Listen Live
Listen Live

BC Transit unveils new digital payment system

BC Transit is set to launch a new digital payment system in the West Kootenays and Cranbrook.

The new system, Umo (pronounced “you-mo”), will introduce contactless payments and other fare payment methods.

Once the program is launched, you will have the choice of using the Umo Mobility app or a reloadable card as your payment method.

You can learn more here or at one of the following events:

  • Castlegar
    • Community Complex
      • Tue, May 28 – 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
      • Thur, May 30 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Cranbrook
    • Public Library main entrance
      • Wed, May 29 – 10 a.m. to noon.
    • Real Canadian Superstore
      • Thur, May 30 – 10 a.m. to noon.
    • Tamarack Centre main entrance
      • Thur, May 30 – 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  •  Nelson
    • Kootenay Co-Op
      • Tue, May 28 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    • Chahko Mika Mall
      • Wed, May 29 – 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Trail
    • Riverfront Centre
      • Thur, May 30 – 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Be the first to know! Don’t miss out on breaking news and daily updates in your area. Sign up to MyKootenayNow News Alerts.

Continue Reading

cjat Now playing play

ckqr Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Kootenay unemployment rate 6% in September

The jobless rate in our region ticked up slightly last month compared to the same time last year.

Man accused in Trail shooting jailed after skipping court

A man accused of shooting a Fruitvale woman in the head more than two and a half years ago, leaving her with life-altering injuries, is behind bars after missing a court appearance.

Interior Health names Sylvia Weir permanent president and CEO

Weir, who was filling in as interim CEO after Susan Brown stepped down in June, will take over the job permanently, the health authority announced today. Weir was previously the organization's chief financial officer.

Beaver Valley’s Preston Shumate named KIJHL rookie of the week

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League has named Beaver Valley Nitehawks goaltender Preston Shumate its rookie of the week.

Local climbers eye Castlegar properties

A delegation from the West Kootenay Rock Climbers Association appeared before city council this week, explaining that two properties are for sale near the Kinnaird Bluffs.
- Advertisement -