Beaumont, Alberta is asking residents to share their thoughts on electric scooters as a two-year test program moves toward its final season. Mayor Lisa Vanderkwaak is looking for community input to help decide if the scooters should become a permanent way to get around town.
The pilot program with Neuron Mobility first launched in June 2025 and is currently in its second year. After being stored away for the winter, the orange scooters returned to city streets during the week of March 15, 2026.
Under the current rules, riders can use the scooters on shared sidewalks, paved pathways, and roads with speed limits under 50 km/h that do not have a painted centreline. The devices are set to a maximum speed of 20 km/h, though they may go slower in certain busy areas.
The City of Beaumont estimates the two-year program will cost approximately $14,000 for community outreach and local infrastructure. While these rental scooters are allowed under provincial permits from Alberta Transportation, private electric scooters remain illegal to ride on public property across the province.
The current operating license for the scooters is set to expire at the end of 2026. Residents who want to provide feedback on the program can visit the project page at www.beaumont.ab.ca/e-scooters to share their experiences.
