With new tariffs being imposed on Canada by the U.S., supporting local businesses has never been more important. Every dollar spent at a locally owned company helps keep our communities strong, ensuring that jobs, services, and economic growth stay right here in British Columbia.
Coastal Rides is proud to be a BC-based, locally owned ride-share service that puts our communities first. Unlike Uber and Lyft, which are massive multinational corporations, we operate solely in BC with a focus on sustainable, community-driven transportation. When you choose Coastal Rides, you’re not just booking a ride — you’re directly supporting local drivers, businesses, and the economy.
Why Supporting Local Matters
When large international companies dominate an industry, profits leave the province and wages are often driven down. That’s why it’s so important to support businesses that reinvest in the places where we live and work.
Here’s how Coastal Rides makes a difference:
- Keeping Transportation Dollars in BC – When you book a ride with Coastal Rides, your money stays within the local economy instead of going to foreign shareholders.
- Fair Wages for Drivers – We prioritize fair pay for our drivers so they can make a sustainable living serving their own communities.
- Eco-Friendly Transportation – We invest in hybrid and electric vehicles to reduce emissions and preserve BC’s natural beauty.
- Partnering with Local Businesses – We work with small businesses, healthcare facilities, tourism operators, and community groups to improve transportation options and accessibility.
Owned and Operated in British Columbia
Coastal Rides was built for BC communities. We understand the unique challenges of transportation in smaller cities and rural areas, and we’ve designed our service to meet those needs. Whether you’re catching a ferry on the Sunshine Coast, heading to the airport in Fort St. John, or exploring Tofino, we’re here to provide reliable, sustainable rides.
Uber and Lyft operate on a global scale, but we believe that transportation should be tailored to the people it serves. That’s why we’re focused entirely on BC — because we live here, too.
Choose Local. Choose Coastal Rides.
With economic pressures mounting, now is the time to be intentional about where we spend our money. Choosing Coastal Rides means choosing a local company that values its drivers and keeps BC moving.
If you haven’t already, download the Coastal Rides app and experience a better way to ride — one that supports our local economy and puts people before profits.
Interested in becoming a driver? Learn more and apply today!
Let’s stand together and support BC businesses. Every ride counts.