You drink, we drive. Get home safe with Uber and National!
Educating Calgarians about making a responsible choice before getting behind the wheel is one of our top priorities. To kick off an ongoing effort to raise awareness about the importance of not drinking and driving, on November 13th from 9PM-1:30AM we’re bringing out our Precision Kiosk Technologies breathalyzer kiosk and teaming up with National to bring you a safe, reliable ride home– on us.
BC, you’ve moved us.
In the recent months, we’ve been humbled by the overwhelming support shown by British Columbians for Uber and ridesharing. Here’s some of the support British Columbians shared with your provincial government about bringing ridesharing and Uber to the province:
STATEMENT: It’s time for provincial leadership on ridesharing
Vancouver City Council has clearly stated that they’d like to see the provincial government show leadership on ridesharing – 84% of Lower Mainland residents have expressed their hope that Minister Stone and Premier Clark will work to provide more transportation options for British Columbians by collaborating on ridesharing rules and we are ready to quickly work with them to make this happen.
Working together to bring Uber to BC!
The Uber Canada team has been working with your provincial and municipal officials to find a regulatory solution that embraces ridesharing in British Columbia. And while this process has been slow at times, the level of interest we’ve seen across the province has been nothing short of incredible! Over the past month alone, over twenty-five […]
Ride To The Polls With Uber
Voting on election day is a big decision. We want you to think about what’s important to you – not how you’re going to get to and from the polls. That’s why we’re offering new Uber users rides to and from the polls for free up to $15 each way on October 19th across the Canadian cities we operate in.
Ride To The Polls With Uber
Voting on election day is a big decision. We want you to think about what’s important to you – not how you’re going to get to and from the polls. That’s why we’re offering new Uber users rides to and from the polls for free up to $15 each way on October 19th across the Canadian cities we operate in
Uber’s Response to City of Vancouver Report
We are encouraged by the findings of the staff report and are committed to meeting with provincial officials and City staff on its 1-3 month timeframe to bring a plan to elected officials on how to quickly enable ridesharing in British Columbia.
Calgary Rider Zero: Brett Wilson!
Calgary, we’re finally here! And, who better to kick off the launch of uberX as our “Rider Zero” than Calgary’s very own entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former “Dragons’ Den” panelist, Brett Wilson!
Calgary, your Uber is arriving now!
You heard it- we’ve finally made our way to Cowtown! Starting at 2pm today, Calgarians can enjoy the safety, reliability, and convenience of uberX at just the tap of a button, and at 30% cheaper than your traditional taxi ride!
Clearly, Calgary Needs Uber!
Whether it’s the Stampede, the holidays, or just your average Friday night, finding a ride home can be next to impossible for Calgarians. With cold winter nights on the horizon, it’s no secret that Calgary is in desperate need of more transportation options–something that Uber can solve!
