Overview
The WBE Transportation Department plays a vital role in ensuring safe and reliable transportation for our students. This year, we are proud to announce that we now operate six bus routes, supported by six dedicated bus drivers and six bus monitors.
Our responsibilities include:
- Training new and existing drivers and monitors
- Maintaining a safe fleet of buses and vans in compliance with Ministry of Transportation regulations
- Coordinating daily school routes and extracurricular trips
- Overseeing vehicle procurement and retirement as needed
In addition, the department manages bus lists, vehicle repairs and maintenance, and staff recruitment to keep operations running smoothly.
Highlights and Achievements
- Driver’s Lounge: A trailer provided by Public Works was renovated into a dedicated Driver’s Lounge, offering a comfortable and functional space for drivers and monitors to prepare for their routes.
- New Activity Bus: In March 2025, WBE acquired a new Activity Bus featuring 24 individual seats, USB charging ports, TV monitors, and a separate luggage compartment to support school trips, competitions, and events.
- Technology Upgrade: We are working with BusBoss to implement tablet technology on our buses. These tablets will enable digital tracking of pre-trip inspections, mileage, driver and monitor attendance, student ridership, and live route monitoring. There is also potential for parents to track bus locations in real time.
Current Operations
- Staffing: 6 bus drivers, 6 bus monitors, and 2 licensed WBE staff who assist as bus/van drivers when needed
- Bus Routes:
- South Bay / Buzwah / Lakeshore
- Kaboni / Murray Hill
- Rabbit Island / Bayview Heights
- Andrew / Henry / Tower / Christine / Genevieve
- In Town JK/SK, Spec Ed (Route 7)
- Cape Smith
