City considers transit fare gate pilot project [Video]

Edmonton is considering a pilot project that would see transit fare gates put in place at two LRT stations in order to reduce fare evasion.

The gates would require transit riders to provide fare payment before being able to access areas of the stations, including the platform.

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Other cities in Canada, including Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal, have fare gates as part of the transit system.

Currently, the LRT system in Edmonton is considered an open fare system, where riders only need to provide proof of fare payment when random inspections are done by transit peace officers (TPOs).

“I get a lot of feedback that fare gates would help people feel more safe and secure on the system, particularly on the LRT system,” ward pihêsiwin Coun. Tim Cartmell said.

City administration developed a plan for a …