Micromobility
Richmond Hill is currently undertaking a Micromobility Strategy to guide decisions on regulating micromobility devices and sidewalk cycling. Currently, there are limited by-laws governing the use of micromobility devices and cycling on sidewalks and other on-road and off-road facilities.
This project is recommended by the Transportation Master Plan and will address key issues including safety concerns, resident feedback, education and enforcement, and more.
Get Involved
Public Information Centre
In-Person
- Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- Location: Yorkshire Room in Langstaff Community Centre, 155 Red Maple Road
Virtual
- Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
- Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
- Register online
The PICs will start with a brief presentation introducing the project as well as the proposed next steps for micromobility in Richmond Hill. After the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to share their thoughts and ask questions. The feedback received will help guide the Micromobility Strategy. Participants are encouraged to attend the entire event, but if you are unable to make it for the introductory presentation, please feel free to join for the open discussion period.
Public Consultation Activities
The first round of consultation included two Public Information Centers (PICs) on September 16 and 18, 2024, and an online survey from October 16 to November 12, 2024. Presentation materials are available below:
The feedback collected through the first round of consultation was used to inform the draft Micromobility Strategy recommendations.
What is Micromobility? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Micromobility is an umbrella term for various types – generally electrified – of small format transportation. Common micromobility vehicles include e-bikes (left) and e-scooters (right). As micromobility increases in popularity due to its convenience and affordability, the safety of residents and visitors who use the City’s road, sidewalk, active transportation and trail networks remains Richmond Hill’s priority. As an emerging transportation category in the Province of Ontario, micromobility is often linked to the potential impact it can have for traffic congestion, sustainability, and transportation equity. These devices are typically used for short trips, or in combination with public transit. |
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Provincial Micromobility Pilots | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Province currently has five micromobility pilot programs underway, as well as proposed new regulation to align and extend these pilots. While Richmond Hill is not participating in any micromobility pilot programs, the City is actively monitoring them. The City will develop recommendations for Richmond Hill following a future review of micromobility permissions within the public transportation network. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
What is Currently Permitted in Richmond Hill? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The table below outlines major vehicle types, highlights key regulatory requirements, and clarifies what vehicles are permitted within the public transportation network in Richmond Hill. Operator and vehicle requirements for each vehicle type are determined by the Province of Ontario; basic requirements are outlined below, but please refer to the appropriate provincial resource for full requirements. Please also note that assistive mobility devices (wheelchairs, mobility scooters, etc.) are considered separately from micromobility, and do not appear in the table.
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