The operation of Taxis and issuance of Taxi Driver Permits are regulated by the City of Cold Lake in accordance with Taxi Bylaw #760-PL-22.

Taxi Permits

City of Cold Lake Taxi Driver Permit Application forms are available at City Hall or online. To fill out your application and pay the associated fee online, please CLICK HERE.

To apply for a Taxi Driver Permit, you will require the following information:

• One I.D. photo that is 1 ½” high X 1 3/8” wide
• A Criminal Record Check (obtained from the RCMP Detachment)
• A Driver’s Abstract (Can be obtained from Tri Town Registries)
• Class IV driver’s license (for photocopying purposes)
• A letter of employment from the taxi company you will be working for

The completed application form and all supporting documentation will be reviewed by a Community Peace Officer in accordance with the requirements specified in Section 5 of the Taxi Bylaw

If your application is approved, we will contact you within seven (7) to 10days. Permits are valid for 365 days from the date of issuance.

If your application is declined, a letter will be provided stating why your application does not meet the requirements of the Bylaw. The appeals process is outlined in Section 6 of the Bylaw.

Taxi Registration

All vehicles operated as taxis in the City of Cold Lake must meet the requirements outlined in the Bylaw and must have a mechanical inspection conducted by a licensed mechanic every 12 months. All vehicles being operated as taxis must be registered with the City of Cold Lake and carry a valid registration sticker issued by the City on the windshield. There is no fee to register a taxi with the City. Please refer to Section 4 of the Taxi Bylaw for further information.

For additional information please contact the Planning and Development department at 780-594-4494 or planning@coldlake.com