BC Transit is reversing course on its plan to ban passengers from carrying alcohol on buses in the Greater Victoria region on Canada Day.
The transit operator intended to stop passengers from carrying open and closed alcoholic beverages on buses in the region on July 1.
Signage at Victoria-area bus stops publicizing the total ban on alcohol on BC Transit buses drew the ire of many on social media earlier this week. The signs warned passengers they may be subject to a search while on the bus to ensure compliance with the zero-alcohol policy."Good public transportation is meant to be accessible, frequent and reliable," Furstenau said on Twitter. "It should be an easy substitute for private modes of transportation.
"Following public input and careful consideration, BC Transit has made the decision to alter our policy regarding alcohol on buses in the Victoria Regional Transit System for Canada Day," the transit provider said.
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