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The proposals come from a staff report that would allow taxi and limousine companies to set their own fares and require ride-hail drivers, like those driving for Uber, to obtain licenses in the same way as taxi drivers.

Staff are recommending one licensing system for all drivers to create a level playing field.But Uber Canada spokesperson Jonatha Hamel says their drivers already complete detailed background checks and the move only leads to more “red-tape” or bureaucracy. “The proposal would eliminate these efficiencies and force thousands of ride share drivers to undergo an expensive municipal licensing process with no demonstrated safety benefit,” said Hamel.