About The Workshop

ITS Canada and the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) present this one-day workshop that will cover the application of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in transit operations. Within the context of the ITS Architecture for Canada, the various application areas in Public Transport Services (APTS) will be described, including references to recent projects and emerging technologies. Specific topics will include Fleet Management, CAD/AVL Systems, Electronic Payment Systems, Passenger Information Systems, Transit Priority Systems, and Smart Bus Technologies. These topics will be presented in the context of current initiatives and lessons learned from real-life applications. The workshop presentations will be wrapped up with a round table discussion on current needs and application opportunities.

ITS Canada is a recognized facilitator and source of expertise for many agencies and stakeholders in Canada and the United States. This forum is one in a series being conducted by ITS Canada to improve the development and application of ITS for the benefit of industry users.

The goal of the forum is to provide the following benefits:

Up-to-date information: an information exchange on current and planned technology, systems, projects, and products that involve transit.

New ideas for practical applications: a discussion forum for additional technological applications or projects that may assist transit agencies to improve efficiency, safety, and security of operations.

A networking and learning opportunity: that will enable stakeholders to identify and contact others with similar interests, locations, projects, or problems.

Access to resources: ITS Canada is a recognized source for advice and information on intelligent transportation systems.

Simulaneous interpretation will be available for all workshop sessions.

The Program

The forum was one day in duration, with a program designed to inform and engage participants from the transit industry in the region:

Presentations 

8h00	Breakfast courtesy of IBI Group
8h30	Welcoming Remarks: Michael Roschlau (CUTA)
8h40	ITS Architecture – Historical Perspective: Scott Stewart (IBI Group)
9h00	Session on ITS in Transit Priority Chair: Glen Leicester (TransLink) What is Transit Priority? John Greenough (Lea Consultants) Evaluating benefits of Transit Priority – 98 B-Line: Homayoun Vahidi (IBI Group) Transit Priority Strategies Beyond Hardware: Dave Hopper (Delcan) Transit Signal Priority Experiences & Lessons Learned: Brendon Hemily
10h30	Coffee Break courtesy of Delcan
10h45	Session on ITS in Transit Systems Management Chair: Mike Davis (BC Transit) ITS in Fleet and Asset Management / CAD – AVL: Marty Williamson (CMBC) Smart Bus Technologies: Keenan Kitisaka (TransLink) UBC Transit Terminal Real Time Management: Graeme Masterton (TransLink) Traveler Information Systems: Rob Shirra (TransLink)
Noon	Lunch – buffet Guest Speaker: Sheri Plewes (TransLink)
1h00	Session on Electronic Fare Payment Chair: Paul Lavallee (IBI Group) Current Status of Smart Card Technology in Public Transportation: Michael Jordan (Accenture) Smart Card Business Case and Procurement Experience: Kenny Silver (Halifax Regional Municipality) Use of Mobile Phone Technology for Transit Fare Payment: Koji Miyaji (City of Calgary)
2h30	Coffee Break
2h45	Workshops on ITS in Transit – How do these systems help you? Transit Systems Management: Mike Davis Traveler Information: Rob Shirra Electronic Fare Payment: Paul Lavallee Transit Signal Priority: Graeme Masterton
3h45	Moderator Reports from the Workshops
4h15	Closing Remarks: Scott Stewart (ITS Canada)

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available – see flyer for details (PDF). Please contact ITS Canada (Tel (905) 593-0947 or askus@itscanada.ca) to express your interest in sponsoring this event.

Fees to Participate

How to Register

Please register by accessing CUTA's website – select "Registration Form". The ITS Canada workshop is listed just above the sub-total line.

For More Information

Contact:

ITS Canada 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle, Suite 400 Mississauga, Ontario  L5N 2V7 Telephone: (905) 593-0947, Fax: (905) 593-0949  askus@itscanada.ca