Electric Shuttle Bus Pilot Project

Updated November 2024

After a competitive procurement process, we contracted Vicinity Motor Corporation in June 2021 to supply shuttles for the pilot. However, we ended the contract earlier this year as they were not able to meeting their contractual commitments. In turn, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) ended our funding agreement due to the extended timelines required for procurement and delivery of the pilot project.

Our next steps with ERA are to review and submit the claims for the eligible costs for work completed such as the charging infrastructure completed last year.

Battery electric bus benefits

By replacing end-of-life diesel buses with battery electric buses (BEBs), we aim to provide Calgarians with clean, quiet, and comfortable rides while reducing pollution, noise and exhaust. We expect BEBs to offer the following benefits:

Reduced Emissions: BEBs are projected to reduce our total fleet greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 8,500 tonnes of CO₂ annually at project completion.

Lower Operating Costs: BEBs are less costly to maintain and operate over their lifespan compared to conventional diesel buses, thanks to reduced fuel and maintenance costs.

Alignment with Environmental Goals: Transitioning to BEBs is a core part of our commitment to lowering fleet emissions and advancing Calgary Transit’s sustainability initiatives, supporting the city’s broader climate goals.