River Lions and St. Catharines Transit Commission Partner on Game Days

St. Catharines, ON – The Niagara River Lions and St. Catharines Transit Commission announced today a partnership that will allow fans to ride transit on all home game days through the entire 2022 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season with proof of ticket. 

“We are excited to partner with St. Catharines Transit Commission to make our home games accessible and affordable for all,” said Michelle Biskup, Vice President of Operations for the Niagara River Lions. “This partnership will allow fans to safely ride to and from the Meridian Centre and avoid the hassle or costs associated with parking.”

Ticket holders will be able to ride St. Catharines Transit from three hours prior to tip-off and up to two hours after the game by simply presenting their mobile or printed ticket to the operator upon boarding the bus. One game ticket is required per passenger. 

“We encourage everyone to try transit on River Lions game day to see everything that downtown St. Catharines has to offer,” said Graham Morrison, General Manager of St. Catharines Transit Commission. 

Fans can access more information on routes and times by visiting https://yourbus.com

The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Season tickets, voucher packs, marquee matchup packs, group tickets, and single game tickets are on sale now. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information.

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Media Contact:

Michelle Biskup, Vice President, Operations 

mbiskup@riverlions.ca