Description
A successful transit network relies on connections, and transit exchanges are places where many routes come together. The key to successful transit exchanges is making sure they operate efficiently and are comfortable places to be with readily available information for riders. The TMP recommends leveraging senior government funding for transit infrastructure to pay for upgrades to several transit exchanges.
Bus stops should be recognizable, accessible, and comfortable places for people to wait for the bus. Upgrades to aging or substandard bus stops will continue, with a focus on high-activity locations.
The City is responsible for transit infrastructure such as bus stops and exchanges.
The Transportation Master Plan (TMP) includes funds for transit priority infrastructure along key corridors such as Springfield Road, Glenmore Road, Gordon Drive, Hollywood Road, and Rutland Road. New infrastructure such as queue jump lanes and signal priority can make transit faster and more reliable with modest investment.
In 2024 the City constructed four new bus stops, upgraded eight existing stops, and added three new shelters to improve accessibility, comfort, and convenience for riders. 187 out of Kelowna’s 622 bus stops are outfitted with shelters (excludes stops, shelters in partner community areas served by the regional transit system).
We also completed detailed design for two transit exchange expansions - Rutland and Okanagan College exchanges, and preliminary design for Mission Exchange renewal and expansion. These projects will facilitate future service expansions and included feasibility assessment for on-route battery electric bus charging infrastructure.