Riding and driving with Uber and Lyft.
Taking rides as a passenger
Download the app, add a payment method.
Fares vary by distance and demand.
Both apps work with a foreign credit card.
Driving for Uber/Lyft: the requirements
- A valid Canadian provincial driver's licence
- Legal work authorization
- Be 21 or older, pass background check
- Licence class matters (G in Ontario, Class 4 in BC/Alberta)
- A qualifying vehicle
What drivers earn
Earnings vary widely. Full-time drivers report roughly $3,500–$5,800/month.
You are an independent contractor — handle your own taxes.
Newcomer realities
- You need a Canadian licence first
- Commercial insurance costs more
- Check work permit conditions
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