U-Pass (Bus Pass) Program

What is the U-Pass?

The Universal Bus Pass (U-Pass) is service of the Student Society that provides Camosun, UVic, and Royal Roads students with unlimited access to public transit in Greater Victoria at a significant savings over the $85/month that students would pay for an adult monthly bus pass. The program was established in 1999 by referendum of students and is one of the most used programs of the CCSS.

U-Pass for Enrolled Students

Renew or request card:

Bring your Camosun ID card with you to the library or request a new one in advance using the Camosun ID Card order form (Open in new window). There is a fee for replacement Camosun ID cards.

Who is eligible?

All students who are taking any classes at Camosun, and are a member of the CCSS, are automatically assessed the U-Pass fee for each month of enrollment. The charges appear on your Camosun fee statement. This compulsory program makes transportation to Camosun affordable, eases parking and traffic congestion, and reduces the demand to pave more of our campus for parking lots. All students are required to participate in the program to achieve a very low price of 25% of the actual cost!

U-Pass for Non-Enrolled Students

Bring your current student ID card with you to the library. If you need a replacement card, complete the Camosun ID Card order form (Open in new window) in advance. The cost for the Non-Enrolled U-Pass is $94 for the Winter 2023 semester. Be sure to keep your receipt as proof of purchase as it’s your only proof of purchase. Follow the steps below to purchase the non-enrolled U-Pass:
Step 1: Visit the library at either campus.
Step 2: Have your student card with you or order a replacement card in advance. The library will confirm that you were enrolled during the previous semester and you can pay the $94 by debit or credit card.
Step 3: Your student card will be swiped to encode the new U-Pass expiry date.
Step 4: Keep your receipt and/or take a picture of it, as you will be required to show proof of purchase in order to get a replacement should you lose your student card.

Who is eligible?

The U-Pass for Non-Enrolled Students is available to most students who were enrolled in the previous semester but are taking the semester off. We are pleased to be able to continue the U-Pass for Non-Enrolled Students in the Winter 2023 semester starting January 3rd, 2023.

Can I Opt-Out?

The Camosun College Student Society and BC Transit have agreed to allow students to opt out of the U-Pass only if they meet one of the four criteria listed on the U-Pass opt out form below. This opt out must be processed within 30 days of the start of a semester/term.

U-Pass Opt-Out Form

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Notice to Student in the Victoria Area

We are regretfully unable to opt-out for online students from U-Pass except for the limited reasons outlined below. At Camosun, we have long had online instruction, but such instruction has never been treated differently in terms of tuition or fees for students residing in the Victoria area. In these unreal times it remains important to be consistent in practice to ensure we are fair to all students and to BC Transit who has supported our members with affordable transportation for over 20 years. We’ve always encouraged students to use the U-Pass for transportation above and beyond going to campus. Whether your hanging out with friends or on a date, attending work, or starting/returning from travel, consider taking the bus!

Non-Enrolled U-Pass for Summer

If taking 7 week summer classes and purchasing the 14 week Non-Enrollment U-Pass, select reason #2 to submit your opt-out and then upload a photo of your receipt.

Opt Out Criteria

Students who are taking any credit course(s) at Camosun are automatically assessed the U-Pass fee. The Camosun College Student Society and BC Transit have agreed to allow students to opt out of the U-Pass only if they meet one of the four criteria listed below. This opt out must be processed within 30 days of the start of a semester/term.

#1: Students has a physical disability that precludes travel by regular BC Transit fixed route or the Handydart service:

Requires Dr. Certificate confirming physical disability that precludes travel by regular BC Transit fixed route or the Handydart service.

#2: Students who already hold an annual BC Bus Pass, a Pro pass, or U-Pass (including Non-Enrolled U-Pass):

Requires a photocopy of the bus pass.
Students who are enrolled at UVic must opt out of the U-Pass at UVic in Fall/Winter.
Students who have a Bus Pass provided to BC Transit employees or their family members are not allowed to opt-out of the U-Pass. This was stipulated by BC Transit.

#3: Students on a co-op work term located outside the Capital Regional District (includes Victoria and surrounding areas):

This must be processed by the Co-op office.

#4: Students living outside the Capital Regional District (includes Victoria and surrounding areas)
AND is either studying entirely via distance education or takes only one course (max. 4 hrs per week):

Requires proof of registration: list of classes from Camlink or myCamosun
Requires proof of residency outside the Capital Regional District: Two support documents with address:
Current photo ID and one of the following issued within the past 2 months: utility bill, government mail, recent plane ticket, written confirmation of current residency from Camosun International.

Student ID*

Please enter your student number: eg, C1234567

Your Name*

Please enter your first & lastname

Your Email*

Please enter your email address

Semester*

Reason*

Required - Dr. Certificate

Accepted file types: doc, docx, gif, heic, jpg, jpeg, pdf, png, webp, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Required - BC bus pass, pro-pass, or U-Pass

Accepted file types: doc, docx, gif, heic, jpeg, jpg, jpeg, pdf, png, webp, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Required - This must be processed by the Co-op office.

Please contact your placement coordinator at the Co-op office to opt out.

Required - Proof of registration

Accepted file types: doc, docx, gif, heic, jpg, jpeg, pdf, png, webp, Max. file size: 5 MB.

List of classes from myCamosun.

Required - Proof of residency: Current photo ID with address

Accepted file types: doc, docx, gif, heic, jpg, jpeg, pdf, png, webp, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Current photo ID with address.

Required - Proof of residency: Utility bill, government mail, etc. with date (within the past 2 months)

Accepted file types: doc, docx, gif, heic, jpg, jpeg, pdf, png, webp, Max. file size: 5 MB.

One of the following showing your current address: utility bill, government mail, recent plane ticket, written confirmation of current residency from Camosun International.

Certification*

I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further understand that any false statements are fraudulent and may results in revocation of opt out and collection of fees due.

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Questions?

Please email upass@camosunstudent.org if you have any questions regarding the U-Pass program or are having trouble submitting this form.

Once a student has submitted an opt out they will receive a confirmation email. When the opt out has been approved, they will receive a second email. If the confirmation is not received, it is the student's responsibility to contact the Student Society office within the 30-day opt out period.

U-Pass (Bus Pass) Program

What is the U-Pass?

U-Pass for Enrolled Students

Renew or request card:

Who is eligible?

What if only enrolled for 7 weeks?

U-Pass for Non-Enrolled Students

Who is eligible?

Can I Opt-Out?

U-Pass Opt-Out Form