Is the government’s ride-hailing legislation really the best they can do?

Ride-hailing companies could begin operations in British Columbia by next fall under legislation introduced yesterday.  Transportation Minister Claire Trevena says the government's bill strikes a balance between meeting consumer demand and protecting public safety. In regards to the question of when ride-hailing cars will be on the roads, Minister Trevena said they're waiting on ICBC to develop insurance for ride hailing drivers.  

Now, a ride hailing expert says BC's legislation isn't perfect, but it's the best the province can do.

Guest: Garland Chow

Emeritus Associate Professor at the Sauder School of Business at UBC - and one of the witnesses called to present his insights to the all-party legislative committee on ride-hailing.

Ride-hailing companies could begin operations in British Columbia by next fall under legislation introduced yesterday.  Transportation Minister Claire Trevena says the government's bill strikes a balance between meeting consumer demand and protecting public safety. In regards to the question of when ride-hailing cars will be on the roads, Minister Trevena said they're waiting on ICBC to develop insurance for ride hailing drivers.  

Now, a ride hailing expert says BC's legislation isn't perfect, but it's the best the province can do.

Guest: Garland Chow

Emeritus Associate Professor at the Sauder School of Business at UBC - and one of the witnesses called to present his insights to the all-party legislative committee on ride-hailing.