The Transit Code

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Your guide to passenger conduct and policies on Halifax Transit

The Transit Code is a guide for passenger conduct and policies on Halifax Transit. Whether you’re on a bus or a ferry or at Halifax Transit terminals and facilities, follow the Transit Code to help make everyone’s ride on Halifax Transit enjoyable and safe. Get On Board.

Click here to view a PDF version of the Transit Code.

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Transit accessibility
Accessible transit means more than just physical accessibility. It means freedom, independence and connection to community.
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Passenger courtesy
Being considerate of your fellow passengers helps to ensure everyone, including yourself, has a positive transit experience. Follow these tips to keep Halifax Transit rolling smoothly.
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Prohibited behaviour
The following is not acceptable on vehicles, vessels and properties owned and operated by Halifax Transit. If you witness or experience this behaviour on Halifax Transit, notify transit staff or call 311.
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Passenger policies & guidelines
To help us provide a safe and enjoyable ride, please follow Halifax Transit's passenger policies and guidelines.
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The eight
principles of 
the Transit Code

The Transit Code is built on eight guiding principles that create a safe, courteous and respectful environment for all.

  1. Respect one another

  2. Be inclusive

  3. Mind each other's 
    space and privacy

  4. Be safe, for yourself 
    and others

  5. Do not litter or 
    deface property

  6. Communicate calmly

  7. Be courteous and kind

  8. Honour diversity, equality 
    & the rights of all

Thank you for being courteous and respectful of Transit Employees and your fellow passengers.

Transit tips

Transit Tip: Keep your backpack in front of you
Transit Tip: Offer your seat
Transit Tip: Know your bus number

Click here to view more Transit Tips.