Ontario, Canada
Accessible rides to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Travel to and from Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport (YOW) in a vetted accessible vehicle, with door-to-door help and scheduled pickups. Accessible pickup is at the ground-level arrivals curb — share your flight so your driver times the meet to your arrival.
What ARK accommodates
- Side/rear ramp
- Powered lift
- 4-point securement
- Transfer assistance
- Service animal welcome
- Companion seat
How ARK works in Ottawa
Set your pickup & needs
Enter where you’re going and your accessibility profile — wheelchair, scooter, service animal, or door-to-door assistance.
Match a vetted vehicle
We filter in real time to the nearest approved driver whose vehicle and securement certification fit your exact needs.
Ride and rate accessibility
Track your driver live, then rate the vehicle’s accessibility — with zero accessibility surcharge.
- $0Accessibility surcharge in Ottawa
Accessible vehicle types
Wheelchair-accessible van (ramp)
Low-floor van with a side or rear ramp and 4-point securement — fits most manual and power wheelchairs.
Wheelchair-accessible van (lift)
Powered lift for heavier power chairs and scooters, with extra headroom and securement.
Adapted sedan
Comfortable sedan with transfer assistance for ambulatory riders who don’t travel seated in their wheelchair.
Funding & subsidy
ODSP recipients and other Ontario disability programs may cover eligible medical trips, and the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) supports related mobility needs.
See funding options →Frequently asked questions
- Yes — schedule ahead for early or late flights and your accessible ride is confirmed for your travel time.
- Yes. A caregiver or family member can book and track your YOW ride, and be the payment method.