* All times are based on Canada/Atlantic ADT.

  • 7:30 AM

    Canada/Atlantic

    7:30 AM - 1:00 PM ADT
    Nova Scotia Foyer

    Conference Registration

    8:00 AM

    Canada/Atlantic

    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM ADT
    Nova Scotia ABCD

    Breakfast Buffet and Plenary

    Customer Experience in Transit Embark on a journey through the heart of transit customer experience in our dynamic plenary session. Our esteemed panelists will lead a thought-provoking discussion on enhancing passenger satisfaction, from mapping out the comprehensive journey to spotlighting touchpoints for improvement. Explore the pivotal roles of accessibility, safety, and security, and uncover strategies for delivering top-tier customer service and efficient complaint resolution. Engage with cutting-edge innovations, real-time communication tools, and community-driven initiatives that shape the future of transit. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights and contribute to shaping the transit landscape for a better tomorrow. Join us at the plenary and be part of the conversation driving transit excellence. Speakers: Eve Wiggins (MiWay) Dave Lewin (TransLink) Amy Miller (BusPas) Moderator: Kirsten Watson (AECOM). Bus Procurement Panel Increasing ridership, aging buses, and the adoption of zero-emission fleets have put pressure on transit systems at the same time bus manufacturers are managing increasing costs and supply chain challenges. Navigating this will require leadership, collaboration, and problem solving. Our panel of transit system experts will discuss how we can move forward as an industry to meet our decarbonization goals, while supporting Canada’s growth. Panellists: Charlene Sharpe (Fredericton) Michael McDaniel (Coast Mountain Bus Company) Marc Rousseau (exo) Moderator/Panellist: Kelly Paleczny (London Transit)

    10:15 AM

    Canada/Atlantic

    3 parallel sessions
    10:15 AM - 11:30 AM ADT
    Halifax A
      Maximizing the benefit of transit in society

    Concurrent Session 7

    Maximiser les bienfaits des transports collectifs dans la société

    10:15 AM - 11:30 AM ADT
    Halifax BC
      Battling Inflation and Achieving Affordability

    Concurrent Session 8

    Lutter contre l'inflation et atteindre l'abordabilité

    10:15 AM - 11:30 AM ADT
    Sable BCD
      Homelessness/ Housing Crisis

    Concurrent Session 9

    L'itinérance / Crise du logement

    11:30 AM

    Canada/Atlantic

    11:30 AM - 11:45 AM ADT
    Halifax Foyer

    Health Break

    11:35 AM

    Canada/Atlantic

    3 parallel sessions
    11:35 AM - 12:50 PM ADT
    Halifax A
      The importance of data in transit

    Concurrent Session 10

    L'importance des données dans les transports collectifs

    11:35 AM - 12:50 PM ADT
    Halifax BC
      Transit’s role in ensuring travel options for everyone

    Concurrent Session 11

    Le rôle des transports collectifs dans l'assurance de options de déplacement pour tous

    11:35 AM - 12:50 PM ADT
    Sable BCD
      Supporting success for rural transit

    Concurrent Session 12

    Soutenir la réussite des transports collectifs en milieu rural

    1:00 PM

    Canada/Atlantic

    1:00 PM - 2:15 PM ADT
    Nova Scotia ABCD

    Plated Lunch and Closing Plenary

    Closing remarks from CUTA President & CEO Marco D'Angelo and CUTA Chair Kelly Paleczny

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