Micromobility Regulations

Project Update

The City of Kingston is developing a Micromobility Regulations Strategy to regulate new and existing forms of micromobility in the city and support the ongoing work of the Integrated Mobility Plan. A key objective of this strategy is to establish clear and consistent rules that support the safe use of streets, paths, trails and sidewalks for people of all ages and abilities.

To support this work, Kingston is developing a micromobility education and awareness campaign, supported by signage, to help increase awareness of and compliance with the new regulations.

In the interim, the City will continue to share updates and education materials to help residents understand the current rules, safety requirements, and potential consequences of non-compliance.

The What We Heard report summarizing feedback from the Micromobility Regulations public survey conducted in the spring is now available to review.

Staff anticipate bringing a report forward to the Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies Committee in the coming months for Council’s consideration.

Project overview and background

New lightweight travel options like e-bikes and, in some communities, e-scooters are becoming more popular for everyday trips. These types of “micromobility” are changing how people travel, and can offer convenient, affordable, and sustainable ways to get around.

To learn more about the different types and the current rules, check out our FAQ.

To ensure people of all ages and abilities can use Kingston’s streets, paths, and trails safely and confidently, the City is developing a Micromobility Regulations Strategy with clear and consistent rules for everyone.

Why now?

As a first step, in February 2025, a Micromobility Regulations Review information report was presented to the Council’s Environment, Infrastructure and Transportation Policies (EITP) Committee. The report highlighted:

• Gaps and inconsistencies in existing provincial and municipal regulations
• Best practices from other municipalities
• New provincial micromobility pilot programs, including e-scooters, and cargo e-bikes.

Clear regulations will help support safe and predictable travel for everyone sharing streets, cycle tracks, pathways, and trails.

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