Drivers
In order to operate a vehicle for hire, an individual must:
- Be registered with a licenced dispatcher
- Maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence
- Have not been convicted within the previous 10 years of a major driving offence
- Have not been convicted within the previous 10 years of a relevant criminal offence unless a record suspension (pardon) has been issued in respect of that offence
- Not be registered on the child abuse registry
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.
Fact sheets
Drivers, please familiarize yourself with these safety tips:
- Taxi Driver Safety - Fast Facts
- Download the Taxi Driver Safety fact sheets in other languages
- PTP Driver Safety - Fast Facts
- Download the PTP Driver Safety fact sheets in other languages
Last update:
July 30, 2026