Updated 2019 – TappCar in Calgary is Alberta’s alternative to Uber. Drivers can make the most of their time by driving with both platforms.
Find out if you meet the requirements to drive with TappCar!
- Service Types and Rates
- Vehicle Requirements
- Driver Requirements
- HST and Taxes
- Insurance Requirements
- Sign Up Process
- Contact Information
Looking for other rideshare options in your city? Head over to our Choose Your City page to find out what rideshare apps are available. Learn how to get signed up in no time!
TappCar Service Types and Rates
TappCar
Base Fare:
$2.00
Per Minute:
$0.23
0-2km:
$0.50
2-10km:
$0.70
10+km:
$0.75
Cancellation Fee:
$4.00
Minimum Fare:
$3.25
Van
Currently Not Available
Tips, Fees, and Payment Methods
Commission and Service Fees
25%
Commission 25%
TappCar: $2.50
TappCar Van: $2.50
TappCar Premium: $2.50
Vehicle Requirements
TappCar Standard
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
- Class: 1 and Type of operation: Livery and commercial plate on it
TappCar Van
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
- Class: 1 and Type of operation: Livery and commercial plate on it
TappCar Premium
- Need to get Police Clearance every year as required by Alberta TNC laws.
- A good size car no older than 10 years and inside, outside clean with no damage.
- No leased or rebuilt vehicle.
- Class: 1 and Type of operation: Livery and commercial plate on it
TappCar Calgary Driver Requirements
- Be over 25 years old
- Class 4,2 or 1 driver license
- Have a Driver’s Abstract dating back 5 years with no more than 7 demerits
- Calgary police service criminal background check, with a vulnerable sector check, dating back at least 7 years
- Proof of Status to legally work in Canada like Canadian citizen card, permanent resident’s card, work permit or Canadian Passport
- Have or be willing to procure a vehicle that is newer than 5 years old
- Have an Annual Mechanical Inspection on your vehicle
- Auto insurance copy of “Rideshare Insurance” with insurance details and business kilometers
*TappCar Drivers do not have to pay City Livery fees once they are activated with TappCar
Studying for your Class 4 license? Check out our Alberta Class 4 license “how to” guide and take all 5 of our practice tests to prepare for the real knowledge test.
Alberta Class 4 Practice Test 1
Alberta Class 4 Practice Test 2
Alberta Class 4 Practice Test 3
Alberta Class 4 Practice Test 4
Alberta Class 4 Practice Test 5
Taxes as a TappCar Driver
The taxes you will have to pay include CPP (Canadian Pension Plan contributions), EI (Employment Insurance), Federal and Provincial Income tax. You should consult with an accountant who can tell you how much to save from your earnings, especially if you have another job.
For more information on rideshare taxes, check out our in depth rideshare tax guide.
Insurance Requirements
Drivers are fully covered while driving with TappCar will be provided with insurance through the SPF 9 policy.
If you already have Ride Share insurance please bring a copy of detailed Automobile insurance certificate when you sign up with TappCar. The policy should state the details and the business kilometers. Rideshare drivers in Alberta are required to hold the “Rideshare Insurance” policy. Drivers are also required to ensure their brokers know they are operating as a rideshare driver.
See TappCar’s insurance documentation here.
Tappcar provides coverage for drivers from the moment they click accept ride to the customers exit from the vehicle. Drivers are still required to get the “Rideshare Insurance ” (SPF1) policy from their brokers
Sign Up Process
Head over to the TappCar website to sign up or sign up in-app
Visit the TappCar Edmonton office to sign up completely
Rather drive with Uber? Check out our guide to Uber in Calgary!
Contact Information
TapCarr driver support: 1-587-745-0378
TappCar support email: support@tappcar.com
TappCar support twitter: @Tapp_car
Calgary TappCar Hub
4807 32 St SE #36,
Calgary, AB
T2B 2X3
Edmonton TappCar Office
10080 Jasper Ave NW, Suite 301
Edmonton, AB
T5J 1V9
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