In order to drive a taxi in the Town, you must have a licence. Taxi driver licences are valid for one year.

By-law Services licences and inspects taxicabs in the Town of Whitby to make sure they are in safe working order and that taxi meters are accurate.

Apply for a licence

Complete the application and submit it to the By-law Services Division. Application processing takes five to 10 business days.

Provide the following with your application:

• Licence fee of $82.00
• Two recent passport-size photos
• Valid G class driver's licence
• Three-year uncertified driver's record with no more than six demerit points
• Police reference check, including a vulnerable sector screening check, available from Durham Regional Police

Download The Taxi Driver Application here.

Report a concern

If you have a concern related to taxicabs, including the availability of accessible taxicabs, contact By-law Services at 905.430.4345 or by email.