Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYR) is committed to supporting student achievement by planning and managing safe, efficient transportation that focuses on customer service and utilizes innovative resources. STSYR is responsible for ensuring all students receive transportation service in accordance with the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) Policy #680- Student Transportation.
Each year, during the summer planning period, STSYR Transportation Planners adjust bus route schedules to accommodate new students, boundary or program changes, bell time changes, and new school openings. Transportation Planners also assess routes to ensure they are operating efficiently and effectively to provide optimal service for the students of York Region. As a result, some students may experience changes to their transportation arrangements, including their stop location, stop time, route number, or vehicle type.
To ensure you have the correct, up-to-date information, all families are encouraged to check the Find Your Bus Stop page on our website at www.SchoolBusCity.com in August. Please note: changes may also occur from time-to-time throughout the school year as students move into or out of the system.
As well, please remember that bussing eligibility changes when students enter grade 4. An area eligible for school vehicle transportation based upon distances designated by the Board.
- Junior Kindergarten to Grade 3 – a child who lives more than 1.2 kilometres from the school is eligible for Board-provided transportation;
- Grade 4 to Grade 8 – a child who lives more than 1.6 kilometres from the school is eligible for Board provided transportation
Measurements to establish eligibility, in accordance with transportation zones, are completed by Student Transportation Services and are taken from the edge of a student’s residence to the closest access to the school property. Measurements are taken along pedestrian routes within a municipality and use roadways, municipal walkways, and parks.