Free YRT/Viva travel for veterans Remembrance Day

York Region will be offering complimentary YRT/Viva transit services to veterans and immediate families of deceased veterans this Sunday (Nov. 11) in recognition of Remembrance Day.

Complimentary Mobility Plus rides will also be provided for veterans who are registered Mobility Plus customers.

Veterans and one companion, as well as immediate families of deceased veterans, can travel all day, system-wide without charge. Veterans can identify themselves to drivers and fare inspectors by showing any of the following items: uniforms, medals, berets and blazers. The immediate family of a deceased veteran may identify themselves with documents, including an identification card or service papers.

All YRT/Viva passengers will experience a two-minute "wave of silence" while travelling Sunday. During this observance, all YRT/Viva vehicles will stop at the nearest safe intersection for a moment of reflection.

For more information regarding YRT/Viva services, visit the YRT/Viva Web site at www.yrt.ca, or call the Customer Service Centre at 1-866-MOVE-YRT (668-3978).