As of Jan. 1, 2020, the price for a trip on the bus is increasing by five cents to $3 for a full cash fare and $2.50 for seniors and youths.

Mayor Brian Bowman put forward a motion Wednesday at the Executive Policy Committee meeting suggesting Winnipeg Transit fares for 2019 stay at 2018 rates.

St. Boniface councillor Matt Allard wants Winnipeg Transit to be free for children under 12. Current transit policy let kids under 6 ride free while those aged 7-18 pay a cash fare of $2.45.