Community-based transportation is public transit designed around where you live. It could be the bus service running through your town, the van that picks you up at your door for a medical appointment, or the car service you can call for a trip to the grocery store.

By advocating for more community-based transportation in rural Nova Scotia, NSCTN helps expand options for residents who need reliable ways to get to medical appointments, school, classes, recreation, shopping, or simply to visit friends.

Strong transportation options improve quality of life. They allow older adults to remain in their homes longer, give young people more reasons to stay in rural communities, and ensure residents of all ages can stay connected. Community-based transportation doesn’t just move people – it helps communities thrive and grow.