August 2014 12:45
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OSTA, in partnership with Ottawa Public Health, Ottawa Safety Council and Green Communities Canada has launched the Ottawa Walking School Bus Pilot Project at 6 schools in Ottawa. To find out if your school is taking part and to register your child, view the Walking School Bus Pilot Project Info +
School Bus Service for 2014-2015
- Tuesday, 06 May 2014 12:53
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OSTA has secured yellow bus transportation services for the 2014-15 school year. All routes will remain consistent from this year to September 2014, barring any minor adjustments due to load factors and distribution of students. This occurs every year. We anticipate that many drivers will continue to operate the same […]
OSTA’s Newsletter
- Monday, 03 February 2014 13:14
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Stay tuned to this newsletter for information about changes to transportation services, opportunities to become involved in consultative processes, and ways in which you can improve the health of your child(ren) through active transportation initiatives. To find out more, check out our OSTA Newsletter +
Bell Time Review
- Monday, 27 January 2014 13:15
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The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority is undergoing a transformation in order to meet the Ministry’s Efficiency and Effectiveness goals (see E&E Leading Practices Guideline). The key elements that lead to routing efficiency are as follows: 1. One set of walk zone maps using the same distance measurement for both school […]
OSTA Collective Bargaining Process
- Friday, 01 November 2013 13:18
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A recent strike vote by OSTA’s unionized staff will not impact OSTA’s transportation services in the immediate future. It is “business as usual” while OSTA and the OSSTF bargaining units continue the bargaining process. OSTA will communicate with school staff and parents as the process unfolds.
Multiple Delays for First Student
- Thursday, 17 October 2013 13:18
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Due to heavy police presence on Merivale Rd, portions of Merivale Rd are currently closed to all traffic. As such any school buses that have been parked at the Jamie yard, are going to be significantly slowed in departing from there. The Police have advised First Student they will allow […]