Uber’s Impact in Edmonton

With the spring weather quickly approaching, we wanted to take a look back at the last four months and examine the impact our platform has had in Edmonton since our arrival.

uberXL Edmonton

Something BIG just rolled into Edmonton. We’re really excited to announce the arrival of uberXL, the most affordable high capacity vehicle option in town! With room for up to six riders, uberXL is spacious, convenient and low-cost — think Toyota Highlanders, Honda Odysseys and Ford Explorers.

Uber and Public Transit: Working Hand in Hand in Edmonton

Since our arrival in Edmonton in December of 2014, we’ve been working hard to make Uber the most efficient way to get around town. With uberX, safe, reliable rides are available at all hours of the day, supporting and extending Edmonton’s existing transportation network.

Uber Canada Valentine’s Day

This past Valentine’s Day, we showed some of our driver partners a little extra love in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, and Edmonton.

Uber is Keeping Edmonton Moving with FREE rides!

Since launching last December, thousands of people have taken to the Uber platform to find a reliable ride when they need one.

Edmonton’s uberX Rider Zero: Former Mayor Bill Smith

Edmontonians have been looking for a convenient, safe, and affordable ride since Uber first launched in Canada back in 2012, and we were thrilled to have none other than former mayor Bill Smith as our Rider Zero in Edmonton!

Get Driving in Edmonton!

Feel like making some extra cash on YOUR terms in Edmonton? uberX is an option for drivers 21 years and older to use their own personal four-door vehicle (2005 or newer) to pick up riders who use the Uber app.

Bring Uber To Your Holiday Party This Season!

Whether you’re planning a tacky sweater party with friends or a swanky soiree for your office, we’ve got the perfect Uber Holiday Party Package for every occasion!

Take a Ride and Donate to True Patriot Love

When you ride uberX in Ottawa, $1 from each ride will be donated to True Patriot Love, a national charity that honours the sacrifices of members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans and their families in both times of peace and conflict.

Don’t be spooked by Halloween!

Lots of ghosts and ghouls will need rides this weekend, and we’ll be here to be the most reliable option in town. Come dressed up with all the knowledge you’ll need to get around safely and conveniently.