Ontario Review sessions March 11 and 18th
Taxi News has obtained consultation invite email
The email below has been sent to select stakeholders, apparently limited to some of the groups which contacted the Ministry of Transportation and requested they be included on the Review consultation list:
From: “Ontario Rideshare (MTO)” <rideshare@ontario.ca>
Subject: Northland Passenger Train Provincial Pilot Framework Consultations – Invitation to Participate
Date: March 2, 2026 at 13:35:55 EST
Reply-To: “Ontario Rideshare (MTO)” <rideshare@ontario.ca>
“Good Afternoon,
As announced in the 2025 Fall Economic Statement, the Ministry of Transportation, alongside the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Ministry of Rural Affairs, is consulting with municipalities and key stakeholders to explore the provincial standardization of rideshare requirements, starting with establishing a proposed rideshare pilot framework along the Northlander Passenger Train corridor.
The growth of digital technology, including app-based ridesharing services to connect drivers and travellers, has influenced transportation user expectations and choice, as well as how municipalities and industry stakeholders deliver transportation options across the province.
To help support an integrated and efficient transportation network, and to help support the successful return of the Northlander Passenger Train, we invite you to share your perspectives on a proposed rideshare oversight pilot at the following upcoming virtual engagement sessions:
1. Session 1 on March 11 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR March 13 from 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.
In our first virtual engagement session, we will be focused on defining the scope and objectives of the rideshare pilot, as well as gathering detailed input to inform the requirements of the pilot.
2. Session 2 on March 18 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR March 19 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In our second virtual engagement session we will be looking to revisit the discussion had during the first session, with a greater focus on delivery and implementation of the pilot.
If you are unable to attend either of these sessions, or would like to provide additional feedback, your organization will have an opportunity to provide written submissions through the Ontario Regulatory Registry.
Please fill out this Northlander Rideshare Pilot Engagements – RSVP Form to confirm your organization’s attendance at both Session 1 and Session 2, including your preferred timing for each session. If you have any questions, please contact rideshare@ontario.ca. We kindly request that you complete the form by Friday, March 6th and a meeting invitation hold for both Session 1 and Session 2 will follow.
We look forward to your participation and input in shaping the future of rideshare oversight in Ontario.
Sincerely,
Katie De Palma
Director, Transportation Policy Branch”
