Saskatoon residents invited to weigh in on shared electric scooter (e-scooter) program

After considering feedback from meetings with various stakeholder groups, early public feedback, and consultation with other municipalities who have explored or implemented similar programs in their city, a draft shared e-scooter framework is now available for public feedback. 

The framework will be instrumental in how the City moves forward as it considers inviting shared e-scooter vendors to operate in Saskatoon for a 2-year pilot project. 

City staff are inviting residents to join us for a pop-up engagement at the River Landing Amphitheatre on September 8 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to explain the draft framework, proposed pilot project and what is envisioned for a shared e-scooter program in Saskatoon. 

Additionally, the Government of Saskatchewan is considering legislative changes to allow e-scooters to operate on public streets. Some of the changes being considered are a minimum age to ride between 14-16 years old, mandatory helmets for riders, and a maximum speed of between 20 and 32 km/h. 

A standing e-scooter is a micro-mobility vehicle powered by a small electric motor. These devices do not have a seat or pedals, and the rider stands on a center floorboard to balance. Many cities in North America have shared e-scooter programs as the popularity of this mode of transportation is growing. 

Review the framework and provide your feedback at saskatoon.ca/escooter by September 29, 2022.