British Columbia, Canada
Accessible rides to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travel to and from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in a vetted accessible vehicle, with door-to-door help and scheduled pickups. Accessible pickup is at the arrivals level of the Domestic and International terminals — share your flight so your driver meets you at the right exit.
What ARK accommodates
- Side/rear ramp
- Powered lift
- 4-point securement
- Transfer assistance
- Service animal welcome
- Companion seat
How ARK works in Vancouver
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 Vancouver
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
BC riders may be eligible for support through Persons with Disabilities (PWD) benefits and regional Health Connections travel assistance.
See funding options →Frequently asked questions
- Yes. ARK serves YVR pickups and drop-offs across Metro Vancouver with accessible vehicles and trained drivers.
- Schedule ahead — booking your YVR ride in advance guarantees an accessible vehicle for your departure or arrival.