Active Transportation

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• Wear an approved safety helmet.
• No passengers allowed.
• Ride single-file.
• Riders must obey all posted signs and traffic signals.
• Use standard hand signals to indicate when you are going to turn.
• No towing.
• Sound a bell or horn whenever approaching or passing a pedestrian, cyclist or person using another device.
• Do not operate while impaired by alcohol or drugs or when using a cellphone or other electronic device.

A licence or insurance is not required to operate an electric kick scooter.

• Maximum speed capability of 25 km/h.
• Power output rating 500 W or less.
• Weight not exceeding 45 kg.
• Handlebars for steering with a platform in the middle for standing 
• Functional braking system.
• A bell or horn that must be sounded when passing pedestrians and other road users.
• Front and rear lights that must be turned on between sunset and sunrise (lights may also be worn by the operator).
• No seat or enclosure.
• Two to four wheels no more than 430 mm in diameter.

Even if a model is available for purchase, it still may not be legal to use. You are responsible for ensuring your electric kick scooter meets the requirements. 

• Riders must obey all posted signs and traffic signals.
• Riding is not permitted on sidewalks.
• Riding is not permitted on highways.
• Do not ride on crosswalks. 

Roads with speed limit 50 km/h or below

• Use a designated cycling lane if available or stay as far right as possible.

Roads with speed limit above 50 km/h

• Must use designated cycling lane. Riding is prohibited if no cycling lane is available.

Learn the rules

Read the rules listed on this page and see the Province's Electric Kick Scooter rules before using a electric kick scooter. Breaking the rules can result in a violation ticket and fine, or injury to yourself and others.

Read the instructions

Start by reading the user manual and learn how to use your electric kick scooter. If you are renting, follow the rental company's instructions.

Practice your skills

Practice controlling and riding your electric kick scooter in a safe environment. Make sure you're comfortable doing things like stopping, dismounting and using turn signals before going on the road.

Pick up the pocket-sized "Bikeways and Bike Lanes Map" at the City Hall Service Centre or at local bike stops. The map includes all route and sign info needed to safely bike around Prince George. A digital copy is also available for download.

• Download the Bikeways and Bike Lanes Map [PDF]

Travelling around Prince George by bike is a great way to get outdoor exercise, but it can also be risky for a cyclist. Share the road responsibly with other drivers and ride safe by following these road rules.

Cycling requirements

• Wear approved bicycle helmets.
• Have a front white light and rear red light, if riding after sunset or before sunrise.
• Ride on the right, in the same direction as traffic.
• Do not ride abreast of another cyclist.
• Do not pass on the right, unless in a bike lane or passing a vehicle turning left.
• Do not ride on sidewalks.
• Do not ride on crosswalks.
• Yield when transit buses signal their intention to pull out into traffic.

Make your journey safer

• Put reflective materials on their bicycle and clothing.
• Use a bell to alert others.
• Ride one metre from the edge of the road or parked cars.
• Choose to take up the whole lane when the curb lane is narrow.
• Ride in a straight lane.
• Use hand signals.
• Do not make a left turn from the right side of the road.
• Do not wear headphones while biking.

Bike support around Prince George

If you don't feel like biking from one end of Prince George to the other, but still want to get some cycling in, you can bring your bike along for a bus ride. City transit comes equipped with bicycle racks that can carry up to two bikes at a time and are available on all scheduled buses.

Looking for a place to park your bike in downtown Prince George? Free bicycle racks are also located throughout the downtown area and at civic facilities. Private businesses may also have racks available for customer use.