Toronto police recently concluded a comprehensive two-week campaign aimed at curbing unsafe and illegal use of micromobility devices across the city. During the initiative, officers issued a total of 324 tickets and warnings, along with more than 1,200 fines for improper parking in bike lanes. The primary focus of the campaign was tackling behaviors that posed risks to riders, pedestrians, and drivers.
From August 10 to 24, law enforcement officers throughout Toronto directly engaged with users of e-bikes, e-scooters, e-mopeds, and other micromobility gadgets. While the main objective was to educate individuals, enforcement actions were taken when serious safety breaches were observed. These included infractions such as riding on sidewalks illegally, cycling in the wrong direction in bike lanes, e-mopeds operating in cycle tracks, and vehicles obstructing bike lanes.
The Toronto Police Service (TPS) emphasized that e-scooters are still prohibited in all public spaces within the city, including roads, sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails. Though some citations are still in the process of being finalized, the overall number of issued penalties is expected to increase.
Following the conclusion of the two-week campaign, law enforcement officials have asserted that enforcement efforts will persist as a vital component of routine traffic operations. The focus will be on targeting riders who knowingly violate regulations or jeopardize the safety of others. Officers will uphold the Highway Traffic Act, City of Toronto by-laws, and other relevant legislation, while also providing guidance to riders as necessary.
The Toronto Police Service underscored the importance of all road users making responsible and lawful decisions, regardless of whether they are driving, cycling, walking, or using micromobility devices. The ultimate aim is to minimize conflicts and prevent injuries within Toronto’s bustling cycling and micromobility network.
