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Calgary Transit Proposes Zone-Based Fare System: A Feasibility Study

Calgary Transit is considering a significant overhaul of its fare system, potentially implementing zone-based or distance pricing. This proposal comes as the city councils infrastructure committee has approved a study on the feasibility of these changes. The shift towards tap-on, tap-off technology, with only six percent of revenue coming from cash, has led to an increase in mobile tickets and card usage. The proposed principles for fair and easy payments include public input to test ideas like distance fares. However, the fairness of the new system has sparked debate among councillors, with some arguing it could disproportionately affect suburban riders, while others support it as a way to reflect real usage and boost cost recovery. The city plans to engage with Calgarians to gauge support for the proposed changes, aiming to maintain accessibility while reflecting actual usage patterns.

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