The complete overhaul of Winnipeg’s transit system was only the beginning.

The city announced Thursday that it’s making another notable change to the transit experience by launching its first 60-foot, zero-emission bus (ZEB) into service next week.

The introduction of the new vehicle makes Winnipeg the first Canadian city with an articulated battery-electric bus in service.

The bus, the city said, is set to be the first of many, with a total of eight ZEBs expected to be in full service by the end of 2025.

Mayor Scott Gillingham said the buses, which are locally built, will be in limited service for the first 30 days, only appearing on city streets on weekdays during the morning rush and early afternoons.

“The first 60‑foot electric buses in Canada will roll out right here in Winnipeg,

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