INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT – SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
Senior Transportation Services
This Independent Contractor Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on 2026-08-20, by and between:
Company: RIDESENIOR (the “Company”)
Legal Name: DANG MINH DUC HO
Registered Office: 3118 Parsons Rd NW, Edmonton, AB, T6N 1L6, Canada
AND
Driver Partner (Contractor): Partner (the “Contractor”)
Email:
Address:
- Definitions.
Services: Senior transportation services arranged by the Company, including pick-up/drop-off, assisted curb-to-curb support where applicable, waiting time as booked, and related rider support consistent with Company standards. Services may include rides to appointments, errands, social visits, and other non-emergency transportation.
Fare: The price charged to the rider for a completed trip excluding Applicable Taxes, tolls/parking reimbursements, and tips/gratuities.
Applicable Taxes: GST/HST/PST/QST or any successor consumption taxes at rates then in effect, where required by law.
Tax Portion: The portion of an invoice representing Applicable Taxes collected on the Fare.
Platform/Coordination Fee: The portion of the Fare retained by the Company for dispatch, platform, support, marketing, and administration.
- Scope of Work.
The Contractor provides the Services to riders referred/arranged by the Company. The Contractor agrees to: (a) perform Services safely, courteously, and professionally; (b) follow reasonable safety, rider-care, and service quality standards issued by the Company from time to time; (c) communicate promptly regarding availability, delays, cancellations, and rider issues; and (d) accept or decline trip requests at their discretion, unless otherwise required by law or pre-scheduled commitments accepted by the Contractor.
No Medical/Emergency Services. The Services are non-emergency transportation only. The Contractor shall not represent that they provide medical care. If a rider requires emergency assistance, the Contractor should contact emergency services (e.g., 911) and follow Company incident reporting procedures.
- Independent Business; Vehicle; Expenses.
(a) The Contractor is an independent contractor and operates an independent business; determines working time/availability; may provide services to others (non-exclusive); and bears ordinary business risks/expenses.
(b) The Contractor supplies and maintains their own vehicle, fuel, mobile phone, and other equipment needed to perform Services, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
(c) The Contractor is responsible for all costs of operating the vehicle including maintenance, repairs, insurance, and any licensing/permit requirements.
- Compliance; Licensing; Background Checks; Vehicle Standards.
(a) The Contractor must hold a valid driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle and comply with all applicable laws, bylaws, regulations, and safety standards.
(b) The Contractor must maintain a roadworthy vehicle in safe operating condition, kept clean, and suitable for senior riders. Seatbelts must be functional and used as required by law.
(c) The Company may require proof of background checks (e.g., criminal record check/vulnerable sector where applicable) and/or driving record (abstract) as a condition of receiving referrals. The Contractor agrees to provide such documentation upon request and to notify the Company promptly of any suspension, restriction, charge, or condition affecting driving eligibility.
(d) The Contractor must not operate under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or impairing substances, and must comply with all distracted-driving and safety laws.
- Compensation; Platform Fee Split; Taxes; Tips; Cash Handling; Payouts.
(a) Commission Split (Fare). For each completed booking, the Contractor receives the remaining portion of the Fare after the Company deducts its Platform/Coordination Fee, as further described in Schedule A. If the total booking value is $80.00 or less, the Company retains 15% of the Fare and the Contractor receives 85% of the Fare. If the total booking value is more than $80.00, the Company retains 20% of the Fare and the Contractor receives 80% of the Fare.
(b) Applicable Taxes. Where the Company is responsible for charging/collecting/remitting Applicable Taxes, the commission split applies only to the Fare; the Tax Portion is not subject to commission and belongs to the Company for remittance.
(c) Tips/Gratuities. Tips are voluntary. Unless prohibited by law or Company policy, tips paid by the rider for a trip belong to the Contractor and are not subject to the commission split. Tips may still be reported for tax compliance as required by law.
(d) Tolls/Parking/Reimbursements. If the Company designates tolls/parking as reimbursable, such amounts are pass-through reimbursements and are not subject to commission unless stated otherwise in writing.
(e) If the rider pays the Company (card/in-app/invoice), the Company remits the Contractor’s earnings on a weekly basis (or other cadence published by the Company) by e-Transfer or other agreed method. The Company may provide a trip statement in lieu of an invoice unless an invoice is legally required.
(f) If the rider pays the Contractor (cash/e-Transfer), the Contractor receives payment as collection agent of the Company. Within 24 hours the Contractor must remit to the Company: (i) 100% of the Tax Portion (if any); and (ii) the Company’s applicable Platform/Coordination Fee share of the Fare, being 15% where the total booking value is $80.00 or less, or 20% where the total booking value is more than $80.00. The Contractor may retain only their applicable share of the Fare (85% or 80%, as applicable) and any permitted tips.
