Taxi Coop Montreal

What Taxi Coop Montreal does

Taxi Coop Montréal (legal name: Coopérative des Taxis de Montréal) is a Montreal-headquartered, member-owned taxi cooperative founded in 1980, operating the largest affiliated-driver taxi network in Quebec with 7,600+ drivers serving 4,500+ localities across 350+ zones. The cooperative delivers metered point-to-point transportation, fixed-rate Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) transfers, parcel delivery, vehicle emergency services (battery jump-start at $25, door unlocking at $35–$50), and a distinctive two-driver "Taxi Hic" ride-home service at 2.5x the meter rate. A corporate "Taxi Valet" program with coupon booklets and bimonthly billing serves 316+ enterprise clients, and the cooperative is an official transportation partner of Tourisme Montréal.

The technology stack centers on a GPS-enabled dispatch system integrated with iOS/Android mobile applications, providing real-time vehicle tracking, automatic nearest-vehicle assignment with sub-10-minute ETAs in most Montreal neighborhoods, and contactless payment via Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit, and credit. The fleet spans sedans, minivans, SUVs/station wagons, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric vehicles, addressing both passenger capacity and ESG-oriented procurement preferences. An August 2025 website relaunch modernized the bilingual (French/English) digital booking funnel with eco-friendly hosting. The cooperative holds PIPEDA and GDPR privacy compliance and operates under CTQ and SAAQ regulatory frameworks.

The revenue model is predominantly transaction-based on metered fares and fixed airport rates, supplemented by subscription-style corporate coupon billing and unit-priced ancillary services. Distribution is fully direct-to-consumer through app, phone switchboard (24/7 at 514-725-9885), and website, with no intermediary reseller channel. The company is privately held as a cooperative with no disclosed external funding rounds, and 1.4M+ annual calls handled suggest an established mid-scale operating footprint, though specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Taxi Coop Montreal

Legal name

Coopérative des Taxis de Montréal

Website

https://taxi-coop.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Taxi Coop Montréal is a member-owned taxi cooperative operating 7,600+ affiliated drivers across 4,500+ localities in Quebec, providing metered taxi, airport transfers, parcel delivery, roadside assistance, and corporate transportation services directly to consumers and enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ground Transportation / Taxi Services

NAICS

Taxi and Ridesharing Services (485310), Taxi and Ridesharing Services (48531), Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation (485)

SIC

Local & Suburban Transit & Interurban Hwy Passenger Trans (4100)

akta.pro primary industry

Taxi Fleet Owners & Medallion/Permit Operators (TLAFAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Taxi-Hail Aggregators & Dispatch Platforms (E-Hail for Licensed Taxis) (TLAFAIAD), Dispatch / Call Center Taxi Services (THADAEAB), Airport Taxi & Ground Transportation Operators (TLAFAHAE)

Keywords

• Taxi services
• Airport transfers
• Parcel delivery
• Corporate transportation
• Roadside assistance

Headquarters

HQ city

Montréal

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Metered Taxi Services: Standard taxi fares calculated by taximeter for point-to-point transportation within Montreal and across Quebec. Revenue from individual rides booked via app, phone, or street hailing.
2. Airport Transfers: Fixed-rate transfers between downtown Montreal and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), providing predictable pricing for travelers.
3. Corporate Accounts: Corporate clients receive coupon booklets for employee transportation with bimonthly billing. Simplifies expense management for businesses.
4. Auxiliary Services: Door unlocking ($35 car, $50 truck/van), battery jump-start ($25 fixed), parcel delivery, and Taxi Hic two-driver ride-home service at 2.5x meter rate.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Taxi Coop Montréal is a taxi cooperative providing metered point-to-point transportation, fixed-rate airport transfers to/from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), short-distance parcel delivery, and roadside assistance services (battery jump-start, door unlocking, and the proprietary Taxi Hic two-driver ride-home) across the Greater Montreal area and 4,500+ localities in Quebec. Services are delivered through a GPS-enabled dispatch system routed to 7,600+ affiliated member-drivers and accessed via mobile app (iOS/Android), 24/7 phone booking, the corporate website, and corporate coupon accounts.

