Uber will become the first ridesharing company to operate in Saskatchewan when it launches Tuesday at Saskatoon City Hall.

Saskatchewan’s Vehicles for Hire Act went into effect on Dec. 14, 2018, requiring eligible drivers to have a commercial licence (Class 1-4) or a Class 5 with conditions.

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Days later, Saskatoon city council approved a bylaw, which mandated a $3.75 minimum fare, criminal record checks for drivers, and a business licensing structure.

Several members of Saskatoon’s taxi industry spoke at a Dec. 17, 2018, meeting arguing ridesharing’s introduction creates an unfair playing field.

There is no cap on the number of ridesharing vehicles allowed to operate in the city, while the number of taxis is capped.

Regina approved its ridesharing rules on Jan. 28.

Lyft, one of Uber’s biggest competitors in other cities, has not disclosed any potential launch details in Saskatchewan.

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