E-mobility

Regional roads with a posted speed limit of up to 60 kilometres:

• Within a bike lane on a Regional road; or,
• If bike lanes do not exist on a Regional road, E-scooters and E-bikes are permitted to operate as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway or within the paved shoulder.

E-scooters and E-bikes must be parked in an upright position and may be parked in the same locations as traditional bicycles, including:

• Ring and post racks, charging stations (where available);
• Corrals that support electric kick-scooters or e-bikes in an upright position or enable the frame to be secured; and,
• An area designated by pavement marking or official or authorized sign for parking of E-scooters or E-bikes. 

General Rules:

• Helmets must be worn by riders under the age of 18; however, it is encouraged that all riders wear a helmet for their safety.
• Only one rider per E-scooter is permitted - passengers are not allowed.
• Do not carry, tow, push or pull another person, device or object while using your E-scooter. You may carry purses and backpacks with you.

For E-scooter and E-bike Users:

• Keep a safe distance of at least 1 metre from pedestrians and other road users, shoulder, path, walkway, multi-use pathway at all times and give way to a pedestrian or bicycle by slowing or stopping when there is not enough space for the pedestrian, bicycle/E-bike, and/or E-scooter device.
• Signal your intention to turn using hand signal or signal lights if available on your device.
• Travel in the same direction as vehicular traffic.
• Stay to the right and pass on the left.
• When crossing intersections, alleys, and access-ways, scan your path to make sure people driving see and yield to you. E-scooter users must dismount within a crosswalk or pedestrian crossover.
• Slow down as you approach an intersection or in congested areas.
• Use your horn or bell to warn others of your approach and if you plan to overtake and pass them.
• Ensure your E-scooter has a light that can be seen by others, particularly at night.

For Drivers, Pedestrians and other Road Users:

• Expect and look for people on E-scooters and E-bikes.
• Pedestrians and cyclists should keep to the right to allow other devices such as E-scooters and E-bikes to pass on the left.
• Remember to give at least 1 metre of distance between your vehicle and an E-scooter or E-bike user sharing the road.
• Check your mirrors, using the dutch reach, when exiting your vehicle to avoid "dooring" oncoming E-scooter or E-bike users that may be approaching.

Regional Electric Kick Scooter By-law

Regional Traffic and Parking By-law

Highway Traffic Act

Provincial E-scooter Pilot

Provincial Cargo E-bike Pilot

On June 15, 2022, the Region hosted a demo of e-scooters and e-bikes at Regional Headquarters. Attendees were able to learn more about e-mobility devices, rules, regulations and safety tips outlined in the new Regional Electric Kick Scooter By-law. Vendors were on-site to provide an opportunity for attendees to experience e-scooter and e-bike devices firsthand.