About Us

First Student Canada – Canada’s Leader in Pupil Transportation

As Canada's largest student transportation company, we’re committed to the safety of our passengers, employees and the buses we put on the road. First Student Canada has local transportation locations operating throughout Canada providing transportation solutions for school districts and private customers alike.

First Student Canada Facts

  • Over 10,000 vehicles
  • Over 10,000 employees
  • Operate in 9 Provinces and 1 Territory
  • Over 100 locations nationwide
  • Largest school bus provider in Canada

A Safety Culture

Safety is our core value. It is an integral part of our culture and success, and a way of life for our employees. Our safety approach focuses on the prevention of all injuries and collisions and is reinforced through participation and ownership at all levels. Our safety commitment promotes a safe, secure ride for students, positive parent and community goodwill, peace-of-mind and more.

A Customer and Community Focus

We provide students with easily accessible, friendly and personalized transportation service, helping to ensure a great start to their school day. Our local teams are dedicated to providing school staff, parents and students with the level of service expected, forging a strong and successful partnership. Our customer service commitment promotes a smooth transition from home to school and back again for parents and students.   

Professional and Trustworthy

We strive to be the most trusted, reliable and well-run school bus company in North America, which is what our customers expect and deserve. By dealing with situations in an honest, consistent and professional manner, we gain the respect and trust of customers and colleagues who depend on our transportation services. Our commitment to our customers promotes a solid foundation from which to build long term partnerships.

Efficient Operations

Our operational capabilities are unsurpassed in the industry. From our driver training, dispatch and routing, to purchasing, inventory management, and maintenance - we continually monitor, plan, and innovate in order to help our customers meet their needs today and well into the future. Our commitment to operational excellence promotes financial benefits and efficient transition times for our school district partners