# Whistle! — Tofino & Whistler BC > Ride-hailing service for Tofino and Whistler, BC, connecting passengers with drivers. (iPhone/iPad app by Spare Labs Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whistle/id1495190039 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Spare Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1073027185) - Category: Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 3.10/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.7 · 36 MB - Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, Spanish, Swedish - Released: 2020-01-27 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whistle/id1495190039/reviews.md ## What is Whistle!? TOFINO & WHISTLER — With today’s announcement by the Passenger Transportation Board, Whistle is the first ride hailing company in BC to be licensed for operation. Local to Tofino BC, Whistle will launch first in Tofino followed by a launch in Whistler, both resort areas applied for in the application. Operations will expand over the year into the neighbouring communities of Ucluelet, Pemberton and Squamish. Explains Whistle founder Dylan Green, “I previously operated an inter-city bus company in Tofino for 15 years, and well know the challenges resort communities face during peak visitation periods, such as holidays and weekends. I see ride-hailing as a new transportation alternative that will provide real solutions for Tofino, Whistler and their neighbouring communities.” In resort towns, ride-hailing will provide tourists and visitors with effective transportation. But uniquely, it will also help local residents, many of whom must commute to work outside their community, by offering pooled rides. Ride-hailing’s ability to add many casual drivers with their own vehicles will finally make it possible for a small transportation company to have enough cars on the road during peak demand times. “Smartphone apps have an amazing ability to connect people together to solve transportation barriers that have existed for years. The Whistle app matches other industry leaders in quickly connecting passengers with certified drivers, for an upfront fare, from customers' phones. Passengers may also choose to share their ride, aiming to reduce fares for locals who often have to commute from outside of town to work.” Mr. Green has operated buses in 40+ BC communities and knows the key importance of driver training to grow the licensed driver pool. Whistle is actively pursuing drivers in both Tofino and Whistler. Safety is a key component in the new ride-hailing rules, so finding qualified drivers with the right vehicles will take time. We expect many local drivers will be excited to help launch a new transportation industry, and especially to have the ability to drive on their own time, with their own vehicle, and earn the majority of the fare. Interested drivers can sign up at whistle.ca. Being the first ride-hailing company in BC is both a big responsibility and a huge opportunity for a small, local company. We are grateful for the opportunity to launch ride-hailing in Tofino and Whistler. ## Key features - Ride-hailing service - Upfront fare estimates - Pooled ride options - Connects passengers with certified drivers - Service expansion planned - Driver sign-up available ## Recent user reviews (7 of 7) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whistle/id1495190039/reviews.md ### 1/5 — App not working *2024-02-11* Downloaded the app, can’t register, keeps saying to wait but nothing changes **Developer response:** Hi Frenchie, thanks for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear about your experience with the app. If you could kindly reach out to our Support team at support@sparelabs.com we would be happy to work with you to resolve this. ### 1/5 — Doesn't Work *2024-01-27* Open the app and it says it's been broken for a week with no ETA of a fix. Don't bother downloading **Developer response:** Hi, thanks for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear about your experience with the app. If you could kindly reach out to our Support team at support@sparelabs.com we would be happy to work with you to resolve this. ### 1/5 — Does Not Work *2024-01-25* Downloaded the app and put in all my info just to find out that it's been out of service for the past six days with no estimate of when it'll return. Not sure why Apple even allows this on the app store... ### 1/5 — Service down *2024-01-22* I had to download it since no Uber or Lyft service in Whistler. To my big surprise once downloaded there’s a message saying the “system is down” it was posted 2 days ago! I guess you can’t rely in the service I had to wait and get a taxi😒 **Developer response:** Hi!, Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your experience with the service. We will forward your feedback to the Whistle team. In case you have any other issues with the app, kindly reach out to our support team via Support@sparelabs.com we would be more than happy to assist you. ### 5/5 — A solution to a problem *2023-04-27* Whistler doesn’t have access to Uber/Lyft so this app is perfect for the community, I was able to use the app with ease. I also really enjoyed the fact that you can schedule a time for rides. That feature is beneficial and will help you plan better. The drivers are also very friendly and helpful it feels more like a tour guide than just a driver. Really liked this app. ### 1/5 — Incredibly inefficient *2023-01-01, version 3.5.44* Would give 0 stars if I could. Uber is not allowed to operate in Whistler. Nearly impossible to get a ride from village past 10pm. Regularly 30min+ lines waiting for taxis from village at night. ### 5/5 — Super convenient and helpful! *2022-11-28, version 3.5.44* The rides come quick and the drivers are very nice and flexible. Left an item in one of the cars and the company was very helpful in returning the lost item! Highly recommend when looking for rides in Whistler! ## Frequently asked questions about Whistle! ### What is Whistle? Whistle is a ride-hailing service operating in Tofino and Whistler, British Columbia. It connects passengers with certified drivers for transportation, offering upfront fares and the option for pooled rides. ### Where does Whistle operate? Whistle currently operates in Tofino, BC, and is expanding to Whistler, BC. Future expansion plans include neighbouring communities like Ucluelet, Pemberton, and Squamish. ### Is Whistle available for free? Yes, Whistle is available for free download and use. The app facilitates ride bookings and payments, with fares determined by the service. ### What are the safety features of Whistle? Whistle emphasizes safety by connecting passengers with certified drivers and qualified vehicles. The company is actively pursuing drivers and adhering to new ride-hailing safety regulations. ### Can I share rides with Whistle? Yes, passengers can choose to share their ride with Whistle. This feature aims to reduce fares, particularly for locals who commute outside their community. ### How often is Whistle updated? The latest version of Whistle is 3.19.101, last updated on February 16, 2024. Updates typically address performance improvements and new features. ### What devices support Whistle? Whistle is supported on iPhones and iPods. The app is rated for ages 4 and up. ### What do users think of Whistle? Whistle has an average rating of 3.1 stars from 13 ratings. User feedback may reflect experiences with service availability, driver quality, or app functionality. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.19.101 — 2024-02-16 This release brings various new features, improvements and bug fixes ### 3.18.44 — 2023-11-27 This release brings various new features, improvements and bug fixes ### 3.17.5 — 2023-10-23 This release brings various new features, improvements and bug fixes ### 3.16.32 — 2023-10-17 This release brings various new features, improvements and bug fixes ### 3.15.26 — 2023-09-07 This release brings various new features, improvements and bug fixes ## Apps similar to Whistle! | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Evo Car Share](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/evo-car-share/id972393570) | 4.2 (85) | Free | Travel | | [Platinum Transport](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/platinum-transport/id1529414880) | — | Free | Travel | | [dnata ezyBoard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dnata-ezyboard/id1526404080) | — | Free | Travel | | [SamaraBusiness](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samarabusiness/id1529252100) | — | Free | Travel | | [Home of the set fare](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-of-the-set-fare/id1529321280) | 5.0 (7) | Free | Travel | | [Zajjel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zajjel/id1523182640) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Spare Labs Inc. - [Spare Driver](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spare-driver/id1357405851) - [Spare Rider](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spare-rider/id1414542240) - [KnowRoute](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knowroute/id1455155582) - [SW Prime](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sw-prime/id1473175231) - [STARNow](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starnow/id1485041883) All apps by Spare Labs Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1073027185 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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