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About the Passenger Transportation Board
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/about
… Board is responsible for two types of decision-making: Application decisions on special authorization licences … from the Board under the Passenger Transportation Act. Application decisions As part of its regulatory role, the … Strategic plan 2023-2026 (4 MB) Strategic plan 2019-2022 (256 KB) Annual report 2023/2024 (4 MB) Annual report …
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Last updated: Wed, 05/28/2025 - 13:12
Application process
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/application-process
… Application process Print PDF Share Share this content Copy … Passenger Transportation Act. The Registrar accepts your application, makes sure it is complete and that you have met … operation, the Registrar will issue your licence. If your application is incomplete, the Registrar or Board will …
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Last updated: Mon, 04/14/2025 - 00:54
Support or object to an application
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/support-or-object-application
… Support or object to an application Print PDF Share Share this content Copy this URL: … can provide a submission supporting or objecting to an application within the submission deadline. Most submissions are from industry competitors who object to an application or prospective passengers supporting a new or …
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Last updated: Wed, 04/02/2025 - 02:03
Dispatch systems and application software
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/dispatch-systems-and-application-software
… Dispatch systems and application software Print PDF Share Share this content Copy … The Board does not regulate dispatch systems or application software under the Passenger Transportation Act. … rules manual Board policy manual … Dispatch systems and application software …
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Last updated: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 11:24
Inter-city bus
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/inter-city-bus
… is a public need for that proposed service ; and that the application, if granted, promotes sound economic conditions … new inter-city bus application checklist. The Simplified ICB Application process, which was implemented in 2017 in … registration documents Public need indicators Sample ICB time schedule Final step Submit your completed …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Reduce or stop inter-city bus service
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/reduce-icb
… Copied https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/search Inter-city bus (ICB) operators must apply to the Passenger Transportation … out in their licence. To eliminate routes or route points, ICB operators must: Submit a public rationale document. The Board will publish the rationale document with the application summary posted on the Board’s website Meet Board …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Inter-city bus minimum route frequency
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/icb-minimum-route-frequency
… route frequency (MRF) requirements for inter-city bus (ICB) services as part of the terms and conditions of … MRF policy The Board’s established MRF policy required ICB operators to apply to the Board to amend their licence to change any MRF requirements. This application process was guided by the following requirements …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Submissions - Applications
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/submissions-applications
… Act sets out the criteria the Board must consider on an application. The Board must first consider whether the … there is a public need for the service and whether the application, if granted, would promote sound economic … need applications Temporary operating permit applications ICB streamlined application process Policy The Board …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Board rules of practice and procedure
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/board-rules-practice-procedure
… on the licensee; “applicant” means a person who has made application to the Registrar for: a) a licence, a … direct communication is necessary. Rule 3: Sending of notices and responses The Board may send notices, … upon the evidence prior to its being considered. D. ICB applications to reduce a route or minimum route frequency …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:00
Hearings
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/application-hearings
… Copied https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/search When deciding an application, the Board panel holds a hearing. There are two … or a combination of both based on the information in the application file. A written hearing means that all … (RPP) that participants must follow. The Board publishes notices of hearings on its website. Request an adjournment …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Engaged carrier authorizations
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/engaged-carrier-authorizations
… authorization term and condition for Inter-city Bus (ICB) or limousine licensees. This term and condition is … on their licence. Applicability This policy applies to: ICB licensees; or, PDVA, limousine licensees only. Policy The … of licence. To cover the limited circumstances where an ICB or limousine licensee requires immediate assistance to …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Activation of licences
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/activation-licences
… considers public need for a service when it approves a new application, amendments to existing licenses, or applications … licence, transfers (ICBs) The Board typically requires an ICB applicant to activate at least 1 vehicle within 6 months … respecting any of the following… Related topics: Application process … Activation of licences …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Inter-city bus licensee list
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/inter-city-bus-licensee-list
… Railtour Company Ltd. Engaged carrier only Year-round Greyhound Lines Inc. Vancouver to Washington border …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Notice of hearings
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/hearing-notices
Notice of hearings Hearings Search hearings Choose a date Apply Choose a date Apply There are no upcoming hearings to display … Notice of …
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Last updated: Fri, 03/29/2024 - 00:16
Urgent public need
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/urgent-public-need
… An applicant is responsible for a delay in submitting an application or meeting application requirements The service requested is not … An applicant purchased a vehicle before submitting an application When the Board considers an urgent public need …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Urgent public need policy
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/urgent-public-need-policy
… "urgent public need" exists, it may choose to process the application without public notice. For most applications, the … in its weekly bulletin to bring the fact and nature of the application to the public’s attention. This notice provides … need process, the Board does not publish notice of the application or accept written submissions regarding the …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Systemic decision - Rates
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/systemic-decision-rates
… on the Board’s website. The Board may also send email notices to affected licensees. Legislation In Part 1 of the …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Appeal an administrative penalty
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/appeal-administrative-penalty
… normal business hours An address for delivery of any notices in respect of the appeal Signature by the appellant … will proceed with the appeal unless an appellant makes an application to a Court in the nature of a prohibition to prevent the Board from considering the application. In such a case, the Board may adjourn the …
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Last updated: Mon, 04/14/2025 - 01:05
Forms
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/forms
… (300 KB) PT Board Form 7: Inter-city bus authorization application summary (235 KB) PT Board Form 8: Inter-city bus … penalties (71 KB) Transportation Network Service application package: Board and Registrar forms (222 KB) …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:00
Constitutional questions
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/constitutional-questions
… This policy describes how the Board responds when an application to a Court is made regarding constitutional … with the normal Board process, unless an applicant makes application to a Court in the nature of a prohibition to prevent the Board from considering the application. Where the Board receives notice that such an …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Appeal - Administrative penalty
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/appeal-administrative-penalty-policy
Appeal - Administrative penalty Print PDF Share Share this content Copy this URL: Copied https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/search Context Under the Act, the Registrar is responsible for conducting compliance and enforcement, which includes issuing administrative …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Change rates or rules
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/change-rates-or-rules
… rules of taxis in the area? Make sure you understand the application process . It explains how the Board uses the evidence you provide in your application to make a decision. Types of rates and forms … Board Form 10 - Metered Taxi Rate (475 KB) alongside their application package. Hourly rates Hourly rates, also referred …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Taxi cameras
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/taxi-cameras
… within the company’s originating area. Newspaper notices must include the following information: Public Notice …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Amend or change a taxi licence
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/amend-taxi
… “legislative requirements”. Make sure you understand the application process for taxi operators . Learn how the Board … using the information and evidence you submit in your application package. Increasing fleet size To increase your … should summarize and explain the data you submit with your application. Applying to operate in an area with different …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01
Demonstrating public need and sound economic conditions
https://www.ptboard.bc.ca/demonstrating-public-need-and-sound-economic-conditions
… and submitters Introduction It is important to ensure an application for a new or amended licence has the information … for its decision. This page will help you create the best application you can for your proposed service. While the … will make the ultimate decision on whether to approve an application, you should provide the best possible …
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Last updated: Sun, 06/29/2025 - 18:01