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On June 14, hundreds of attendees gathered at Lansdowne Centre to learn about operating e-scooters safely.
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Hundreds attend E-Scooter safety event in Richmond to learn rules of the road
Published 2:14 PDT, Fri June 20, 2025
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Over 300 attendees gathered at Lansdowne Centre on June 14 to learn how to operate e-scooters safely and legally as part of Richmond’s ongoing micromobility pilot. Hosted by Richmond RCMP in partnership with the City of Richmond, ICBC, Lime, Vancouver Coastal Health and HUB Cycling, the 2nd Annual E-Scooter Safety & Skills Challenge aimed to promote safe and responsible e-scooter use.
The event took place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and attracted over 300 community members. Participants received hands-on education in e-scooter operation and road safety. With the rising popularity of e-scooters in Richmond, Richmond RCMP is committed to ensuring that public safety keeps pace with innovation.
Booths were hosted by Richmond RCMP and ICBC for registration and safety checks, HUB cycling for helmet fittings and orientation, Lime for e-scooter sharing education, and City of Richmond staff who provided road rules and safety guidance. 90 free helmets were distributed to participants during the event.
The skills challenge included five stations: skills assessment, start/stop and balance, slalom and speed control, road practice area, and a station on safety skills and rules of operation.
Key concerns from residents, such as riding on sidewalks and age requirements, were addressed during the event. Several attendees expressed gratitude for the clarity around e-scooter laws, including one parent who confirmed the age requirement (16+) after seeing official materials.
Richmond RCMP continues to support the city’s e-scooter pilot as a safe and sustainable mobility solution through active enforcement and ongoing community outreach.
“We are committed to education and enforcement around e-scooter use,” said Chief Superintendent Dave Chauhan, Officer in Charge of Richmond RCMP, who attended the event and participated in the skills course. “This event helps us support Richmond’s pilot project and build a culture of safety.”
To learn more about e-scooter and e-bike rules in Richmond visit the City of Richmond website.
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