Transportation is responsible for ~57% of all GHG emissions in Colwood and is one of our highest priority areas for climate action.
You can help: how can you reduce your mobility emissions for some or all of your transportation (see resources/ links below)
City of Colwood: we are working hard to increase infrastructure for active transportation and transit, as well as increasing charging for electric vehicles throughout the City. We’ll also be working on an e-Mobility Strategy in the near future.
Resources for Sustainable Transportation:
Transit
Use the Trip Planner: www.bctransit.com (and learn about local Transit)
Kids Under 12 Ride Free: find out more
New! RapidBus between West Shore and Downtown (starting April 10, 2024)
Biking
Capital Region Bike Map
Capital Bike Programs, Resources, & Bike Lending for Kids
BC Electric Bike Rebate Program (watch for next application period)
Walking
Find out what’s new and coming in Colwood for pedestrians
Get involved in the regional Ready Step Roll program for active & sustainable school transportation!
Feedback
Colwood is planning for Active Transportation improvements across the City. Check out the draft plans and new projects at LetsTalkCowlood.ca. Your feedback is important!
Ride Sharing
Check-out GOCO – post a ride/ request a ride
Get the app today!
e-Mobility
EV Purchasing
- Find out about EV rebates & Scrapit Vehicle rebates and incentives
- Check out this local factsheet on EVs
EV Charging
- CRD Charge Your Ride: learn more about EVs and e-Bikes
- EV Charger rebates
- Find out where you can charge your vehicle and current status of a charging station:
Learn more, watch these videos:
