Edmonton approves bylaw allowing ride-sharing companies like Uber to operate

Edmonton city council has approved a bylaw that will allow ride-sharing companies like Uber to operate legally. Councillors voted in favour of the bylaw on Wednesday. The bylaw, which takes effect March 1, includes two licences: one for ride-sharing companies, called private transportation providers, and the other for taxis. Mayor Don Iveson said the bylaw is a result of demand for more choice in the vehicle for hire industry.
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