Squamish Connector is receiving $128,174.40 from the Government of BC, one among 20 inter-city bus operators to get provincial government funding.
The bus operators and airports will use the funds to pay for operating costs, like maintenance expenses for buses, air terminals and runways.
The funds will also go toward payroll, rent and other overhead costs to keep these services operating.
Whistler Rides received $70,200, while Epic Rides will get $224,400 from BC.
To be eligible for the one-time grant operators were required to hold a valid licence, be registerted as a BC company, provide operating costs, and agree to report on the delivery of these services.
Here is a list of other companies in BC that have recived the funding
South Coast
Blue Cactus Coach Lines Ltd.: $130,171.50
Epic Rides: $224,400
Rider Express Transportation: $1,188,000
Squamish Connector: $128,174.40
Sunshine Coast Connector Ltd: $29,484
Universal Coach Lines Ltd.: $232,869.60
Whistler Rides: $70,200
Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands
Tofino Bus Services Inc.: $1,152,184.50
Waivin Flags Ltd.: $27,000
West Coast Trail Express: $704,700
Wilson’s Transportation: $1,467,223.20
Thomson Okanagan
Big White: $20,970.75
Mountain Man Mike: $136,800
Silver City Stagelines: $189,675
Thompson Valley Charter Ltd.: $123,624
