Transportation Program

Reliable transportation is essential to maintaining health, well-being, and independence. At Gravenhurst Against Poverty (GAP), our Transportation Program, in partnership with Bala Taxi, offers neighbours no-cost taxi rides for essential in-town trips. Whether our neighbours need to reach medical appointments, pick up groceries, visit the food bank, commute to work, or access laundry services, our Transportation Program is here to ensure neighbours in Gravenhurst can get where they need to go.

No-Cost Taxi Program with Bala Taxi

The GAP No-Cost Taxi Program provides accessible transportation for essential errands, helping reduce the transportation barriers that our neighbours may face. With the help of Bala Taxi, eligible residents of Gravenhurst can access vital services without worrying about transportation costs.

  • Eligible Destinations: Medical appointments, grocery shopping, trips to the food bank, work, and laundry services.

  • Service Area: Gravenhurst, ON

How to Access the Transportation Program

To participate in the GAP No-Cost Taxi Program, neighbours will need to register for a GAP Transportation Card. This card allows for essential travel within Gravenhurst and is renewed monthly to ensure continued access to the program.

  1. Register for Your Transportation Card: Call GAP at 705-641-2225 during office hours to register for your card.

  2. Receive Your Monthly Card: Once registered, you’ll receive one transportation card per month, which can be used for your essential in-town trips. Please note that the card has no commercial value and is intended solely for use with GAP’s no-cost taxi service.

  3. No Enrollment in Food Programs Required: Our Transportation Program is open to everyone in need, and you do not have to be enrolled in our Food Programs to access this service.

With GAP’s Transportation Program, we’re committed to providing our neighbours with the freedom and access they need to lead fulfilling, independent lives. Together with Bala Taxi, we’re helping to make Gravenhurst a more connected, accessible community for all.