Stage 2 ION@Stage2ION

Official feed for the Region of Waterloo's Stage 2 ION. For all transit related queries in Waterloo Region connect with @GRT_ROW

 Waterloo Region
grt.ca/ION
Joined May 2009
1,063 Photos and videos
For all transit queries in Waterloo Region connect with @GRT_ROW or call 519-585-7555.
1
1
10
All monthly pass autorenewals have been cancelled. If you wish to use autorenewal after free service ends, you will need to set it up again when you buy your next monthly pass. grt.ca/covid19
Person holding EasyGO fare card with laptop

ALT Person holding EasyGO fare card with laptop

3
3
6
Some good things haven't changed. 💙 #TogetherWRCan
5
19
We're upgrading more than 65 bus stops across Waterloo Region this year. Improvements include new landing pads, pads for future shelters, bike racks and pedestrian refuges. View the full list of stops and what's being upgraded: grt.ca/en/about-grt/2020-sto…
Bus stop at Queen and Woodside with shelter and stop marker.

ALT Bus stop at Queen and Woodside with shelter and stop marker.

3
3
15
Starting Monday, April 20, weekday bus service will be reduced on some routes. There are no changes to weekend service, and ION light rail will continue to run every 15 minutes. View the full list of service reductions: grt.ca/covid19
Bus in Belmont Village with tulips.

ALT Bus in Belmont Village with tulips.

1
15
14
GRT services continue to operate during these challenging times. If you do not need to travel, please stay home; reserve transit for essential trips only. Transit updates are available at grt.ca/COVID19 Let’s all do our part to #flattenthecurve.
Graphic of physical distancing on transit

ALT Graphic of physical distancing on transit

2
17
23
You're going to start seeing this sign on our buses. Remember to board through the rear doors of the bus unless you have a mobility device. Once you're on board, spread out and maintain social distancing. For transit updates, visit grt.ca/covid19
Image of rear boarding sign

ALT Image of rear boarding sign

3
14
18
Real-time departure information for ION light rail will be available on all trip planning tools later today. For service updates, check grt.ca/covid19
Train passing Duke Street Parking garage.

ALT Train passing Duke Street Parking garage.

2
5
9
We encourage all residents to practice social distancing. Keep a distance of 2 metres from others and limit the number of people you come into close contact with. This helps to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For more info visit regionofwaterloo.ca/COVID19
5
56
52
Starting today, March 18, customer service hours at the Customer Service Centre and Ainslie Street Terminal will be changed. New hours: Mon-Fri, 9:30 am - 5 pm; Sat & Sun, 10 am - 4 pm For updates, check grt.ca/covid19
Bus passing the Customer Service Centre

ALT Bus passing the Customer Service Centre

1
8
4
For the health and safety of our operators and customers, spread out when you’re on the bus or train. And please give our operators space! Stay behind the new yellow line we’ve added on the floor. #socialdistancing #flattenthecurve
Photo of bus interior showing yellow line on floor

ALT Photo of bus interior showing yellow line on floor

5
31
49
Reminder that ION light rail is running every 15 minutes starting today. We are working to update schedules. Customer displays at the stations are showing departure times. For service updates, check grt.ca/covid19
ION train at Fairway Station

ALT ION train at Fairway Station
18
16
For the health and safety of our operators and customers, please do not sit on the seats immediately behind the operator, and stay behind the yellow line. #socialdistancing #flattenthecurve
Photo of a bus showing the seats behind the operator

ALT Photo of a bus showing the seats behind the operator

1
16
37
For updates on GRT's response to COVID-19 and transit services, please visit: grt.ca/covid19 There are no changes to transit service at this time. Any changes to service will be posted on the website.
4
18
18
Tomorrow is Leap Day AND the last day of free weekend service in February! Why not leap aboard and take advantage of a free ride on all buses and ION light rail?
Bus and train passing on King Street with downtown Kitchener in the background

ALT Bus and train passing on King Street with downtown Kitchener in the background
9
28
All buses and ION light rail are free this weekend! You could head to the farmers' market, go skating, or go for a walk! So many great options to choose from - Victoria Park, Waterloo Park, Huron Natural Area, Iron Horse Trail, Mill Run Trail... What's your favourite?
ION train passing behind Uptown Waterloo rink with skaters

ALT ION train passing behind Uptown Waterloo rink with skaters
8
29
Do you have plans for the Family Day long weekend? Service on all buses and ION light rail is free this weekend, including the Family Day holiday on Monday!
Bus and train at Central Station on snowy morning

ALT Bus and train at Central Station on snowy morning

2
14
29
Stage 2 ION retweeted
Grand River Transit@GRT_ROW
7 Feb 2020
All buses and ION light rail are free this weekend! Why not head to one of the farmers' markets, go skating in @uptownwaterloo or @CityKitchener City Hall, do some shopping or head to one of the Oscar parties at @theApolloCinema or @princesscinemas?
Bus and train on King Street with downtown Kitchener in background

ALT Bus and train on King Street with downtown Kitchener in background

7
40
96
Making New Year's Eve plans? Service is free on all buses and ION light rail after 6pm! Plus extra trips added on ION light rail, routes 302, 7, 51, 204 and 206. Get home safely from your celebrations! Details: grt.ca/NYE
Bus crossing Main Street bridge in Galt with Christmas lights

ALT Bus crossing Main Street bridge in Galt with Christmas lights

2
7
22
Happy holidays!
3
27
Load more