In a new report commissioned by Uber Canada, research firm Public First analyzed the impact of Uber in Canada in 2020, and how Uber has changed the on-demand economy. In the first Economic Impact Report, there are a few results that are clear. Uber’s availability in over 140 municipalities and across 9 provinces, has helped make everyday life easier for Canadians by offering a convenient, reliable and cost-effective form of travel. For communities, Uber has become an important economic multiplier for restaurants, cafes and local businesses. It also helps provide a safer way to get home late at night, and fill in transportation gaps. For the economy more broadly, Uber helps save time, expand mobility, create new business for restaurants and the hospitality industry, and provide flexible earning opportunities for thousands of drivers and delivery people in Canada.
