Tuesday, November 4, 2025
The Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario and the City of Brampton are investing over $183 million to purchase 136 new buses for Brampton Transit, expanding local transit capacity, safety and user experience.
The federal government is investing $73,231,200 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Ontario government is investing $61,019,898 and the City of Brampton is contributing $48,826,902 toward the purchase of these buses.
“Transit is a lifeline for thousands of people to get to work, school, appointments, and to move around Brampton and the GTA. More buses mean faster, more reliable service for Bramptonians. This investment will make it easier to get around and will help build a cleaner future,” said Shafqat Ali, President of the Treasury Board and MP for Brampton—Chinguacousy Park.
Brampton Transit is one of the fastest growing providers in Canada. Expanding its fleet with new, modern vehicles will encourage more residents to ride the bus, reduce traffic congestion and greenhouse gas emissions.
“Today’s investment is a huge step forward for Brampton Transit, and a milestone I’m excited to share with my community. Under Premier Ford’s leadership, and as part of our plan to protect Ontario, our government is investing to keep Brampton moving. These new busses will deliver faster commutes, safer travel and a transit system that keeps pace with our growing city,” said Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation.
This investment will be used to purchase a variety of vehicles to help Brampton meet the growing demand for public transit. New vehicles include 60-foot diesel articulated buses (buses split into two sections by a flexible joint); 40-foot diesel/hybrid buses; 40-foot conventional diesel buses; 40-foot zero-emission battery electric buses; and 40-foot zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell electric buses. Forty new buses are already in service.
“Brampton is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse big cities in Canada, home to 800,000 residents and more than 110,000 businesses driving our economy. As an economic hub in the GTA, we are committed to building a modern, sustainable transit system that supports growth, reduces congestion and connects people to opportunity. These 136 new buses will allow us to meet rising demand, advance our climate goals and continue strengthening Brampton’s reputation as a forward-looking city of choice,” said Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton.
Featured image: (Government of Canada)
