Press Release - Leave the driving to YRT/Viva this New Year’s Eve

Leave the car at home and enjoy a free ride after 7 p.m. on YRT/Viva services

NEWMARKET – Celebrate this New Year’s Eve and get home safely on YRT/Viva. The Regional Municipality of York will once again offer complimentary YRT/Viva rides starting at 7 p.m. on December 31st until the early hours of New Year’s Day. "We’re very pleased to offer complimentary YRT/Viva service for all residents and visitors to York Region this New Year’s Eve," said York Region Chairman and CEO Bill Fisch. “This convenient service provides a safe and worry-free alternative to driving during this evening of celebration.”

The complimentary New Year's Eve service is available on all YRT/Viva, TTC and Brampton transit routes operating within York Region, starting at 7:00 p.m. on December 31st. Extended late evening service will be available on select routes until approximately 3 a.m. Complimentary Mobility Plus rides after 7 p.m. will be also be available for registered Mobility Plus users.

"It’s best to leave the car at home if you plan to attend a party where alcohol is involved,” said York Regional Police Chief Armand La Barge. "Using public transit is a great way to leave the safe driving to someone else — to and from your event." On Monday, December 31st, YRT/Viva will be operating on a regular weekday schedule with some minor schedule adjustments. On Tuesday, January 1st, YRT/Viva will be operating on a Sunday service schedule.

Riders are encouraged to visit the YRT/Viva website at www.yrt.ca, or contact the Customer Service Centre at 1-866-MOVE-YRT (668-3978) to confirm route and schedule information.