Shuttle Details
What is a Low-Speed Automated Shuttle (LSAS)?
A Low-Speed Automated Shuttle is a small electric self-driving passenger vehicle that can fit up to six
people
(seated).
- The maximum speed of these vehicles is typically 25km/hr (or less).
- A safety operator is onboard to take full control of the shuttle if required at any time.
- These vehicles generally travel along a programmed route and utilize sensors and software to detect
their
surroundings, guide travel and avoid obstacles.
What Days and Times Can I Ride the Shuttle?
The automated shuttles will operate at the Tunney's Pasture campus, and host rides with research study
participants
from Tuesday, Nov. 3 to Friday, Nov. 13 on the following dates and times:
- Tuesday to Friday (except Nov. 11): 8am to 4pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 4pm
- Wednesday, Nov. 11: 12pm to 4pm
- Please note: Shuttles will not operate on Mondays
There are a limited number of pre-scheduled rides available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where Do I Board the Shuttle?
- The automated shuttles will leave from a stop located on the southside of Yarrow Driveway near
Tunney’s Pasture
Driveway
- A customer service representative will be onsite to direct booked passengers to the waiting area,
and facilitate
the onboarding process
Is the Shuttle Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes. Shuttles are fully accessible with an access ramp and space for persons with assistive devices.
How Are You Preserving the Health and Safety of our Community During the Pandemic?
Our project team is working in close collaboration with public health authorities to preserve the health
and safety
of our community. We are adopting the following protocols and measures recommended by Ottawa Public
Health:
- All passengers are required to wear a face mask to board and travel in the shuttle
- Each rider must sit in an available seat to maintain physical distancing protocols
- Some seats on the shuttles will be blocked and unavailable for passengers to help ensure a safe
distance in the
vehicle
- Shuttles serving pre-registered volunteers will be fully sanitized following each scheduled ride
- Shuttles serving citizens who use these vehicles as an extension of essential transportation
services will be
sanitized regularly (per health regulations)
- The EasyMile shuttle operator will wear an N-95 mask to enhance the safety of all passengers