Post-Secondary Students

The Post-Secondary Student Metropass is available from TTC Collectors in subway stations or at participating TTC Fare Media Sellers. It can also be purchased at Pass Vending Machines at select stations.

The Post-Secondary Student Metropass cannot be purchased through the TTC Metropass Discount Plan program.

The current 2011-2012 Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID's are valid until October 31, 2012 for eligible, full-time students.

When are the 2012 Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID Cards available at the Sherbourne Station Photo ID Facility?

The Post-Secondary Student Photo ID Cards will be available on Wednesday, August 15, 2012.

Who is eligible to use the monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass?

To use the monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass, along with a valid Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID, Students must be:

• enrolled in a full-time degree or diploma program in a recognized Post-Secondary institution located within the City of Toronto (a recognized Post-Secondary institution complies with the Post-Secondary Education Choice and Excellence Act, 2000 - to find out more information about the Post-Secondary Education Choice and Excellence Act, go to  www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/statutes/english/elaws_statutes_00p36_e.htm );
• enrolled as a full-time student at Private Career College (registered under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005) located within the City of Toronto. To find out more information about the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005, go to http://www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/statutes/english/elaws_statutes_05p28_e.htm 

Students must show their Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID to the Operator or Collector on duty every time they use their monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass.

Are Certificate Students eligible?

• No, Certificate Students are not eligible to use the monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass.

Which schools within the City of Toronto are recognized institutions under the Act with degree granting authority?

• View a listing of Eligible Post-Secondary Schools.

How to get a Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID.

Post-Secondary Students must bring their acceptance/enrollment letter or current timetable from their Post-Secondary institution confirming that they are an eligible Post-Secondary Student, plus a piece of photo identification (e.g. Student Activity Card) to the TTC's Sherbourne Station Photo ID Facility where the Post-Secondary Student is photographed for a card. Students in Private Career Colleges must provide documentation that shows full-time status.

Go to Getting a TTC Photo Identification for Photo ID prices and Facility hours of operation.

Can I still use my Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID if I am no longer an eligible Post-Secondary Student?

If for any reason a Post-Secondary Student is no longer enrolled in a recognized program, they are no longer eligible to use the Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID. The ID card must be returned to the TTC. Eligible Post-Secondary Students, who graduate in June, may continue to use their card until the following Labour Day.

If I accidentally purchased a Student Metropass, can I exchange it for a Post Secondary Metropass?

Customers that need to exchange a Student Metropass for a Post Secondary Metropass (and vice versa) may do so at any Collector Booth.

What conditions of use appear on the back of the Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID?

These “Conditions of Use” appear on the back of your Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID:

1. This card can only be used with a Post-Secondary Student Metropass.
2. This card must be shown to TTC employees when using a Post-Secondary Student Metropass.
3. This card is only valid if the student is enrolled in a recognized degree or diploma program as determined in accordance with TTC Policy (referred to as “Post-Secondary School”), and the institution is located in the City of Toronto.
4. This card is not transferable. This card remains the property of the TTC and must be surrendered upon request for inspection. It may be confiscated if the holder violates TTC By-law No. 1, or alters the card in any way. The card will not be returned and you may not apply for a new one.

Is the monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass transferable?

Another Post-Secondary Student, when showing their Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID, can use your Post-Secondary Student Metropass after you exit the TTC transit system.

Can the Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID be used with student cash fare, ticket or weekly pass?

No. The Post-Secondary TTC Student Photo ID can only be used with the monthly Post-Secondary Student Metropass.