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February 4, 2025
Taxi licensees must replace old meters
The Passenger Transportation Board wishes to advise all taxi licensees that new standards for taxi meters will take effect on May 1, 2026. As of that date, analogue taxi meters...
February 4, 2025
Board decision on controlling members authorization
In support of the upcoming changes to the taxi rates structure and taxi meter requirements, the Passenger Transportation Board (Board) is giving controlling members greater responsibility and flexibility in managing...
March 27, 2024
2024 Vancouver Cruise Ship Schedule for Transportation Network Services and Taxi Companies
Transportation Network Service (TNS) operators are reminded to review the terms and conditions (T&C) of their licence as the 2024 cruise ship season begins in Vancouver. All TNS licensees in...
January 17, 2024
Board decision on new taxi rates structures
The Passenger Transportation Act allows the Passenger Transportation Board (Board) to set rates “for the purpose of establishing just and uniform charges” and to make rules respecting rates (sections 7(1)(f-g))...
November 24, 2023
Updated policy for inter-city bus licensees
The Passenger Transportation Board has revised its Inter-City Bus Minimum Route Frequency Policy. These revisions are intended to ensure ICB operators continue to operate a basic minimum level of service while providing enhanced flexibility to adjust minimum route frequency.