City e-scooters program relaunch for the 2026 season

As part of Mississauga’s shared micro-mobility program, e‑scooters have returned this spring as of April 22, as an additional mode of transportation along with e-bikes. E‑scooters provide another way for residents and visitors, 16 and older, to move around the city, especially for short trips. These devices can make it easier to connect to transit, travel to work or school, or complete everyday errands without a car.

The shared e-bike and e-scooter program is contracted through Lime Technology Inc. and Bird Canada. The e-bike program operates year-round, while e-scooters retire for the winter months and return in the spring.

Shared responsibility

Every mode of transportation carries a shared responsibility, with safety remaining the top priority. Feedback from Council discussions, health partners, operators and community members continue to help refine the program and inform how the City manages and monitors it.

As the City continues with the provision of shared e-scooters, City staff are working with both Lime Technology Inc. and Bird Canada to strengthen messaging and education of proper use of e-scooters, and work collaboratively with our partners including Peel Regional Police to build awareness.

Whether you’re using privately owned or shared devices, it is your responsibility to follow all the rules and regulations put in place to keep all road users safe.

To make this season safe, here’s information on riding safety, rules, and etiquette and where you can ride your devices in Mississauga.

Riding safety, rules and etiquette

Always put safety first when using your bike, e-bike or e-scooter. Before you hit the road using multi-use trails, pathways, cycle tracks, bike lanes and marked cycling routes, follow all safety rules and shared trail etiquette. E-bike and e-scooter users must be at least 16 years of age to ride.

Wear a helmet

Cyclists and e-scooter users must wear a helmet if under the age of 18. However, all riders are encouraged to wear a helmet for their safety. All e-bike riders are required to wear a helmet regardless of age.

Check your speed

Maximum permitted speed for e-scooters is 24 km/h, and for e-bikes it’s 32 km/h.

Follow all road rules, traffic signals and signs

Unless there is a crossride, get off your bike or e-scooter and walk across pedestrian crosswalks. Remember, bikes and e-scooters are not allowed on sidewalks.

Ride your bike, e-bike or e-scooter solo

Unless your bike or e-bike is built for two people, double riding is not permitted. No passengers are allowed on e-scooters.

Stay visible to drivers

Make sure your bike, e-bike and e-scooter have a working bell or horn, lights at the front and back and reflectors. You must have a light when riding at night.

Be courteous to others

Always keep to the right of the trail, particularly if you are travelling at a slower speed. If passing others, always pass on your left and use your bell or give a heads up before passing another rider or pedestrian. If you stop for a break, pull off to the side or off the trail completely. When approaching a sharp turn that obstructs your view on your bike or e-scooter, approach slowly. Use your bell or give a verbal warning and proceed when clear to do so.

Ride sober

Just like using any other vehicle, it is illegal to ride an e-bike or e-scooter while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Ontario.

E-scooters and e-bikes not allowed on MiWay buses

E-bikes and e-scooters are not allowed on MiWay buses or the bike rack.

Where can you ride

Knowing what type of roads and trails you can ride your device on is very important, whether you ride a bicycle, e-bike or an e-scooter.

Cycle tracks (cyclists, e-bike users and e-scooter users)

Cycle tracks are separate asphalt paths installed between the curb and the sidewalk. They are for one-way travel, unless marked otherwise, and help create a more comfortable environment for all road users.

Multi-use trails (pedestrians, cyclists, e-bike users and e-scooter users)

Multi-use trails are wide asphalt trails in place of a sidewalk that are separated from the road. They are typically next to major collector and arterial roads and are meant for two-way travel.

Park trails (pedestrians, cyclists, e-bike users and some trails for e-scooter users)

Trails through parks and conservation areas can be paved or unpaved and are meant for two-way travel. All park trails are available for cyclists, e-bike users and pedestrians, and some major paved trails allow e-scooter users. Make sure to check the park’s signage to ensure you can ride your e-scooter on the trails.

Bike lanes (cyclists, e-bike users and e-scooter users)

Bike lanes are located on the road and marked with signs and pavement markings. They are meant for one-way travel. You must travel in the same direction as vehicle traffic.

City or regional roads without bike lanes

These are roads that don’t have designated bike lanes. Cyclists and e-bike users can ride on all roads. E-scooter users can only ride on roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less.

Crossrides (cyclists, e-bike users and e-scooter users)

A crossride is a dedicated space at an intersection. Cyclists, e-bike users and e-scooter users can stay on their device and ride through the intersection.

Parking shared e-bikes and e-scooters

When parking your shared device, make sure to park at an approved parking location found on the Lime Technology Inc. and Bird Canada apps. Parked devices should not obstruct sidewalks or be an obstacle for pedestrians or other road users.

For all shared devices, the City of Mississauga implemented a Mandated Parking Only model, requiring shared e-scooters and e-bikes to be parked in approved parking stations or designated parking areas. The City added more than 100 new parking stations for shared e-bikes and e-scooters across Mississauga in 2025, all of which are clearly identified with physical infrastructure, markings and signage. The City is planning to install more parking stations this year.

Report a shared device

If you come across an improperly parked device, inappropriate riding behaviour or encounter any other issue, you can contact Bird Canada or Lime Technology Inc. using the contact information below:

Bird Canada (orange e-scooters, blue e-bikes):

• Phone: 1-866-205-2442
• Email: 311_mississauga@birdcanada.co
• Online form

Lime Technology Inc (white and green e-scooters and e-bikes):

• Phone: 1-888-546-3345
• Email: help-mississauga@li.me
• Online form

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• Active Transportation
• Cycling