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University of British Columbia

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Save $5 on your first Poparide*
Carpool for the planet and ride with a smile thanks to our student discount!
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*Verify your ubc.ca email before August 31, 2025 to receive 1 promo code of $5.
Offer only valid when verifying your student email the first time.
Promo codes expire 180 days after being issued.

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Poparide is the cheapest, safest and most reliable way to carpool from UBC Vancouver and UBCO Kelowna to other cities, towns and ski resorts in BC and Alberta!

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We receive a 4.7 star rating on average

"Great app and great drivers!"
Melanie Foster
"Good app, simple to use. Makes sense when you are heading the same way!"
Colin Knudsen
"Great app. I felt safe on my first two ride-shares this week. "
Daniel Smith
"Safest and most reliable Canadian rideshare platform."
Michael Lee
"Best ride ever!"
Elham Kalantari
"We had an excellent experience for our first time using Poparide. Would book again!"
Lissa Buckler
"This service is awesome. I recommend it to everyone."
Mahdi Bashiri
"Awesome service! You find verified rides across province! Fast & reliable."
Ruchi Shah
"Invaluable service. Most importantly, having company breaks the monotony of a long drive."
Bev Knapton
"A great tool to cover gas expenses!"
Fred Guseynov
"Professional team and professional platform. Well done."
Hadi F

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