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Temporary Operating Permit (TOP)
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Last updated: Thu, 11/30/2023 - 11:50
… Print PDF Share Copy Copied Temporary Operating Permit (TOP) Need extra vehicles to meet an urgent temporary … directed vehicle operators can apply for a Temporary Operating Permit (TOP) that allows you to increase the number …
Operating with a licence
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Last updated: Thu, 03/28/2024 - 23:52
… Print PDF Share Copy Copied Operating with a licence Taxi Ride-hail (TNS) … (by region) in its Rates Rule - TNS Rates Rule . Temporary Operating Permits (TOPs) Operators can apply to the Board for a temporary operating permit to increase the number of vehicles in their fleet for …
Taxi
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Last updated: Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:36
… a taxi service. Apply for a licence Change a licence Operating with a licence Start a taxi service Passenger … apply to the Board to change rates or rules about rates . Operating with a licence Operating a taxi service Taxi … of Passenger Transportation . Temporary Operating Permit (TOP) Taxi operators can apply to the Board for a …
Limousine and shuttle
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Last updated: Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:49
… or other PDV service. Apply for a licence Change a licence Operating with a licence Start a limousine, shuttle, or other … apply to the Board to change rates or rules about rates . Operating with a licence Operating a limousine, shuttle, or … of Passenger Transportation . Temporary Operating Permit (TOP) Taxi, limo, shuttle and other passenger directed …
Operational policies
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Last updated: Thu, 03/14/2024 - 14:38
… taxis. This helps to offset the higher costs of operating wheelchair accessible taxis. Policy General … the Board may specify as a term and condition minimum operating requirements for wheelchair accessible taxis. … the Board may approve or set rates charged by a licensee operating passenger directed vehicles. Under the Act, “ …
Inter-city bus
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Last updated: Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:46
… per person fares. Apply for a licence Change a licence Operating with a licence Start an inter-city bus service … period of 90 days to transition to the updated MRF policy. Operating with a licence Operating an inter-city bus service Minimum route frequency …
Ride-hail (TNS)
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Last updated: Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:44
… a TNS service. Apply for a licence Change a licence Operating with a licence Start a ride-hail (TNS) service … terms and conditions labelled “legislative requirements”. Operating with a licence Operating a ride-hail (TNS) service Driver earnings The Board …
Taxi rates
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Last updated: Thu, 12/21/2023 - 16:29
… new taxi applications or taxi rate change applications. Operating areas with common rates rules There are eight … companies to obtain periodic rate increases when operating costs rise. TLCI rate increases are based on the …
Operational taxi data
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Last updated: Thu, 03/28/2024 - 20:13
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Operational taxi data Operational taxi data (271 KB) Updated: December 2023 … Operational taxi data …
Systemic decision - rates
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Last updated: Mon, 10/23/2023 - 14:39
… a class action lawsuit, Mastercard and Visa agreed to permit credit card surcharges up to 2.4 percent, subject to … provincial and federal laws. As a result, most PCNOs now permit businesses to charge credit card surcharges if they … rules under section 7(1)(g) of the Act: Licensees operating under all Passenger Directed Vehicle Authorizations …
Fitness
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Last updated: Tue, 10/31/2023 - 10:29
… licences Urgent Public Need applications Temporary Operating Permit applications The Board may conduct a fitness review of …
Ride-hail (TNS) rates
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Last updated: Tue, 10/17/2023 - 18:17
… be charged for ride-hail (TNS) trips in B.C. based on the operating region. This minimum rate is based on taxi flag … network services authorization, or under a temporary operating permit that includes a passenger directed vehicle …
Application process
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Last updated: Thu, 03/28/2024 - 23:51
… a service or vehicle, transfer a licence, get a temporary operating permit (TOP) or change rates) To apply for, or make changes … Request a decision reconsideration Urgent public need Operating with a licence … Application process …
Board rules of practice and procedure
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Last updated: Thu, 01/25/2024 - 16:05
… licence, b) a change of rates, or c) a temporary operating permit, and who seeks, or has, a special authorization to … on the witness list appears at a hearing, the Board may permit the witness to give evidence if the Board is satisfied …
Taxi meters
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Last updated: Tue, 10/24/2023 - 15:13
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Taxi meters The Passenger Transportation Act (Act) authorizes the Passenger Transportation Board (Board) to set rules, policies, and licence terms and conditions for taxi meter use and standards. This page provides information …
Limousine and other passenger directed vehicle rates
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Last updated: Thu, 03/14/2024 - 14:27
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Limousine and other passenger directed vehicle rates Limousine and other passenger directed vehicle (PDV) operators must charge rates that are approved by the Passenger Transportation Board (Board). The Board's Rates Rules …
Providing financial information
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Last updated: Thu, 02/15/2024 - 14:40
… Cash flow projections are detailed breakdowns of operating expenses and revenues. They show how money will … projections for 36 months Start-up costs (new companies) Operating costs (established companies) An explanation of … a new business, you need to include your start-up and operating expenses. Start-up expenses may include: Licensing …
Fitness reviews
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Last updated: Tue, 10/31/2023 - 09:45
… of providing the service Suspend one or more vehicles from operating Suspend all vehicles from operating Cancel a licence Related topics: Fitness Disclosure …
Change rates or rules
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Last updated: Thu, 12/21/2023 - 14:19
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Change rates or rules Taxi, limousine, shuttle, and other passenger directed vehicle (PDV) operators applying to make changes to their rates must show the Passenger Transportation Board (Board) that the proposed rates are both …
Reduce or stop inter-city bus service
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Last updated: Thu, 01/04/2024 - 15:40
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Reduce or stop inter-city bus service Inter-city bus (ICB) operators must apply to the Passenger Transportation Board (Board) to eliminate routes or route points set out in their licence. To eliminate routes or route points, …
Vehicle booking apps
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Last updated: Tue, 05/30/2023 - 17:42
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Vehicle booking apps Passengers can book ride-hail, taxis and limousine, and other passenger-directed vehicles using their smartphone. Smartphone applications (apps) connect customers to transportation services while also …
Resumés, criminal record checks and business registration documents
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Last updated: Fri, 10/27/2023 - 16:59
Print PDF Share Copy Copied Resumés, criminal record checks and business registration documents Operators applying for a passenger transportation licence must attach documentation that will assist the Board in assessing whether an is: a fit and proper …
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/resumes-criminal-record-checks-and-business-registration-documents
Preparing an accessible service plan
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Last updated: Tue, 05/09/2023 - 15:32
… Are wheelchair accessible taxis available for the same operating hours as conventional taxis? If not, what are the regular operating hours for wheelchair accessible taxis? In normal … are your wheelchair accessible taxis based within your operating area? If taxi zones are used, describe the system …
Demonstrating public need and sound economic conditions
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Last updated: Fri, 02/16/2024 - 11:49
… city has increased. A licensee could apply to expand their operating area to include that city because increased …
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/demonstrating-public-need-and-sound-economic-conditions
Resources
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Last updated: Thu, 12/21/2023 - 15:29
… in September 2021. It also looks at the consequences on operating costs and market share for both types of licensees, …