Uber to begin public transit service in Innisfil next month

Innisfil to vote on Uber transit Innisfil is set to vote on how much users will pay for Uber transit service. CTV Barrie’s Mike Walker has more.

Uber will become the public transit alternative in Innisfil starting next month.

The town passed a motion on Wednesday night that will set up Uber for residents with trips to and from main destinations.

Fares will vary between $3 and $5. For example, a trip to a GO bus stop would be $4, while a ride to the Highway 400 carpool lot would be $5.

The town will pay Uber the remainder of the fare, which is expected to cost about $100,000 in the first year.

The town also changed its taxi bylaw. This move will set a maximum rate, but allow companies to set their own rates around that.

The town and Uber are holding a meeting at the IdeaLab and Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for anyone interested in becoming an Uber driver.

The service is set to start May 1.