The Parti Québécois announced on Wednesday its intention to introduce a universal public‑transport pass for the whole province of Quebec, setting the price at $95. The proposal was presented as part of the party’s broader transportation policy platform, aiming to make transit more affordable across the region.
According to the party’s statement, the $95 pass would be valid for all public‑transport services throughout Quebec, providing a single, province‑wide ticket that riders could use on buses, trains and other municipal transit systems. The initiative is positioned as a measure to simplify fare structures and encourage greater use of public transportation, although specific implementation details were not disclosed.
The Parti Québécoist party, which operates at the provincial level, highlighted the pass as a central element of its upcoming transportation agenda. By offering a flat‑rate fare, the party suggests that residents could benefit from predictable costs and reduced barriers to mobility, especially for those who travel regularly between different municipalities.
While the plan remains a proposal pending legislative approval, the party indicated that the $95 pass would be funded through its transportation budget, which includes other measures aimed at improving service frequency and expanding network coverage. No timeline for rollout was provided, and the announcement did not include information on how the pass would be distributed or administered.
The proposal arrives amid ongoing discussions in Quebec about how to modernize transit infrastructure and address rising fare prices. By presenting a province‑wide, low‑cost ticket, the Parti Québécois seeks to differentiate its platform from other parties and appeal to commuters seeking more economical travel options.
The announcement was made at 12:22 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on August 12, 2026, and will likely feature in the party’s upcoming campaign materials as a key selling point for voters concerned with transportation costs.