Students from Millidgeville North School and Saint John Transit Operator, Doug Creamer (Credit: City of Saint John)
Saint John Transit has collaborated with students and teachers in multiple schools to promote the importance of wearing masks on all city buses.
The idea originated from transit operator Doug Creamer. “I had the idea and was encouraged to run with it and reach out to schools,” he said. “The schools were very receptive to the initiative because of the fun and educational components.”
Under the current provincial Mandatory Order, masks must be worn in most indoor spaces, including all City buses.
Students from Millidgeville North, Princess Elizabeth and Forest Hills schools have created over 200 eye-popping and colourful posters, which will be displayed on City buses beginning the week of November 9.
Marc Dionne, General Manager of Saint John Transit, said compliance and feedback from riders has been positive.
“This creative partnership with local schools will add a fun new visual to our standard signage and messaging,” said Dionne. “We were pleased to have one of our operators come forward with the idea, and really impressed with how quickly the students were able to produce amazing artwork. It’s a true community art project.”
