Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Brampton, Caledon, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program offers a 50% transit fare discount for eligible low-income residents. It supports discounted monthly passes and single fares for transit use in Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Brampton, Caledon, Mississauga
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Discounted public transit access for eligible low-income residents.
- Reduced-cost bus travel on Brampton Transit and MiWay.
- Fare support for eligible GO Transit trips.
Documents Needed
- Proof of income
- Registered PRESTO card number for each household member
- Proof of address
- Newcomer status document, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of Brampton, Caledon, or Mississauga
- Low-income adults, youth, and certain seniors
- Canadian citizens and eligible newcomers
Who is not eligible
- International students
- Foreign workers
Eligible expenses
- 50% discount on eligible bus fares
- Discounted adult monthly passes
- Discounted single fares for eligible adults, youth, and Caledon seniors
- GO Transit adult fare reimbursement for eligible monthly pass holders
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Full-price transit fares not covered by the program.
- GO Transit trips without eligibility for reimbursement.
- Applications from international students or foreign workers.
Eligible geographic areas
- Brampton
- Caledon
- Mississauga
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Applicants may be contacted for additional information.
- Approval or denial is issued by email, usually within 20 business days.
- If approved, the discount is loaded onto the registered PRESTO card at a designated location.
- Applicants must reapply when the 12-month period ends.
Additional information
- The program is a partnership between Peel Region, Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga.
- Applicants must use a registered PRESTO card to receive the discount.
- Applications can be re-submitted after the 12-month discount period ends.
- Some applicants may also qualify for GO Transit reimbursement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Affordable Transit Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Affordable Transit Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Affordable Transit Program?
The program offers a 50% transit fare discount for eligible low-income residents. It supports discounted monthly passes and single fares for transit use in Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga.
How much funding can be received?
Affordable Transit Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Affordable Transit Program program?
To be eligible for the Affordable Transit Program program, you must:
Resident of Brampton, Caledon, or Mississauga
Income below program thresholds
Valid PRESTO card required
What expenses are eligible under Affordable Transit Program?
Discounted public transit access for eligible low-income residents.
Reduced-cost bus travel on Brampton Transit and MiWay.
Fare support for eligible GO Transit trips.
Who can I contact for more information about the Affordable Transit Program?
You can contact Region of Peel by email at affordabletransitprogram@peelregion.ca or by phone at 905-793-9200.
Where is the Affordable Transit Program available?
The Affordable Transit Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Affordable Transit Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Affordable Transit Program is a Other Support