OC Transpo intends to retain its 16-year-old articulated buses on the road to support daily operations. The transit provider currently faces a multi-million-dollar deficit. Ticket sales and passenger numbers have not recovered fully, leaving ridership at 67% of pre-pandemic totals.

CTV News published details regarding the aging articulated bus fleet and the budget shortfall facing the operator. The budget gap remains as passenger totals continue below former rates. In additional transit news, thousands of youth travelled on Ottawa buses and trains for free this summer. The operator continues to handle its vehicle network and budget during these difficult conditions.