OC Transpo intends to retain its 16-year-old articulated buses in operation to support daily operations. The transit provider currently deals with a multi-million-dollar deficit. Ticket sales and passenger numbers have not rebounded fully, leaving ridership at 67% of pre-pandemic levels.

CTV News outlined the strategy regarding the aging articulated bus fleet and the budget shortfall facing the operator. The budget gap continues while passenger totals continue below former benchmarks. In further local news, thousands of youth rode Ottawa buses and trains for free this summer. The operator continues to handle its vehicle network and budget during these current conditions.