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Bathurst has become the latest northern community to introduce public transit after Edmundston, and buses for the Campbellton and Grand Falls regions are planned for later this year.
Regional Service Commissions aim to connect bus systems throughout northern N.B.
Rhythm Rathi · CBC News
· Posted: Jan 26, 2026 4:26 PM EST | Last Updated: 1 hour ago
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Bathurst Mayor Kim Chamberlain said her city had been waiting for a public transit system for a long time. (Rhythm Rathi/CBC)
Bathurst started the new year with a brand new transit service.
Three 24-passenger buses are now offering door-to-door service to residents who, until now, had to use taxis to get around the northern New Brunswick city.
Mayor Kim Chamberlain was thrilled to ride the bus the day it launched.
“It’s a great day. I can’t even tell you how happy I am,” she said of the new service, which aims to provide affordable transportation, particularly for students and seniors.
The City of Bathurst launched a trio of 24-seat, on-demand buses in January. (Rhythm Rathi/CBC)
Chamberlain said it will also benefit employers who are trying to attract workers.
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