The Passenger Transportation Board (PTB) is an independent, administrative tribunal in British Columbia operating under the Passenger Transportation Act. The PTB holds ultimate legal authority over the province's commercial passenger directed vehicle sector, which encompasses traditional taxicabs, ride-hailing platforms, and luxury limousine networks. For BC limo operators, the board is responsible for approving specialized licensing applications, setting explicit geographical boundaries, controlling total fleet capacity limits, and dictating standardized pricing metrics. The tribunal regularly conducts extensive fitness reviews of existing licensees to confirm ongoing operational viability, financial stability, and complete adherence to public safety records. Any private transportation firm seeking to expand its operational footprint or adjust its vehicle counts inside British Columbia must submit a formal evidentiary case directly to the board demonstrating clear public need.
