Toronto's Uber Eats drivers are the backbone of the city's food delivery ecosystem, ensuring that meals are delivered promptly and efficiently to residents across the city. However, many drivers face a significant issue that affects their livelihoods – they are only paid for their 'active hours,' rather than the total time they dedicate to the job. This approach disadvantages drivers who invest considerable time between deliveries, waiting for job assignments or navigating the city's streets.

Statistics show that gig economy workers, such as Uber Eats drivers, contribute significantly to the urban economy. According to a report available from Statistics Canada, gig work is becoming an increasingly common form of employment, with over 10% of the working-age population engaged in gig labor as of recent years. Yet, despite their growing numbers, these workers often do not receive the financial security and benefits afforded to other employees.

The current compensation model can be exploitative, as it fails to acknowledge the true amount of time that drivers are working. This can result in earnings that fall below the minimum wage once all hours, not just 'active hours,' are accounted for. Many drivers depend on this income to support themselves and their families, and this injustice leads to financial instability.

To rectify this issue, we call upon Uber Eats to modify its payment structure in Toronto to ensure that drivers are compensated for the total hours worked. A revised pay model would reflect drivers' dedication and effort more accurately, reducing turnover rates and promoting a fairer working environment.

Concrete actions can be taken by Uber Eats to address this issue: **1)** Implement a payment system that calculates earnings based on the total hours logged into the app, including time spent waiting for orders. **2)** Engage in discussions with driver representatives to better understand their needs and adjust compensation plans accordingly. **3)** Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with fair pay practices and transparency of earnings.

We need your support to make this change happen. By signing this petition, you are advocating for a fairer work environment for Toronto's Uber Eats drivers. Together, we can encourage Uber Eats to lead the way in equitable pay practices in the gig economy. Please sign and share this petition widely to ensure that every delivery driver is fairly compensated for all their hard work.