Calgary families cut out of school bus service for upcoming year (opens original article in a new tab)

Calgary families face changes in school bus service as the Calgary Catholic School District adjusts transportation eligibility distance to 1.6 km for the 2026-27 school year, causing concerns among parents about safety and convenience.

• Calgary Catholic School District changes transportation eligibility distance from 1 km to 1.6 km for 2026-27 school year
• Parents express concerns about increased walking distances and safety for children
• Provincial government provides transition funding but it is no longer available due to inflationary pressures
• Parents are willing to pay more for current bus service but district will revert to provincial minimum requirements