Iqaluit taxi fare increases to $9 Charge expected to increase to $9.25 next year

By Trevor Wright Northern News Services Iqaluit

The cost to take a taxi in Iqaluit has increased to $9 per resident as of May 1, 2023 the City of Iqaluit announced. The rate increase follows the city By-law 936 Schedule L, which identifies rate increases within an approved grid.

Elder’s fare continues to be $5 per trip, while children under 10 with an accompanying adult continue to be free. In May, 2022 taxi rates increased from $8 to $8.75, where it remained until it was increased this year. The rate is expected to increase to $9.25 on May 1, 2024.

Iqaluit’s taxi fare increase schedule is subject to an administrative review every three years as well as a taxi committee review every five years.