E-bikes and e-scooters are a convenient (and fun) way to get around White City! However, there is growing public concern across the region about safety and near-miss incidents.
To ensure everyone is sharing our public spaces safely, the Town’s Community Safety Officer (CSO) will be ramping up enforcement of e-bike and e-scooter rules. These rules are in place to help keep riders, pedestrians, drivers, and everyone using our roads and pathways safe.
Parents and guardians, please remember that you are responsible for ensuring your children understand and follow all applicable rules when using e-bikes and e-scooters. As enforcement increases, the CSO will be impounding e-scooters and e-bikes that are being operated in violation of the rules.
We’re asking all residents to take a few minutes to familiarize themselves with the applicable rules below. Click here to download or print a poster outlining e-bike and e-scooter rules.
📍 Helmet Always
- A helmet is non-negotiable.
- Wear an approved bicycle helmet every ride.
📍 Age Requirements
- You must be 14 years old to ride an e-bike.
- You must be 16 years old to ride an e-scooter.
📍 One Rider
- One person per e-bike or e-scooter.
📍 Speed
- E-bike: Max speed of 32 km/h.
- E-scooter: Max speed of 24 km/h.
📍 Where to Ride
- No sidewalks.
- Use bike lanes, roadways and multi-use pathways where permitted.
- Respect pedestrians. Share pathways responsibly.
📍 Follow Rules of the Road
- Stop when required and obey signs and signals.
- Stay alert and watch for vehicles, pedestrians and other riders.
- Never ride while distracted.
- Ride responsibly and follow all traffic rules.
We appreciate everyone doing their part to keep our community safe!
Questions about the rules? Please contact the Town Office — we’re happy to help.