Kelowna, B.C., is launching a program that will give local youth cheap access to transit and Parkinson Recreation Centre’s amenities throughout the summer.
The Rec and Ride Summer Youth Pass offers access to both local transit and Parkinson Recreation Centre services throughout July and August for youth ages 18 and younger for a cost of $20 for children up to age 12 years old and $50 for youth ages 13 to 18 years old.
Mariko Siggers, Community & Neighbourhood Services Manager, said the pass will give youth a chance to take advantage of the pass and join us at Parkinson Recreation Centre for a swim, work out or just to play casual sports in the gym, and the ride there.
With the pass, youth will be able to ride anywhere within Kelowna on the bus throughout July and August. Kids under 12 already ride the bus for free.
“Partnering with BC Transit has made this an invaluable pass for youth in our community,” said Mike Kittmer, City Transit Service Coordinator. “This will allow for youth to better connect with friends, family and their favourite activities all summer long.”
The city said that passes can be purchased in person at Parkinson Recreation Centre starting June 19 and will be valid from June 30 until Sept. 4. Pass holders will need to be present at time of purchase in order to have their photo taken for the pass.
Identification is required to be shown for children aged 13 and up at time of purchase, including school ID or driver’s licence.
Adults accompanying a youth with a Rec & Ride pass will be offered a $2 drop-in fee to encourage families to participate together.
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