Reduced Fare Pass Program

Two Unique Pass Types

Available for Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) tenants and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients.

Details on eligibility, what's included, and how to apply below.

Toronto Community Housing tenant?

As a current subsidized TCHC tenant you qualify for the $5 reduced fare Annual 30 Membership. Market TCHC tenants qualify for 20% off an annual membership of their choice. (Click here to learn about membership types)

What is included in a $5 Annual 30 Membership:

All the benefits of a standard Annual 30 Membership

- Unlimited 30 minute classic bike trips*
- 50% off e-bike per minute rate ($0.10/min)*
- No unlock fees

This pass is subject to all annual membership overage & usage fees. Click here for details.

OVERAGE FEES FOR CLASSIC BIKES

For classic bike rides, extra fees apply for trips longer than 30 or 45 minutes (based on your membership type). Overage fees will apply at a rate of $0.12 per minute of additional ride time until the bike is docked. To avoid overage fees, dock the classic bike before your 30 or 45 minute ride time is up. To continue riding, simply unlock another (or the same) classic bike, ride and repeat while your membership is active.

USAGE FEES FOR E-BIKES

All e-bike trips will be subject to per minute pricing ($0.10 per minute). Annual members will benefit from a preferred rate for e-bike use compared to casual (non-member) with no unlock fee. Ride for as long as you'd like using an e-bike without having to dock every 30 or 45 minutes. You will be changed until the time you dock.

*If applicable, members are billed classic bike overage fees and e-bike usage fees on the 25th of the month OR if fees reach the amount of $50, whichever comes first.

How to apply:

1. Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) tenants begin by clicking 'Apply Now' below

2. Fill out the application form

3. Once approved, you will receive an email from Bike Share Toronto with your purchase code

4. Input your code while making your membership purchase to access your $5 pass or 20% discount

*Approval process may take 7-10 business days.

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Ontario Disability Support Program recipient?

If you are an Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipient you may qualify for a membership at a reduced rate. Click here for details.

Find out if you are eligible for an annual membership with ZERO e-bike usage fees for ODSP recipients.

Pass details include:

Annual 30 ($105/year) | Annual 45 ($120/year)

Unlimited 30 or 45 minute rides (depending on pass type) on classic bikes & e-bikes.
Overage fees apply for trips longer than 30 or 45 minutes (depending on pass type) at a rate of $0.12/min of additional ride time.
ZERO e-bike usage fees, with no unlock fee.

To qualify simply follow the instructions below:

1. Visit any Toronto YMCA branch
2. Speak with a YMCA representative who will print/complete the below application form
3. YMCA staff will email the completed form on your behalf to Bike Share Toronto (email address in form)
4. Once we receive the completed application, we will email you a purchase link to access your pass

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM

*The approval process requires 5-7 business days to complete.

*Application form must be filled out and submitted at a YMCA location by a front desk staff

More questions?

Visit our FAQ page for answers to all your Bike Share Toronto questions.

Reduced Fare Pass (TCHC) FAQs

What is the Reduced Fare Pass (TCHC)?

Who is eligible for the Reduced Fare Pass?

How do I pay for this pass?

Can I qualify for a $5 membership if I’m not a resident of TCHC?

How do I apply and what is the onboarding process?

Applicants go to the Reduced Fare Pass Program page (this page) on bikesharetoronto.com and fill out the application form (Microsoft form).
Bike Share Toronto staff will then send an application to TCHC for verification
Once TCHC confirms the applicant's proof of residence, we will contact the applicant with instructions and a discount code for either a $5 pass or 20% discount code.
The full application process takes approximately 7-10 business days

How do I ride with the Reduced Fare Pass + Overage/Usage Fees?

This pass works the same as any Annual 30 or Annual 45 membership. Standard classic bike overage fees and e-bike usage fees apply.

Classic Bike Overage Fees: Your membership grants you unlimited 30- or 45-minute trips on a classic bike with overage fees applying for trips lasting longer than 30 or 45 minutes of ride time. See our pricing page for more details on overage fees.

E-bike Usage Fees: Trips using an e-bike are subject to per minute pricing of $0.10/minute of ride time until the time you dock. Ride an e-bike without having to dock every 30 or 45 minutes.

My membership is about to expire, how do I renew?

ODSP Pass FAQs

What is the pass ODSP Pass?

A limited number of special Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) memberships are available that are exempt from the per minute e-bike fee. Eligible ODSP recipients can choose from an Annual 30 or Annual 45 membership, which includes unlimited rides on classic bikes or e-bikes. These memberships will be distributed by the YMCA.

This is a one-year pilot. We will monitor the activity levels associated with the passes and will evaluate the pilot through 2024

PLEASE NOTE that standard classic bike and e-bike usage overage fees apply. See pricing for more details.

Who is eligible of this pass?

How do I pay for this pass?

How do I apply and what is the onboarding process?

Applicants must visit a local YMCA branch in person to obtain a pass/membership
Applicants must bring photo ID and proof of ODSP enrollment
A YMCA representative will verify an applicant’s eligibility and fill out an application form located on bikesharetoronto.com with the applicant’s basic information
Once verified as eligible, a YMCA representative will send a completed application form to Bike Share Toronto customer service and CC the applicant’s email address.
Bike Share Toronto will then contact the applicant with instructions and a unique URL to purchase an ODSP Pass.
The full application process takes approximately 5-7 business days

How do I ride with the Low Income Fare Pass + Overage Fees?

Eligible applicants can purchase either an Annual 30 or Annual 45 membership. Standard overage fees will apply.

Classic Bikes: Your membership grants you unlimited 30- or 45-minute trips on a classic bike with overage fees applying for trips lasting longer than 30 or 45 minutes of ride time. See our pricing page for more details.

E-bikes: With the ODSP membership the $0.10/minute e-bike usage fee is waived for 30 or 45 minutes rides (depending on your membership type).

PLEASE NOTE that overage fees of $0.12/min for both e-bike & classic bikes will apply for trips lasting longer than 30 or 45 minutes until the bike is docked.

How do I reapply once my membership expires?

Why are you only making 100 passes available for ODSP recipients?