Handi-Transit users over the age of 65 could soon be eligible for a rebate.
The city has settled a human rights complaint with Jim Derksen, who took issue with Handi-Transit's fares.
Derksen argued the discounted rates for seniors on city buses should also apply to Handi-Transit.
Users who were 65 or older between January 2013 and June 2014 are eligible. The fares were discounted in 2014.
The Manitoba Human Rights Commission said the resolution will enable every senior impacted to be credited for the non-discounted fare paid in the past, based on the number of trips they actually took during the relevant period.
According to the Commission, this is the first time a settlement in Manitoba has resulted in remedying every person impacted by the discrimination.
"The efforts of people like Jim Derksen have resulted in a better understanding of systemic discrimination and how it can be remedied. This outcome will be beneficial to all senior Handi-Transit users in Winnipeg,” said Isha Khan, the executive director of the Commission.
A report said the payout total could cost up to $310,000 depending on how many people apply.
