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 .
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.
