Transit Notices

Get Ready to Ride the Wave, the City's New Microtransit System

Kenora will soon experience a new flexible, affordable, on-demand microtransit service, The Wave, when it hits the road Tuesday, October 15. 

Starting at 7 a.m., hop on board for just $2.50 per ride! To celebrate our launch, we’re offering three free one-way rides throughout October. It’s time to ride The Wave and discover a new way to travel to work, the grocery store, your favourite restaurant, local downtown shops, personal appointments, and more! 

Our vibrant fleet features four vehicles — two of...

City Unveils New Microtransit System

The City is excited to announce the launch of an improved transit service called "The Wave" on October 15, in partnership with service provider Via. This updated service aims to help residents and visitors seamlessly reach their desired destinations within the community.

The new transit system will migrate from a conventional fixed route system to a modernized microtransit model, utilizing smaller vehicles for on-demand service. Microtransit is an upgraded model of transportation that collects...

What's Open, Closed This Civic Holiday

On the Civic Holiday, Monday, August 5, the following City facilities are open:

• Thistle Pavilion, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Muse Kenora is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

All other City buildings and facilities are closed, including the Transfer Station and Recycle Depot, Kenora and Keewatin Public Libraries, City Hall, Moncrief Construction Sports Centre, and Bowman Electric Keewatin Memorial Arena. 

There is no bus service on the holiday. 

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Fourteenth Avenue North Improvement Project

Please be advised that road and sidewalk improvements will begin on Fourteenth Avenue North on Monday, July 15, closing the road to all traffic and pedestrians.

The improvement work will be completed in two phases. The first phase takes place between Eighth Street North and Sixth Street North. The second phase will extend up to Ninth Street North. Detour routes will be in place.

Only local traffic will be permitted through the work site.

Sidewalks will be closed to pedestrians.

City transit bus...

Council Invests in New Transit Model for Kenora

Council has directed Administration to proceed with negotiations for a new micro-transit solution for our community. Administration has been working diligently for several months to seek options for Council to consider which could stabilize public transit in Kenora. One of the options explored included a turn-key micro transit operation. 

The City’s current conventional transit system operates on a fixed route model that includes three main route areas that are serviced continually throughout the...