E-Scooters and E-Bikes | City of Port Moody

In 2024, Port Moody joined the Province's Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project, which is scheduled to extend through April 5, 2028. This pilot project allows e-scooters to be used on designated streets, cycling lanes, and multi-use pathways and to connect to nearby participating municipalities to broaden sustainable transportation options.

Shared e-scooter and e-bike program

On or before August 17, 2025, Port Moody residents and visitors aged 16 or older will be able to rent shared electric scooters and electric bicycles throughout most of the city. This improved access to active modes of travel aligns with the City's Climate Action Plan and Master Transportation Plan as well as the 2023-2026 Council Strategic Plan and the Tri-Cities Zero Emission Mobility Plan.

Lime

The City has selected Lime as the service provider for a two-year duration, ending in summer 2027, with the option for three, one-year extensions. The majority of residents will have a parking location within 500 metres (a five- to 10-minute walk) of their home. Visit their website to learn more about rules and instructions.

As the service provider, they are responsible for parking issues, maintenance, and the removal and relocation of shared e-scooters and e-bikes. Visit the Lime Help Centre to learn more about how to get started.

If you would like to rent a shared e-scooter or e-bike, use the Lime app, available for iOS (Apple) and Android (Google Play).

Rules and safety

When riding an e-bike or e-scooter, follow the rules below for your safety and the safety of those around you. Find more information on the Province's Electric Kick Scooter Rules and Safety web page. For both e-scooters and e-bikes, riders must wear a helmet – it’s the law.

Riders 16 years or older may operate e-scooters:

in a designated cycling lane or as near as possible to the right side of the road when travelling on a street with a posted speed limit of 50 kilometres per hour or slower; and
only in a designated cycling lane when travelling on a street with a posted speed limit greater than 50 kilometres per hour.

Within the designated service area for Port Moody's shared e-schooter/e-bike program, with the exception of slow-ride zones, the provider’s vehicles will be programmed to travel at no more than 25 kilometres per hour.

When entering the following identified slow-ride zones, the provider’s vehicles will gradually slow down to 15 kilometres per hour: Shoreline Trail paved multi-use path, Port Moody Recreation Complex, Kyle Centre, Glenayre Community Centre, Westhill Park, Moody Street Overpass, Klahanie Overpass, and Union Street Overpass.

Riders must not use e-scooters or e-bikes in natural parks or on recreational trails, with the exception of the Shoreline Trail paved multi-use path between Old Orchard Park and Rocky Point Park.

When operating an e-bike or e-scooter, please adhere to the following:

wear a helmet
drop off e-scooters and e-bikes in designated parking locations
use designated cycling lanes
be cautious of your surroundings
look out for uneven surfaces
adhere to the speed maximums for e-scooters/e-bikes (25km/hr, 15km/hr in slow-ride zones)

pass with care
use turn signals and bells
follow bylaws and provincial rules
ride in designated areas (not sidewalks or crosswalks)
ride solo - only one rider per vehicle is permitted
do not ride while impaired due to alcohol or drugs
do not use your phone or other device while riding
review Lime's vehicle operation instructions

Frequently asked questions

How do I sign up?

Download the Lime app, available for iOS (Apple) and Android (Google Play). Visit the Lime Help Centre to learn more about how to get started.

Can e-scooters and e-bikes be ridden on the sidewalk?

No. Riders must stay in designated bike lines or as close to the right of the road as they can.

Will parked bikes and scooters get in the way of the sidewalk?

When not in use, e-scooters and e-bikes must be parked in designated areas, out of the way of sidewalks and pathways. The app requires that vehicles are parked appropriately before allowing users to end their rides. Learn more on the Lime website.

The service provider will implement technologies that utilize geofencing and AI to support parking tidiness and safety throughout the city.

How much does it cost to ride?

Rates will appear in the Lime app before you ride. Check what the price is before confirming.

Can I ride on the recreational trails in parks?

No. With the exception of the paved Shoreline Trail connecting Old Orchard Hall to Rocky Point Park, the recreational trails and natural parks are excluded from the bike share program.

Do the speed limits apply to all e-scooters, even if they are privately owned?

Yes. The provincial government determines the speed limits, which are set at 25km/hr in regular zones. Visit gov.bc.ca to see a list of rules.