But the taxi sector — with its deep ties to the governing BC New Democrats — is very pleased. But the Passenger Transportation Board (PTB), which under BC law reviews and approves transportation applications, thought differently. Consequently, ride-hailing companies now have a bigger share of the market. This might just seem like the way of the world – an antiquated business like taxis overtaken by upstart tech-savvy global ride-hailing companies. It makes very little sense – unless you are in the taxi sector, or a BC New Democrat, apparently.

Source: CBC News December 19, 2021 16:11 UTC