Wedding and special occasion chauffeur

Couples, parents, families and event planners booking months ahead.

Package prices by the hour or per event, often with a minimum booking time. Extras can include ribbons, drinks on ice or a second pick-up.

• Polite and professional manner
• Planning and timekeeping
• Keeping a car spotless
• Marketing through photos and referrals

• Licensing and insurance for paid passenger transport, which varies by province and municipality; check what your local rules require before taking bookings
• Startup cost depends heavily on the car: a good used presentable car with commercial insurance, licensing and inspection sits at the lower end, while a classic or luxury vehicle costs much more
• Bookings are seasonal, with busy summers and quieter winters, so plan your cash flow
• Weekend and evening work, and the risk of double bookings, so use a clear calendar and written contracts
• Check deposit and cancellation terms in your booking agreement
• Collecting GST/HST may be required once you pass the small supplier threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs of typically around $15,000 to $60,000, depending heavily on the car. A good used presentable car sits at the lower end, while a classic or luxury vehicle costs much more.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue of typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on how many bookings you win. Bookings are seasonal, with busy summers and quieter winters, so plan your cash flow.

Check the licensing and insurance required for paid passenger transport in your province and municipality before taking bookings. Also check deposit and cancellation terms in your booking agreement, and GST/HST once you pass the small supplier threshold.