County of Lambton

03/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/11/2024 09:02

Lambton County Library teams up with Huron Shores Area Transit

Wyoming, ON - Lambton County Library cardholders are now able to borrow Smart Card Library Passes that will provide unlimited travel fare for up to five days on Huron Shores Area Transit, an inter-community public transit service linking Lambton Shores, South Huron, North Middlesex, Bluewater, and Kettle & Stony Point First Nation with each other and Sarnia, London, Goderich, and Strathroy.

The pass can be borrowed by any Lambton County Library cardholder, and is only available to pick up from the following library locations: Sarnia, Arkona, Forest, Grand Bend, Port Franks, and Thedford.

"This collaboration with Huron Shores Area Transit will allow new transportation options to area residents," said Darlene Coke, Manager of Library Services. "Lambton County Library is committed to serving the diverse needs of our community and by providing access to both transportation and library resources, we are fostering greater opportunities for exploration, learning, and connection."

Huron Shores Area Transit was launched in 2020 and is a fully accessible public transit service funded by an Ontario Community Transportation Grant. Information about routes, schedules and fares is available at HuronShoresAreaTransit.ca.

"We are proud to partner with Lambton County Library in offering Smart Card Library Passes," said Susan Mills, Transit Coordinator with Huron Shores Area Transit. "This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to provide accessible transportation solutions and enhance community connectivity. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this initiative will have on the residents of Lambton County."

Lambton County Library cards are free to anyone who lives, works, studies, or owns property in Lambton County, or is a resident of any First Nations Community in Ontario. To obtain a Lambton County Library card and access the Smart Card Library Pass, individuals can visit any of Lambton County Library's 25 locations. Further details regarding Library locations, services, and hours of operation can be found at lclibrary.ca.

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Please contact:

Darlene Coke
Manager, Library Services
County of Lambton
519-845-0809 ext. 5238
Email Darlene Coke