The investment will go towards Transdev Canada’s ongoing initiative to electrify its school buses. This effort will add to the company’s 82 electric buses already on the road in Quebec. The strategic move aligns with Transdev Canada’s commitment to sustainability, reducing carbon emissions and contributing to a cleaner, greener future for the communities it serves.
"We are delighted to receive this significant investment from the Canada Infrastructure Bank, which will play an important role in our efforts to electrify our school bus fleet. This funding not only supports our commitment to environmental sustainability, but also enables us to provide safer, more efficient and quieter transportation options for the students and communities we serve."
Arthur Nicolet, CEO of Transdev Canada
Transdev Canada is at the forefront of adopting innovative solutions to improve the overall transportation experience while reducing its environmental impact. The electrification of the school bus fleet is a crucial step towards achieving these goals, and is part of the Group’s overall strategy to transition to cleaner, more sustainable transportation alternatives.
The financing provided by the Infrastructure Bank of Canada reaffirms the government’s commitment to investing in sustainable infrastructure projects that create lasting benefits for Canadians. By supporting the electrification of school buses, this initiative contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality and promoting a healthier environment for generations to come.
Transdev Canada expresses its gratitude to the Canada Infrastructure Bank for recognizing and supporting the company’s vision for a cleaner, more sustainable future for transportation. The collaboration between Transdev Canada and the CIB underscores the importance of partnerships in stimulating positive change and promoting sustainable practices within the transportation sector.
As an operator and global integrator of mobility, Transdev –The mobility company –empowers freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good. We are proud to provide 11 million passenger trips on average every day thanks to efficient, easy to use and environmentally-friendly transportation services that connect people and communities. In 2024, present in 6 Provinces and one Territory, Transdev Canada has more than 5000 employees operating in transit, paratransit, student transportation, medical transportation, and rail sectors. Transdev is also the operator of the future Hurontario light rail in the Greater Toronto Area, as a member of the Mobilinx consortium, and of the future Ontario Line metro as a member of the Connect 6ix consortium.