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Under the Vehicle for Hire Bylaw (91.5 KB) annual permits are required for Vehicle for Hire drivers and vehicles operating in Strathcona County. This bylaw applies to taxis, accessible taxis and limousines.
Application forms for the Vehicle for Hire Permits are available online (below) or pick up at the RCMP and Enforcement Services Detachment at 911 Bison Way, Sherwood Park.
Print and complete the application forms:Â Taxi Permit Application
Completed application forms can be dropped off at:
Enforcement Services 911 Bison Way Sherwood Park (Monday to Friday - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Once the application is submitted, please allow several weeks for the process to be completed. Once approved, you will be contacted and an appointment will be made for the inspection.
The driver's permit is valid for one year from the date of issue or renewal, unless otherwise suspended or cancelled.
Driver permit checklist:
If your current Vehicle for Hire Driver's Permit goes missing, it must be reported to Strathcona County Enforcement Services immediately. A replacement Vehicle for Hire Driver's Permit may be issued at a fee of $51.75.Â
The vehicle permit is valid for one year from date of issue or renewal, unless otherwise suspended or cancelled. Each vehicle shall be inspected within 90 days prior to the date of application by a certified mechanic.
Vehicle permit checklist (required for taxi, accessible taxi and limousine):
You can report an infraction by phone or in-person.
RCMP and Enforcement Services 780-467-7741 911 Bison Way Sherwood Park, Alberta T8H 1S9
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There are currently no bylaws or policies in Strathcona County dealing with the regulation of taxi cabs. The safety of passengers and taxi cab drivers is an important aspect of the transportation services that taxi cabs make available to all residents. A need was identified to implement regulations to foster public safety, quality of service and consumer protection for both customers and service providers in the taxi industry. Many other municipalities have similar regulations in place.
The bylaw came into effect on July 1, 2015. Enforcement of the bylaw began on that date.
Licensed taxi vehicles are subject to regular mechanical inspection and must submit a driver’s abstract, an RCMP Criminal Record check, an RCMP Vulnerable Sector check and proof of insurance coverage.
The County began accepting and processing applications on April 13, 2015. The Taxi Vehicle Permit fee is $465.75 (valid for one year) and the Taxi Driver’s Permit fee is $51.75 (valid for one year). Permit application forms are available on the Taxi Permit Application web page or at the Enforcement Services office at 911 Bison Way in Sherwood Park. For more information, contact Enforcement Services 780-449-0170.
Under the Taxi Cab Safety Bylaw, every taxi vehicle based in Strathcona County must be licensed and must prominently and permanently display:
If you are in doubt about a taxi driver’s compliance with the bylaw, it’s a good idea to note the taxi vehicle number or licence plate number and decline to ride in that vehicle. You could also ask the driver to show you the permits related to the taxi cab safety bylaw, if these are not already clearly visible.
To report a concern or suspected infraction related to the taxi cab safety bylaw, please contact Strathcona County Enforcement Services at 780-449-0170 or visit Enforcement Services at the RCMP detachment at 911 Bison Way in Sherwood Park.
A person who contravenes the bylaw is liable to a fine. If a violation tag is issued in respect to a bylaw offence, the person who commits the offence may pay a fine, ranging from $250 to $1,000, as established by the bylaw.
Bandit taxis are vehicles operating as taxis, but without a valid licence. They can be uninsured and unsafe, and the driver has not been screened by a licensing authority. Effective July 1, 2015, bandit taxis are not permitted to operate in Strathcona County and can be reported by calling Strathcona County Enforcement Services at 780-449-0170.
The taxi cab safety bylaw was created to address safety-related issues of concern to taxi drivers and passengers. As such, the bylaw does not regulate other elements of the taxi industry that are unrelated to the safety of drivers and passengers.
This bylaw does not apply to limousines and any other vehicle whose seating capacity exceeds 10 adults, including the driver, or vehicles operated solely for the provision of specialized accompaniment and transportation services for seniors and those with disabilities.
You can read the full bylaw here.
You can also call Enforcement Services at 780-449-0170 or visit Enforcement Services at the RCMP detachment at 911 Bison Way in Sherwood Park.
Strathcona County places a high priority on public safety, quality service and consumer protection for both the customer and service providers in the vehicle for hire industry. All vehicle for hire businesses must have commercial vehicle insurance and the operators of these vehicles must have a Class 4 drivers licence. If they do not, they are in violation of provincial legislation. Strathcona County RCMP & Enforcement Services will investigate these violations, once a complaint has been filed in-person at the detachment (911 Bison Way, Sherwood Park). Strathcona County is reviewing this matter in light of technological innovations and the changing vehicle for hire industry, and it will be brought before Council for discussion and direction in the near future.
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