Courtesy on board
Travelling together involves:
Being respectful
No form of violence will be tolerated, whether verbal or physical, towards the driver or others.
Travelling together involves:
Lowering the volume
Try not to disturb others when listening to your music or chatting on the phone or with your neighbour.
Travelling together involves:
Offering your seat
Expectant mothers, children, the elderly or people with reduced mobility may need to sit down.
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Respecting smoke-free areas
Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside bus shelters. If you must indulge, be sure to stay as far away as possible from the waiting areas.
Travelling together involves:
Being ready to board
Have your pass or fare in hand, make sure the driver can see you, and signal your intention to board.
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Keeping it clean
Keep your feet off the seats and pick up your trash on the bus and in the waiting areas.
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Going easy on fragrances
Limit the use of scented products as they can bother some people or cause allergic reactions.
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Waiting your turn
Line up, let people off the bus, and wait your turn before boarding.
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Moving towards the back
This will enable other riders to board.
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Making room
Keep your bags near you and avoid cluttering up the aisle or other seats.
These tips stem from By-law 100 concerning the conduct of public transit riders on STO buses and throughout the STO system.