E-scooters and e-bikes are allowed on sidewalks, pathways and City roadways with a posted speed limit of 30 km/h or less. E-scooters and e-bikes are not be permitted at skate parks or outside City limits. Users should not interfere with pedestrians or traffic with the maximum speed limit being 20 km/hour with some higher traffic areas reduced to 5-10 km/hour.

• Shared e-scooters: are electric scooters that are rented out by companies. They are usually found parked on the streets in designated areas and can be unlocked using an app on your phone. You pay a fee to use them for a certain amount of time and then leave them wherever you finish your ride.
• Personally owned e-scooters: are purchased and owned by an individual for long-term use. Personal e-scooters can be riden on City pathways, but not on sidewalks or roads, as per provincial traffic laws.

When using an e-scooter or e-bike, riders are asked to:

• Respect pedestrians and those moving slower than you
• Use your bell to alert those you are approaching
• Maintain a steady path and avoid weaving between pedestrians
• Be cautious of those coming out of store fronts
• Helmets are strongly encouraged

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