BENEFITS AND INCENTIVES
There are many benefits to promoting and choosing sustainable mobility.
Discover the incentives and programs available to you.
OPUS & Cie Discount – Employers
Through the OPUS & Co. corporate program, employers can provide their employees with a discount on an annual public transit pass, offering between 1 and 12 months free.
Employers must contribute at least 4.16%, and the ARTM will match the contribution up to 10%. Participation requires a minimum of ten employees.
Communauto
Companies looking to give employees access to a fleet of vehicles for business trips can rely on Communauto’s turnkey solution, which minimizes the logistical and financial burdens of managing a fleet.
Employers who select the Extra plan enjoy the first year of membership at no cost (valued at $400).
Benefits of Sustainable Mobility
Sustainable mobility generally refers to all forms of public transportation (such as buses, carpooling, and carsharing) as well as active modes of travel (like walking and cycling).
Environment
Sustainable mobility reduces the negative impacts of individual car use (solo driving), including noise pollution and atmospheric emissions, such as greenhouse gases (GHGs).
Health
Active and public transportation promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior, providing multiple health benefits, including lower stress, reduced overweight, and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Economy
Active and public transportation also bring significant economic benefits: reduced traffic congestion, lower maintenance costs for infrastructure, and improved road safety.
Outreach and Certification
Prix Leaders en Mobilité Durable
For 19 years, the CEMs of the metropolitan region have hosted the Prix Leaders en mobilité durable celebrating organizations that have distinguished themselves over the past year by encouraging sustainable travel among employees, clients, or students. To enter your organization, subscribe to the Metropolitan Region CEMs newsletter or follow MOBA on social media.
Vélosympathique
The VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE movement provides certification, resources, and support to encourage communities and organizations throughout Quebec to develop a genuine cycling culture.
“A VÉLOSYMPATHIQUE-certified organization shows its commitment to sustainability and healthy living by prioritizing active transportation instead of car travel.”
Eco-Friendly Parking
The démarche Stationnement écoresponsable promotes sustainable management, design, and regulation of parking areas. It is primarily aimed at parking owners and managers.
“In addition to significantly increasing the effects of urban heat islands, poorly designed parking lots create stormwater management problems and encourage reliance on solo car use.”
Certification provides personalized guidance and high visibility, along with the benefits of sustainable parking management and design, including:
- Reduced management costs and increased economic benefits;
- Improved user safety and positive health effects;
- Enhanced environmental quality;
- Encouragement of alternative mobility options.