Apple Maps Transit coming to Edmonton, Ottawa and Quebec City

Apple Maps Transit information is available starting today to users in Edmonton, Ottawa and Quebec City.

Transit in Apple Maps launches in these three cities with local signage that carefully mimics their local public transit branding, so directions have the same icons as you’ll see on the bus or train.

In Edmonton, residents using Apple Maps can now enjoy the addition of Edmonton Transit Service; in Ottawa, the OC Ospo and in Quebec City the RTC.

Additional info about Apple Maps Transit:

— Transit is also live in the U.S., Great Britain, China, as well as over 40 metro areas globally, and Apple Maps continuee to add global support for metropolitan transit systems and schedules, working with over 500 transit agencies and 90,000+ station entrances surveyed.

— This week, Apple launches beautifully designed points of interest (POIs) for Edmonton, Ottawa and Quebec City within Apple Maps, showing local sites such as West Edmonton Mall, Canadian Tire Centre and Laval University.

— For hands-free navigation when walking, just use Apple Watch on your wrist and say “Hey Siri, get me directions to…” to confirm and automatically start navigating. You can even ask Siri to search for the closet coffee shop or bank.

— Apple Maps is on over 1 Billion active iOS devices and iOS 10 offers a beautiful UI with more intelligence that helps you navigate through your day efficiently, with proactive suggestions and localized information tailored to your specific needs.

— This fall with the launch of iOS 11 Apple Maps will add indoor maps for major airports and shopping centers around the world and lane guidance to avoid missing a turn or exit. More info to come.

You can view the entire list of cities where Apple MapsTransit is available here.