Winnipeg Transit has expanded its WINNpass program to benefit more eligible Winnipeg residents.
The WINNpass program provides individuals with low income the opportunity to receive a 50 percent discount off the full-fare rate for monthly transit passes and e-cash rides.
All WINNpass holders will now have the option to purchase e-cash for rides at a 50 percent discount on the full fare rate, in addition to monthly passes
WINNpass eligibility
All Winnipeg residents age 64 and under may qualify for the WINNpass program if the resident meets one of the following criteria:
- The resident is receiving Employment and Income Assistance and do not qualify for transportation allowance in the equivalent amount of a bus pass.
- The resident is a new permanent resident or a refugee who has been in Canada for less than a year and has not yet filed a tax return.
- The resident is a part of a household with income less than the Low Income Cut Off (amounts listed below).
| Number of people in household | Total income |
| One | C$27,514 (US$20,371) |
| Two | C$34,254 (US$25,361) |
| Three | C$42,111 (US$31,178) |
| Four | C$51,128 (US$37,859) |
| Five | C$57,989 (US$42,939) |
| Six | C$65,401 (US$48,427) |
| Seven | C$72,814 (US$53,916) |
A household includes every one of all ages who live in the same dwelling and are related by blood, marriage, common-law union, adoption or a foster relationship.
Individuals who receive a monthly pass transportation subsidy through Employment and Income Assistance or have a U-Pass are not eligible for the WINNpass program.
