Goals
- Create a regular bus service between Toronto and Algonquin Park
- Establish park infrastructure aimed at visitors without cars
- Test pilot bus service between Ottawa and Algonquin Park
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Overview
Isn't it ironic that to enjoy nature, we use our gas-guzzlers to get out of the city? Can only those who have access to a vehicle enjoy the most basic, yet extraordinary activity in Canada - the great outdoors?
Parkbus is a non-profit initiative introducing affordable bus service between cities and provincial parks in Ontario. In partnership with the City of Toronto, Ontario Parks, Hammond Transportation and a dozen more private and public organizations, we work to create environmentally friendly, efficient and affordable public bus service starting with Toronto and Algonquin Park
Proposed plans for 2011 include:
- Regular bus service between Toronto and Algonquin Park in the summer, directly benefiting over 1,000,000 people who do not have a car
- Test pilot service between Ottawa and Algonquin Park on Civic Holiday long weekend
- Volunteer-based educational component to encourage first-time campers and responsible park use
- Improvement of park infrastructure aimed at visitors without cars
Community Benefit
How will the $10K be used? |
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| $ 3,500 | Install animal-proof food containers at campgrounds |
| $ 2,000 | Design and print information booklets outlining responsible park use |
| $ 3,500 | Get the word out through online & print advertising |
| $ 1,000 | IT - website, domain and server costs |
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