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Thousands of riders request Uber everyday across Canada. Learn how we can help you get on the road and cash in on the action.
Why you'll love driving
Set your own schedule
You can drive with Uber anytime, day or night, 365 days a year. When you drive is always up to you, so it never gets in the way of the important things in your life.
Make money at every turn
Trip fares are calculated using several trip factors, including time and distance, market conditions, and real-time demand at the destination.
Meet new people and learn about your city
You'll meet and have conversations with people from all walks of life. From long-time residents to first-time tourists, families, small business owners, and more. You'll also become an expert on your local community and discover new places to show your friends and family.
Instructions for drivers
1. Sign up online
Tell us a little about yourself and your car by creating a driver profile.
2. Minimum vehicle requirements
Your vehicle must meet the requirements to drive or deliver with Uber in your city. There are many options available, check to see which ones your vehicle qualifies for.
3. Share your documents
Take photos of the following documents and upload them to your account:
- Driver's licence: 21+ years old, Ontario G Driver’s Licence or equivalent (G1 or G2 is not allowed). Make sure to avoid using flash so that your information is clear and readable. If you're uploading an interim licence, please include a government-issued photo ID (e.g. previous driving licence, passport etc.) in the same photo to verify your identity
- Proof of work eligibility: Birth certificate, Citizenship card, Passport, Permanent PR card, Work permit, Social Insurance Number card or letter, Study permit (if it declares the ability to work off-campus unrelated to program of study), Certificate of Indian Status, Canadian Forces Identification Card, Nexus card. Please submit a photo or the original document. Scanned copies are not accepted. Make sure to avoid using flash so that your information is clear and readable.
- If you are uploading a work permit extension letter, upload the extension letter and your work permit in the same photo
- If you are waiting for your renewed PR card, upload a photo of your current PR card and PR card extension letter
- Vehicle registration: Both sides (Vehicle portion and Plate portion) of the registration document are required. The car must also be in good condition with no cosmetic damage, have 4 doors, no commercial branding, and cannot be rebuilt or salvaged. You are not required to own the vehicle. When taking the picture, ensure that it is not blurry and that all four corners are visible.
- Vehicle insurance: Your name must be visible on the insurance document. If you are the secondary driver, upload a photo of the insurance policy document that has your name on it. When taking the picture, ensure that it is not blurry and that all four corners are visible.
4. Safety Screenings
To drive with Uber in Toronto, you must pass an annual background screening, which includes a review of your driving record and criminal history. In Toronto, you have two options:
Option 1: Online Screening
Most earners complete their screening quickly and securely online via our vendor, Triton. Once your driver's licence and profile picture has been uploaded and approved, you'll receive a link from Triton, our trusted background screening partner. Check the Background Check section of the Documents Hub in your Uber App or your email (including spam) for a link from Triton to begin this process.
Option 2: Provide Your Own Documents
If you prefer to obtain your own screening, you must provide your Driver Abstract (3 Year Driver Record Search from Service Ontario) and a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3).
Please note:
- The document must be submitted to Uber within 30 days of the document’s issue date.
- Your local police department may charge a fee for this service.
- Once you have received your document, please contact Uber Support to upload the document for review.
New and existing drivers must pass a background screening every calendar year.
5. Vehicle inspection
Your vehicle must pass an inspection by a licenced mechanic to receive a Safety Standards Certificate (SSC) each year. You must upload a photo of this document within 36 days of passing the inspection.
You can have your vehicle inspected at either:
- A DriveON Vehicle Inspection Centre
- An existing Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre (MVIS) (available until March 31, 2025)
If you did not receive a paper vehicle inspection report and have instead been issued a DriveON digital inspection report, you can search for it on the DriveON portal and download it as a PDF file. Make sure to upload the document labeled “Ontario DriveON Safety Standard Certificate”, not the “Ministry of Transportation Safety Inspection Report”.
Click here to view an example.
6. PTC Licence
In order to obtain a PTC licence from the City of Toronto, you must complete a training program by an accredited provider. Please see this page for a list of the most updated training providers. Without a PTC licence, you can still pick up riders in multiple areas of the GTA, including Brampton, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Pickering, Ajax, and Oshawa and make deliveries with Uber Eats and UberConnect trips all across the GTA, including the city of Toronto.
If your vehicle is 7 years or newer, we'll submit an application to the City of Toronto for your Private Transportation Company (PTC) licence once you've passed the steps above. It can take up to 20 business days to process. (Note: Uber Support or the City of Toronto will not be able to provide you an update at this time.) Once you receive your PTC licence to drive in the City of Toronto, you will also be able to accept requests in the City of Mississauga and Town of Oakville.
If you have a vehicle older than 7 years, there are still options available. While you cannot pick up riders in the City of Toronto, City of Mississauga, and Town of Oakville, you can drive in the GTA. You also may qualify to deliver with UberEATS.
Support at every turn
To drive with Uber in Toronto, you must receive a Private Transportation Company (PTC) driver's licence. We'll be there every step of the way to answer any questions you have and help you through the process.
Delivery is a great way to earn extra money throughout the week using your vehicle or bicycle. By delivering with Uber Eats, you'll connect people with the food they love from local restaurants faster than ever before.
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