The City of Airdrie has chosen to align with the provincial provisions to the Taxi Bylaw, including Transportation Network Companies such as Uber.

During the city council meeting on Monday, November 7, council heard the outcome of the public consultation in September that showed the taxi community was on the fence regarding changes, but 10 out of 11 residents were in favor of the new by-law.

To align with the province, the city will ensure the following;

1. Every TNC driver must have a Class 1, 2, or 4 driver’s license (professional class, not a Class 5 or personal class)
2. Every TNC driver must apply for a criminal record check through a police agency, including the vulnerable sector check
3. Every  TNC  driver  must  provide  proof  of  insurance  coverage  that  specifically covers driving a TNC vehicle
4. All TNCs must register with Alberta Transportation prior to operating
5. Vehicles that provide an on-demand service or taxi service and are operated as a Taxi at any time cannot be used to provide TNC services.  A TNC must ensure that its transportation network drivers do not solicit, accept or transport passengers other than through the use of a transportation network (i.e.  street hails are not permitted)

According to the Province of Alberta, only eight companies have registered with the Province as TNC's.