(g) Receipts & Records. The Contractor must record trip payments and receipts using the Company’s system or an approved method at the time of payment.
(h) Refunds/Chargebacks. Verified refunds, rider credits, or chargebacks may be offset against future payouts.
(i) Late Remittance. Amounts due and not remitted within 24 hours may accrue a late fee of 2% per month (or the maximum permitted by law).
- Independent Contractor Status; No Authority; Taxes.
The Contractor is an independent contractor, not an employee, partner, joint venturer, or agent of the Company, and has no authority to bind the Company. The Contractor is solely responsible for their own income tax, payroll deductions (if any), CPP/EI (if applicable), and any other statutory obligations.
- Insurance; Claims; WCB (if applicable).
(a) The Contractor must maintain automobile insurance required by law and any additional commercial coverage required to perform Services. The Company may request proof of insurance at any time.
(b) The Contractor is responsible for any claims, tickets, fines, penalties, towing/storage, and damages arising from the operation of the vehicle, except to the extent caused by the Company’s direct negligence or willful misconduct.
(c) Where applicable, the Contractor is responsible for WCB coverage (or equivalent) and must provide a clearance letter upon request.
- Confidentiality; Privacy; Data Protection.
The Contractor will safeguard rider personal information, trip details, pricing, and Company information; use such information only to perform Services; and comply with applicable privacy laws (including Alberta’s PIPA where applicable) and Company policies.
- Non-Solicitation (Riders).
During the term and for twelve (12) months after termination, the Contractor shall not solicit or accept transportation business directly from riders introduced through the Company, except through the Company or with the Company’s prior written consent.
- Service Quality; Safety; Incident Reporting.
The Contractor agrees to follow Company quality and safety guidelines (e.g., courteous assistance, safe pick-up/drop-off practices). The Contractor must promptly report incidents including accidents, injuries, allegations, lost property, safety concerns, or rider complaints in accordance with Company procedures.
- Indemnity; Limitation of Liability.
The Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the Company from third-party claims arising from the Contractor’s acts/omissions, vehicle operation, or breach of this Agreement, except to the extent caused by the Company’s direct negligence or willful misconduct.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company’s aggregate liability is limited to the amounts paid by the Company to the Contractor for the affected trip(s) giving rise to the claim.
- Term; Termination; Suspension.
This Agreement takes effect on 2026-08-20 and continues until terminated. Either party may terminate upon fifteen (15) days’ written notice. The Company may suspend or terminate immediately for safety concerns, misconduct, material breach, verified rider complaints, fraud, or legal non-compliance.
Sections relating to compensation/remittances, confidentiality/privacy, non-solicitation, indemnity, limitation of liability, and governing law survive termination as applicable.
- Records; Audit (Limited).
The Contractor will maintain accurate records reasonably necessary to verify commission splits, remittances, and compliance. Upon reasonable notice, the Company may review records strictly for these purposes.
- Brand; Intellectual Property.
Company trademarks/logos/brand standards remain Company property. Any authorized use must follow Company guidelines and ceases upon termination.
- Notices.
Notices shall be sent to the addresses/emails above (or as updated in writing) by email with confirmation of receipt or by recognized courier.
- Governing Law.
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta and the applicable laws of Canada.
- General.
Entire Agreement; amendments in writing; severability; no waiver; non-assignment by Contractor without consent; force majeure; counterparts & electronic signatures (including e-signature). References to Applicable Taxes mean the rate(s) then in effect at the time of supply.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties execute this Agreement as of the date first above written.
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For RideSenior (2645953 ALBERTA INC): _______________________ |
Driver Partner (Contractor): ______________________________ |
Acknowledgment by Contractor. I acknowledge that I had the opportunity to ask questions and to seek independent legal advice, and that I understand the key terms of this Agreement.
Initials: ____ Date: ____
Schedule A – Compensation (15% / 20% Platform Fee)
Commission Split (Fare Only)
– If the total booking value is $80.00 or less: RideSenior (2645953 ALBERTA INC) retains 15% of the Fare as the Platform/Coordination Fee, and the Contractor (Driver Partner) receives 85% of the Fare.
– If the total booking value is more than $80.00: RideSenior (2645953 ALBERTA INC) retains 20% of the Fare as the Platform/Coordination Fee, and the Contractor (Driver Partner) receives 80% of the Fare.
– Applicable Taxes are excluded from the split and handled as set out in Section 5(b).
– Tips belong to the Contractor unless prohibited by law/policy (see Section 5(c)).
Changes to this Schedule apply prospectively and require mutual written agreement.

