Episode
Calgary School Bus Fees Skyrocket
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- May 31, 2026
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- 110
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Summary
Calgary parents brace for steep school bus fee hikes—kindergarteners face a $70 jump to $250/year, while grades 1-9 pay $140 more, bringing their total to $500. For families without nearby schools, the bus is essential, and rising costs add pressure on already tight budgets. Advocates demand more provincial funding to keep education affordable. The Calgary Board cites rising operational costs and a depleted transportation reserve, noting fees are set annually based on funding, ridership, and expenses—and that provincial funds alone should cover transportation, not other budgets. Specialized transport fees are now allowed. While the province says it’s investing, it’s up to school boards to set fees and be transparent. Waivers are available for those who can’t afford it, and the board is building more schools to cut travel distances. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/df7f660b09b061b2