The Edmonton Transit Service Advisory Board says fear and uncertainty may be a barrier for newcomers, seniors and other groups who usually depend on transit. Inconvenience, safety concernsFion Lee, executive director of ASSIST Community Services Centre, is in favour of the move. Lee said the city must also address the lack of safety many of her clients feel riding transit. Fion Lee says the inconvenience of transit prevents many newcomers from attending English classes. Police and peace officers began joint-patrols earlier this year and community outreach transit teams will also be in place later this summer.

Source: CBC News August 02, 2021 13:03 UTC