Waymo announced plans to launch autonomous ride‑hailing vehicles in Canada on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, prompting concerns among Toronto’s taxi and Uber drivers.
Drivers and rideshare and taxi driver advocates say the new autonomous fleet could increase competition and result in job losses for existing drivers.
The move marks Waymo’s expansion of its self‑driving technology into the Canadian market, raising alarm among local ride‑hailing and taxi operators.