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UPass (updated August 17, 2026)
Who is eligible?
Enrollment in the UPass program is available to full-time students, defined as those who are enrolled in a minimum of nine credits or at least 60% of a full course load, as determined by the Institution. Exceptions may apply to non-credit full-time status students, provided their enrolled program is officially recognized by the Government of Alberta and sanctioned by the Institution through mutual agreement.
Eligible programs include:
Eligible programs include:
- Full-time students (registered in a minimum of nine credits or at least 60% of a full course load) enrolled in any of the following Undergraduate programs: Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates, including the Massage Therapy Diploma, Certificate, Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma and the LEAP program
- Students in Open Studies or Academic Upgrading in at least 3 courses
- Students in the Transitional Vocational Program in at least 3 courses
UPass Program Terms and Conditions (2026-2027 Academic Year)
- Semester Coverage: The UPass stickers grant access to any Calgary Transit system routes from September 1 to December 31 (Fall semeseter) and January 1 to April 30 (Witner semester) respectively. Students can utilize the Calgary Transit system routes as frequently as they desire during this period
- Fees: A UPass program fee will be charged as part of the student's tuition for eligible students.
- Non-Transferable: The UPass stickers are strictly non-transferable, and that users may be subject to a fine if the sticker is intentionally tampered with.
- Replacement: For lost or stolen UPass stickers, students are subject to a replacement fee, limited to one replacement per semester (unless authorized by the ONECard Coordinator).
- UPass Presentation: Students must present the UPass sticker or the MyFare app, along with photo identification (such as ONECards and/or Drivers' licenses), to any Calgary Transit Enforcement Official requesting Proof of Payment when accessing the Calgary Transit system.
- Revocation of UPass: Calgary Transit Enforcement Officers reserve the rights to revoke and suspend any UPass stickers/privileges if they are deemed for misused at any time.
- Access to Service: Calgary Transit maintains the rights to deny a student access to the Calgary Transit system if the student does not possess a valid UPass sticker or the MyFare app. The student is responsible for having a charged and functional device capable of displaying their UPass in the MyFare app while using Calgary Transit.
Usage
- The UPass is not transferable, cannot be sold or loaned, and is for the exclusive use of the purchasing student.
- UPass privileges may be revoked by Calgary Transit if it is misused or presented for transportation by any person other than the person to whom it is issued.
- Calgary Transit maintains the rights to inspect the UPass used by a student and to ask the student for another form of identification, to ensure that the UPass is being used by the person to whom it is issued.
- Calgary Transit maintains the right to deny a student access to the Calgary Transit system, and impose fines in accordance with The City bylaws, if the student does not possess a valid UPass or other valid pass or ticket.
MyFare App
Transit App
Setup
- Download your chosen app.
- Open the app and navigate to the sign-in area:
- MyFare app: Tap the three horizontal lines (☰) on the top right, then tap Profile.
- Transit app: Tap the round Profile button on the top left, then scroll down to Transit Account.
- Look for "Sign in with Social Media" and tap the red Google button (do not fill out the form above it).
- Sign in with your @mtroyal.ca email address.
- Wait for verification—Calgary Transit checks enrollment:
- Daily (weekdays) until the second week of semester;
- Every Wednesday after that.
- Once verified, your UPass will appear in the app. Tap the pass to activate it.
- On your first trip, validate it once by scanning at a CTrain validator or on a bus. Once validated, your pass is valid until the expiry date.
Unable to use an app?
If you are not able to use a mobile device for your UPass, you can request a UPass sticker for your ONECard.
How to get it
- Bring your ONECard to the ONECard desk.
- Fill out the request form agreeing to the terms and conditions.
- Recieve a UPass sticker for your ONECard.
What you need to know
- Stickers are valid for the full semester as outlined above under UPass fees & coverage.
- Choosing a sticker deactivates the digital apps and you can't switch back until next semester.
- You are responsible for the replacement cost of a sticker for lost or stolen ONECards, or if the sticker is damaged.
- The replacement cost is equivalent to the full UPass fee, and only one replacement is allowed per semester.
Requesting to opt-out of the UPass
| Opt-out group | Proof of eligibility |
| Students unable to use Calgary Transit (regular or specialized services) and have been found ineligible for Calgary Transit Access (CTA). | Written confirmation of ineligibility from Calgary Transit Access. |
| Students not required to attend campus for this term (e.g., fully online program, international exchange, or off-site field placement). | Class schedule, program enrollment confirmation and proof of address if on field placement. |
| Students who are legally blind and have a permanent identification card issued by the CNIB which authorizes use of public transportation. | CNIB-issued identification card. |
| Students currently an employee of Calgary Transit. | Calgary Transit employee identification. |
**Important Notice**
According to Calgary Transit and in accordance with the UPass contract, students cannot opt-out of the UPass program with the purchase of low-income bus passes. This is not a valid criteria for opting out of the program.
Please ensure that you are eligible to opt-out of the UPass program prior to submitting a form. Only requests that fall within these exemption categories will be approved. Eligible students must submit separate opt-out requests for different semesters.