Media Release

Similar to many other regions in the Province, Halton is experiencing a shortage of school bus drivers which is having an impact on school bus operations. Halton bus operators and HSTS are working diligently to minimize the impact on students and families and recruitment efforts by the bus operators are ongoing.  We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work together with our Halton bus operators to serve our students.

Are you a stay at home parent, retiree, or have a flexible home-based business? If you enjoy working with children, this could be the perfect,

Access student transportation schedules now through our online Parent Portal.

Once you have an account, you will need to add your student using their 9-digit Ontario Education Number.

Parent Portal instructions and help documents can be found here.

If your child has not been assigned an OEN (ie. Kindergarten student) and is eligible for transportation, you will receive a phone call between August 23 – 31 to provide you with the transportation schedule.

Please review our COVID-19 Transportation Information for important health and safety messages.

Is your child new to riding the bus? Check out our online First Time Rider Safety Program!

Review this new video for staying safe when riding the school bus during COVID-19.