Free Transit Pass information

September 3, 2026

Free transit will be available to Winnipeg youth this fall, thanks to a partnership between the Manitoba government and the City of Winnipeg.

Below is some need-to-know information on the free transit passes for Pembina Trails students:

Pass distribution

Students will be able to access passes through their school as part of a staged roll-out beginning the first week of the 2026-2027 school year.

September 8, 2026: Grades 11 and 12
September 23, 2026: Grades 9 and 10
September 29, 2026: Grades 6 (age 12+), 7 and 8

If a pass is required by a student sooner than their grade eligibility, we encourage you to talk to their school administration so that a pass can be made available to them.

Permission required

In the interest of safety and ensuring that parents/guardians stay informed, Pembina Trails School Division is requiring parents/guardians to provide their permission for students age 12 to 17 to receive a transit pass. School administrators will reach out to their communities directly for this.

Other info

We ask that parents, caregivers, and guardians emphasize to students the importance of keeping their pass safe and not losing or damaging their pass.
Passes are valid for a full year and will expire on August 31, 2027.
Passes issued to students are not transferable and are for the student’s use only.
Students in grades 10 to 12 are encouraged to carry their student ID together with their pass, but this will not be a barrier to accessing transit.

As per current Winnipeg Transit policy, children aged 11 and under are able to ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying customer.

For information on transit scheduling, routes, or on how to use Winnipeg Transit, students, families, and care-providers are encouraged to access: Winnipeg.ca/youthridefree.

If you are a Pembina Trails parent/guardian and have questions or concerns regarding transit passes, please contact your school's administration.