Gig Driving Apps Like Uber and Lyft in Canada

When considering rideshare apps for drivers in Canada, Uber and Lyft are the first to spring to mind. However, the rideshare market isn’t limited to these two companies. Alternatives to Uber and Lyft offer flexible schedules and more opportunities to make money, including 100% of tips while staying behind the wheel.

Below are apps you can consider exploring for your next ridesharing gig.

Uride 

Availability: select cities in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, and Prince Edward Island

Advantages: At Uride, your earnings per ride are usually between 70% to 85% of the base fare plus tips received from riders. You’re covered with commercial insurance right from the beginning of your rideshare journey. The company provides support to upgrade your driver’s license, and help you with professional growth.

If you work as a full-time driver, your minimum weekly pay depends on the city where you offer rideshare services. Part-time drivers get sign-on bonuses as a reward for joining the team.

Uride’s website highlights the “driver of the month” and other mentions to keep you motivated and valued.

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Y Drive 

Availability: Ontario: Peterborough, Huntsville, Grand Prairie, Lindsay, 
Alberta: Medicine Hat, Fort McMurray (coming soon)

Advantages: This locally owned app values quality drivers and offers them the best rates, including base fare and tips in the market. It offers full coverage to keep its drivers safe and secure throughout their ridesharing hours. The company believes in giving back to the community and has donated six figures to local events, charities, and initiatives to date.

Y Drive has a supportive drivers’ community, and your fellow drivers and the company owners have your back if things go south. With such great support, you can have peace of mind, and focus on increasing your income through ridesharing.

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Coastal Rides 

Availability: Sunshine Coast, Texada Island, Vancouver Island, Nanaimo, Powell River, and Campbell River 

Advantages: This local rideshare app allows you to complete both short and long-distance trips within British Columbia. The different ride options, including private rides, shared rides, and shuttle vans allow you to cater to a wide range of riders.

You can expect to earn between 70% to 75% of the base fare for each ride and the tips. The app pays drivers $1.00 per kilometre on average. You receive a reimbursement of $200 of your startup costs after completing your first ten rides. Also, the company offers group extended health and disability benefits.

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TappCar 

Availability: Edmonton

Advantages: At TappCar, you can usually earn around 80% of the base fare along with tips. If you choose to be a full-time rideshare driver and meet their eligibility criteria, you can receive additional health benefits, collision coverage, enhanced medical coverage, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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Cabee 

Availability: Greater Toronto Area and Vancouver

Advantages: At Cabee, you can boost your earnings by working during busy hours or on weekends. You can make extra money from surge pricing by charging additional fares, and through referrals. The platform offers 95% of base fares to its drivers, tips, and free credits of $20 as a welcome bonus.

The app also provides transparency and fairness in terms of setting the price per ride. Riders set their own fare through the app, and you can accept or counter-offer the rate, based on your preference.

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M-Rides

Availability: Barrie, Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Hamilton, Kingston, London, Northern Ontario, Ottawa, and Windsor

Advantages: Driving with M-Rides is seamless and easy. You can use your car or bike, and maximize your earning potential during peak hours. On top of receiving 100% fare and tips, you can also unlock several bonuses and rewards, such as when you refer new drivers.

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ZoomZoom 

Availability: Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Niagara, and Toronto

Advantages: ZoomZoom bridges the gap between you and your passengers with its local rideshare services. It allows you to earn a competitive income plus tips, and incentives for completing rides. Plus you’re covered with commercial insurance throughout your shift.

The company values their drivers and makes constant efforts to improve its services based on their feedback. Their unique services also include “Zoom for Her” for its female drivers, and “Zoom for Kids” for passengers seeking a booster seat for their kids.

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Wilma 

Availability: Greater Toronto Area and London

Advantages: Wilma, driven by women empowerment, is the first North American ride hailing membership service that aims to offer a safe experience for female drivers and riders. You can decide between driving anytime or during non-rush hours.

You get 80% of your base fare for each ride completed plus tips. Their collaboration with several partners can help you save on vehicle expenses, and use discounts on tax filing services.

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Hovr 

Availability: Toronto

Advantages: Hovr is a unique ridesharing platform that enhances your driving experience and rewards you for your time and efforts. They aim to promote fairness amongst their drivers. The base rate varies between $0.75 and $1.18 per kilometre, depending on the vehicle category selected.
You keep 100% of your fares and tips earned from the completed rides. However, you need to choose a monthly membership model to leverage this benefit. The current membership programs include “Driver” and “Chauffr,” both of which enable you to earn money without cutting your base fare and save on fuel costs.
You may also join their community to connect and share your experiences with fellow drivers.

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EZ Ride 

Availability: Sault Ste Marie

Advantages: EZ Ride, a local rideshare company, is suitable for anyone seeking gig-driving opportunities in Sault Ste Marie. You get base fare, tips and bonuses for offering ridesharing services. You also receive perks, such as discounts on your fuel purchases for completing a certain number of rides.

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Eva 

Availability: Montreal

Advantages: Eva is a mobility cooperative that aims to fulfill the economic and social needs of its members. You can earn 10% more for a completed ride than Uber or Lyft, along with the tips. Besides ridesharing, you can also deliver to local restaurants and retailers using your bike, e-bike, car, or motorcycle.  

What’s more, you’ll be considered an esteemed member of the Eva community as well as a co-shareholder of the company. This means you may also be able to participate in the company’s decision-making process and help improve it.

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Kari 

Availability: select areas of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island

Advantages: A ride-hailing app in the Maritimes that lets you select your schedule and accept ride requests based on your availability. Your pay includes a base fare (excluding Kari’s commission), tips, and incentives such as guaranteed pay in select regions. You can also earn more through the promotions available during peak hours. In addition, the lack of competition in the ridesharing market in these areas may further translate to more money-making opportunities for you.

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Kabby 

Availability: Newfoundland and Labrador 

Advantages: Kabby lets you take control of your working schedule while helping you earn through driving. In addition to the base fare, you can boost your earnings through tips. The app gives you the option to start or pause your shifts depending on your availability. Your personal vehicle for ridesharing, will be eligible for their commercial insurance coverage. 

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