Did you know that e-scooters are currently illegal on public streets in Mission?
While there are over 30 pilot communities across BC where e-scooter operation has been legalized for the duration of the Electric Kick Scooter (e-scooter) Pilot Program (April 2024 to 2028), Mission is currently not one of them.
While that may change, we want to hear from you first!
“The Council has been hearing informally from neighbours about e-scooters for some time, but this is your opportunity to give us structured feedback that will help us to determine whether we should join the provincial pilot,” said Mayor Paul Horn on behalf of Council. “Please take a moment to share your thoughts about e-scooters.”
Whether you have used an e-scooter or not, please share your thoughts. Your feedback will be reported back to the Council to help decide whether Mission should join the Province’s Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Program.
E-scooters are battery-powered motorized devices with two to four wheels, a platform for standing, and handlebars for steering. The provincial government is using the results of the pilot to determine whether e-scooters should be authorized for permanent use in the province.
A few things to consider in communities where they are legal to operate:
- a licence or insurance is not required to operate an e-scooter
- the operator must be at least 16 years old.
- Helmets must be worn.
- Like drivers of a motor vehicle, the operator cannot ride impaired or distracted.
- A list of rules and regulations can be found on the Province’s Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Program website.
The insights collected through this survey will be shared with Council at a future meeting. The survey is open now until Sept. 7 on engage.mission.ca.