Veterans and active full-time members of the Canadian Armed Forces will be able to travel for free year-round on GO Transit beginning in March next year.

The Ontario government said they are introducing a transit relief program for veterans and full time Canadian military members that will begin on March 1.

Michael Parsa says there are also plans to extend the free fares to UP Express in the future.

Parsa said the government is increasing the amount that eligible veterans and their family members can receive each year through the Soldiers’ Aid Commission from $2,000 to $3,000.

The money covers costs such as health-related expenses, home repairs and moving costs, as well as personal items such as clothing for those in financial need.

He said veterans have made tremendous sacrifices to make Canada and Ontario what we are today and deserve the government’s unwavering commitment to their well-being.