Ottawa Transportation Tips

Transportation in Ottawa

The public transportation system in Ottawa (OC Transpo) requires proof that you're a full-time student in order to get the student bus pass (MUCH cheaper than the adult pass). I was able to squeak by by showing them a letter I asked Cindy for on official letterhead which stated I was a student. However, OC Transpo also told me that they would have accepted a letter of offer from my co-op employer as proof of my student status. I think it also depends on what OC Transpo employee you get; some are a bit more lenient than others in what they require for proof of student status.

I guess the summary for Ottawa-bound students is to try and get a letter from the FIMS office stating you're a student, and take your letter of offer with you when you try and get a student bus pass.

Thanks and regards,

~Lisa
Fall Co-op

Saskatoon Advice

For students thinking of going to Saskatoon for coop, they should know that the transit system is not the best out here and they would be best off living in Varstity Park, Haultain, Nutana, Buena Vista areas.

Also, they should be checking the StarPhoenix for postings (along with the University off campus housing site), as this is where most of the postings are found.
Hope this helps!

Jill ~ Fall Co-op