What is the difference between a car share and a ride share?

With a ride share, a driver comes to you and takes you to your destination. It’s very convenient and you don’t need to drive but you do need to pay a driver and you can’t reasonably have the use of the vehicle for an extended period. A car share is more like a very fast, affordable and convenient rental. The business is largely automated so there are minimal labour costs. You do need to drive yourself, but you get more freedom, flexibility and privacy at a much lower cost.

What is a co-operative?

A co-operative is an organization that is jointly owned and democratically controlled by its members. In Propel Us’ case, our members are our customers. Each member has one vote. Because we’re a non-profit co-op, nobody has a financial stake in the business. Members can’t receive any profits or dividends. This is so that we can deliver the best possible value to our members. Our focus is on saving people money, as opposed to making money.

Since our members share ownership and prices directly reflect operating costs, we hope to benefit from a culture of responsibility, care, and respect towards the vehicles and other drivers which will further help to keep costs low and service dependable.

When will Propel Us be opening?

Propel Us is planing a 2 car pilot program on the 400 block of Tranquille Rd starting early in 2026. Early in 2027 we’re planing to add 4 more vehicles in that same neighbourhood. From there we’ll begin to expand to additional hubs nearby, gradually expanding our service area.