Timmins Transit Offers Free Rides on Earth Day
Timmins Transit will provide free bus rides on Monday, April 22, in observance of Earth Day. This initiative aims to encourage the use of public transportation, which can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve energy by decreasing the number of private vehicles on the road.
According to Timmins Transit, public transportation offers several benefits:
- Transit operators generally have more driver training, drive at lower speeds, and avoid high-risk driving situations, contributing to safer roads.
- Public transit reduces traffic congestion, which is particularly helpful during busy road construction and maintenance periods.
- Using public transit can increase physical activity, as a bus ride often involves walking to and from bus stops.