The B.C. cabinet minister responsible for developing regulations for ride-sharing services such as Uber says he’s resisting pressure from the U.S.-based company, which has been using a variety of tactics as part of a prolonged public-relations campaign.
“You might characterize it as pushy. You might characterize it as cheeky,” TransLink Minister Peter Fassbender said in an interview, adding it’s clear to him Uber is trying to push him to speed up his government’s consultations on a provincial policy.
Uber is holding information sessions for prospective drivers this week, in Victoria, Kelowna, Vancouver and Surrey, which a company spokesperson described as opportunities for local residents to learn about ride sharing and the benefits it brings to communities.
Ian Bailey – Globe and Mail – April 14, 2016.
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