Product overview

Taxi Coop Montreal operates as a taxi cooperative offering a comprehensive suite of transportation and roadside assistance services. The core offering is taxi booking for short and long trips, including dedicated airport transfer service with fixed official rates to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Adjacent to transportation, the company provides complementary services including parcel delivery, battery jump start, and door unlocking. A distinctive offering is Taxi Hic, an innovative two-driver ride-home service. The company also serves corporate clients through a coupon-based billing system. The fleet includes multiple vehicle types (sedan, mini-van, SUV, hybrid, electric) to accommodate different passenger and luggage needs. All services are available 24/7, integrated through a mobile application with GPS dispatch and real-time tracking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Taxi Booking (Réservation de taxi) Core metered taxi transportation service allowing customers to book rides instantly online, by phone (514-725-9885), or via the mobile application, featuring GPS-dispatched vehicles, 24/7 availability, and real-time tracking for individual riders.
• Airport Transfer (Taxi pour l'aéroport) Taxi transportation to and from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) featuring fixed official rates between downtown Montreal and YUL, available 24/7 with no hidden fees or surcharges for travelers.
• Parcel Delivery (Livraison de colis) Express parcel delivery service where taxi drivers handle pick-up and short-distance delivery of small packages within Montreal, providing a fast, secure, and affordable alternative to traditional courier services.
• Battery Jump Start (Service de survoltage) Emergency battery boost intervention for vehicles with dead batteries, providing a fixed $25 rate to restart stranded cars quickly without needing a tow truck, available 24/7.
• Door Unlocking (Déverrouillage de porte) Professional non-destructive car door unlocking for keys locked inside, lost, or broken in the lock, available 24/7 at fixed rates of $35 for cars and $50 for trucks or vans.
• Taxi Hic Innovative ride-home service where two drivers accompany the customer: one drives the client in the taxi while the second drives the client's personal vehicle home, billed at 2.5x the taximeter rate, allowing customers to arrive with both themselves and their car.
• Corporate Accounts (Comptes corporatifs) Corporate billing program allowing Montreal businesses to open accounts, order coupon booklets, and receive bimonthly invoices with detailed ride reporting for employee transportation, used by 316+ companies via the Taxi Valet service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average taxi arrival time under 10 minutes in most Montreal neighborhoods
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Commission des transports du Québec (CTQ)coreOthersProfessional regulatory association for taxi transportation in Quebec. Taxi Coop Montréal is a member in compliance with provincial transportation regulations.
• SAAQ (Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec)coreOthersQuebec automobile insurance corporation. Taxi Coop Montréal drivers and vehicles comply with SAAQ requirements for road safety and insurance.
• Tourisme MontréalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial tourism partner of Taxi Coop Montréal, featured on mtl.org website promoting the company as a transportation option for visitors to Montreal.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Uber: Global ride-hailing platform operating across Canada including Montreal, providing the principal competitive pressure on Taxi Coop Montréal's metered taxi and corporate ride business through app-based booking and dynamic pricing.
• Lyft: North American ride-hailing platform competing for urban passenger ground transportation demand. Represents the same TNC disruption dynamic as Uber against traditional licensed taxi operators.

Others

• Tourisme Montréal: Official tourism partner that promotes Taxi Coop Montréal to visitors. Functions as a customer-acquisition channel rather than a competitor, but represents a key distribution relationship for the airport and tourist ride market.
• Commission des transports du Québec (CTQ): Provincial regulator governing taxi and passenger transportation in Quebec. Shapes the competitive landscape in which Taxi Coop Montréal operates, including licensing, fare rules, and TNC oversight.

Emerging players

• Teo Taxi: Quebec-based taxi service launched with a Tesla-only electric fleet, targeting premium and eco-conscious riders in Montreal. Direct competitor in the Quebec taxi market with a differentiated electric-vehicle positioning.
• CAA-Québec Roadside Assistance: Quebec's leading roadside assistance provider offering battery jump-start and lockout services. Competes directly with Taxi Coop Montréal's $25 jump-start and $35-50 door-unlock offerings for vehicle emergency service revenue.

Direct peers

• Taxi Diamond: Major Montreal taxi fleet serving the same Greater Montreal market with metered taxi service, airport transfers, and corporate accounts. Direct competitor for both consumer and corporate ride demand.
• Taxi Coop de l'Est: Quebec taxi cooperative serving the eastern Montreal/Laval region under the same cooperative operating model. Competes directly for licensed taxi drivers and corporate ride accounts in overlapping service areas.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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