Vehicles for Hire
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Please be advised the City of Winnipeg's Vehicles for Hire office will be relocating from the 3rd floor at 495 Portage Ave to the 1st Floor at 495 Portage Ave effective September 25, 2023.
Vehicle inspections will continue to be completed at 495 Portage Ave by VFH enforcement.
All phone numbers and email addresses have not changed.
Winnipeg WAV Pilot Project update
On January 21st, 2022, the Vehicle for Hire (VFH) office awarded the contract to begin the process for creating the Winnipeg WAV (wheelchair accessible vehicle) Accessible Centralized Dispatch system. The Winnipeg WAV is a pilot project to address improvements to accessible on-demand service, in line with the needs of both citizens and the industry.
This system does not replace your current dispatcher, and will work alongside your regular dispatching system.
Applications to join the centralized dispatch system may now be submitted to the Vehicle for Hire office.
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Driver safety
Driving a Personal Transportation Provider (PTP) vehicle or taxi can be a dangerous job. Workplace violence includes both physical assaults and verbal abuse like yelling or name-calling. Familiarize yourself with our driver safety tips.
Passenger safety
Taking a Taxi or Personal Transportation Provider (PTP) can be an efficient and safe way to travel within the City of Winnipeg. To maximize passenger safety, please familiarize yourself with the information provided to Know Your Ride.