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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.

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