Rideshare firms hide Canadian sexual assault data

Rideshare companies in Canada, unlike in the U.S., are not releasing data on alleged sexual assaults despite increasing reports of such incidents. This lack of transparency is raising concerns. Police data shows at least five rideshare drivers in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area have been arrested or convicted for sexual assault in the last two years. Lawyers are calling for greater transparency, citing the companies' claims of providing safe services. Uber and Lyft offer safety features but have not committed to releasing Canadian data. Survivors and lawyers are advocating for improved driver screening and data transparency to better assess and mitigate risks.