Ottawa Student Transportation Authority

Ottawa Student Transportation Authority Delivering safe, efficient & effective transportation of students for the Ottawa-Carleton District S

Important reminder: Check Your Child’s Transportation Info Before the First Day of School OSTA staff continue to update ...
08/28/2026

Important reminder: Check Your Child’s Transportation Info Before the First Day of School

OSTA staff continue to update bus and van routes as we process new registrations, address changes and other student data. Parents, including parents of students on vans, if you haven't already done so, register for the OSTA Parent Portal Please check it regularly and prior to the first day of school for possible changes to your child's transportation information.

Parent Portal: https://ow.ly/89Of50ZGH51

The OSTA Parent Portal is now open for the 2026-2027 school year!Read our latest Back-to-School message for important up...
08/19/2026

The OSTA Parent Portal is now open for the 2026-2027 school year!
Read our latest Back-to-School message for important updates on student transportation,
including bus routes, our new Kindergarten Alternate Release Authorization Form, the empty seat program and how to stay updated using the OSTA app.
Read the full update here: https://ow.ly/o4BZ50ZBEYb

08/04/2026

Please note the Parent Portal, which will contain busing information for the 2026-2027 school year, will open in the afternoon of Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

You do not need to register for a school bus. Eligible students who are registered with their school are automatically assigned a bus.

Check Eligibility: Visit our website and use the “Do I Qualify?” tool. Be sure to select your child’s grade for the 2026-2027 school year.
Get Route Details: Bus stop times and locations will be available on the Parent Portal as of the afternoon on Tuesday, August 18.

Parent Portal Setup: If you don’t have an account, you can create one on our website. Ensure the email address you use matches the one your child’s school has on file.

Sign up for First Rider today! 🏫🚍All children entering the school system and/or taking the bus for the first time, or ne...
07/20/2026

Sign up for First Rider today! 🏫🚍

All children entering the school system and/or taking the bus for the first time, or new residents to the City should plan to attend. The day’s activities are suitable for all elementary school-age children and everyone is welcome.

The event takes place on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at multiple school locations across Ottawa.

For more information and to register, visit our website: https://ow.ly/EWOj50Z6jAK

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
Ottawa Catholic Schools (OCSB)

As the 2025/2026 school year comes to end, let’s give a big shoutout to our amazing school bus and van drivers! They kee...
06/26/2026

As the 2025/2026 school year comes to end, let’s give a big shoutout to our amazing school bus and van drivers! They keep our kids safe, greet them with a smile, and start their day with kindness. Have a wonderful summer!!!

Happy last day of school to all OCDSB students! Enjoy everything that summer has to offer! 😎
06/26/2026

Happy last day of school to all OCDSB students! Enjoy everything that summer has to offer! 😎

Happy last day of school to all OCSB students! Enjoy everything that summer has to offer! 😎
06/25/2026

Happy last day of school to all OCSB students! Enjoy everything that summer has to offer! 😎

Year End Reminders!As the school year comes to a close, we want to ensure you have all the information you need for a su...
06/22/2026

Year End Reminders!

As the school year comes to a close, we want to ensure you have all the information you need for a successful start this fall. Visit our website to review these important year-end reminders regarding 2026–2027 transportation registration, upcoming portal closures, and our annual First Rider safety event.

https://www.ottawaschoolbus.ca/
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
Ottawa Catholic Schools (OCSB)

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1547 Merivale Road Suite 300
Ottawa, ON
K2G4V3

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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