Transit riders in Smithers can now ride the bus for free.
BC Transit is offering fares at no charge for at least the next 30 days across the province.
The transit company has also changed its policy so passengers board through the back-door to enhance social distancing between drivers and passengers.
However, passengers can still enter through the front door if they require the use of the ramp or accessible features on the bus.
#BritishColumbia We are now implementing rear door boarding across the province to enhance #socialdistancing for drivers and passengers. Fares will not be collected for 30 days. We are working to implement these changes as quickly as possible.
#TransportationBC #Transit pic.twitter.com/23YzDwo7Wd— BC Transit (@BCTransit) March 20, 2020