A coalition of student unions at B.C. universities are calling for cheaper fares on local ferries.

The coalition, which includes student groups from the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and the University of Victoria (UVic), has sent a proposal to the provincial government and B.C. Ferries asking for a $10 walk-on fee for all post-secondary students, who currently have to pay adult fares, which range in cost between $15 and $20 depending on the route.

Students from kindergarten to Grade 12 as well as seniors benefit from fare discounts.

Michael Caryk of the University of Victoria Students’ Society said offering a discount to post-secondary students would improve their lives and likely increase ridership for B.C. Ferries.

“We believe this would improv

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