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The NEW Post-Secondary TTC Metropass

If you "ride the rocket" the following information might be of use to you (you can also find more info at http://www.utsu.ca/content/1427):

TTC Metropass Update!

The NEW Post-Secondary TTC Metropass will be available soon! How to get yours

Step 1: Pre-register Pre-register at: www.datacard.com/ttc Enter Access Code uot75011 Print and keep your confirmation!

Step 2: Get Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID Get the ID during the following:

August 25, 26, 27 Hart House - 7 Hart House Circle Arbour Room/Sammy's Student Exchange 10:00 to 6:00

August 30, 31 and September 1, 2, 3 UC Room 163 15 King's College Circle 10:00 to 6:00

Bring .00 (cash only), your Tcard and one other form of ID, plus the confirmation printout from Step 1. Step 3: Purchase your Metropass Purchase your Post-Secondary Metropass at each month Starting August 25th

Hours are 10:00-6:00 between the period August 25-August 31 Thereafter, regular office hours each day that the office is open

***Please be advised that the VIP Metropass at $107.00 will be discontinued at U.T.S.U. following the completion of sales on August 31 for students.***

TTC Post-Secondary Student Photo ID - Conditions of Use

1. The card can only be used with a Post-Secondary Student Metropass.

2. The card must be shown to TTC employees when using a Post-Secondary Student Metropass, or an Adult Fare is required.

3. The card is only valid if the student is enrolled in a recognized Degree or Diploma program, as determined in accordance with TTC policy, (referred to as "Post-Secondary School"), and the institution is located in the City of Toronto.

4. The card is not transferable. The card remains the property of the TTC and must be surrendered upon request for inspection. It may be confiscated if the holder violates TTC By-law No. 1 or alters the card in any way. The card will not be returned and you may not apply for a new one.

When purchasing your Metropass at U.T.S.U., please ensure your TCard / Library card is valid at the TCard office in Robarts, 2nd Floor. We will not make any exceptions.

A full calendar is available for download - see "DATES & LOCATIONS". Dates, times, locations are listed, and are subject to change without notice. If you have a question beyond dates, times, locations please check the FAQ's section. UofT Staff: for more information on how you can continue to receive the discounted VIP Metropass please check the HR and Equity website at www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca.

[via University Of Toronto Student Association]

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