New more expensive taxi rates are now in place in Calgary.
Cab fares have increased by 4.4%, and drivers now have the right to demand at $30 deposit at the start of the trip to ensure payment will be received.
In addition, there is now a surcharge for vans with seating capacity of six or more, when they’re used to transport cargo. The surcharge isn’t applied when a van is transporting passengers without cargo.
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The changes went into effect on October 1, 2012, and window stickers in taxis have been altered to reflect them.
SOUND OFF: Will these changes affect your use of cabs in Calgary? How so?
The City of Calgary says all taxis will undergo mandatory testing between October 9th and 26th to ensure fare meters are properly calibrated for the rate increase.
It’s the first increase in cab fares in Calgary in four years. They were last changed in July of 2008.
Concerns about payment or any other taxi-related concern can be reported to The City via an online form or by calling 311. Compliments are also accepted in this manner.
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