A new shared e-scooter system is expected to launch later this summer in Vancouver.
Shared e-scooter systems have existed in other B.C. cities for years, from Kelowna to North Vancouver, but regulations needed to be updated in Vancouver.
However, Vancouver will be catching up soon.
This week city council approved hiring Lime Technology to provide the system for five years. Lime runs similar systems around the world, with dockless e-scooters placed around cities. They can be found, unlocked and rented via an app.
A variety of safety measures are included, as well, including helmet selfies, training mode and no-ride zones.
The first neighbourhoods to get the system will be Hastings-Sunrise and Grandview Woodland neighbourhoods, according to the city.
“Vancouver is committed to more accessible and sustainable transportation options, so adding e-scooters just makes sense," said Mayor Ken Sim in a July 11 press release.
The City expects the system to be cost-neutral for the municipal government, with Lime responsible for the system from design to maintenance.
