Only 11 per cent of Edmontonians say they are concerned about safety when using public transit, according to a new poll conducted by Canada Pulse Insight for CityNews.

Taking transit, whether by LRT or bus, is one way to get around Edmonton. But with the municipal election coming up on Monday, transit commuters are sharing how they feel about their safety and overall experience.

“From a timing standpoint, I think it’s fantastic, like they’re almost always on time,” said Balbir Singh, transit user.

“Well, I’m pretty satisfied with the routes and stuff,” said Manan Aggarwal, transit user. “It’s just like safety as the main issue.”

While some transit users are mixed on their overall experience, one of the main concerns is safety.

“Not so much with unhoused people or things like that, but

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