from http://www.sgi.sk.ca/sgi_pub/instructional/motorcycledrivers/2011/16.pdf
18. Electric cycles and scooters
Electric assist bicycle
Electric assist bicycle means any two- or three-wheeled bicycle that:
• is equipped with an electric assist motor that is no larger than 500 watts
• is designed to be propelled with the combination of muscular power and power
assist from the electric motor
• cannot be operated at a speed of greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) on any
level service
Driver’s licence required: No
Age restriction: None
Registration required: No (special bicycle sticker may be required by city)
Helmets: Operator requires a bicycle or motorcycle helmet
Operation rules: Must be driven in accordance with the rules of the
road under The Traffic Safety Act normally applicable
to a bicycle and cannot be operated in any area
restricted by municipal bylaw
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Power cycle
A power cycle is a two- or three-wheeled bicycle that:
• is designed to be propelled primarily with the power from an electric motor but
does have functioning pedals
• has an electric motor of no more than 500 watts
• cannot be operated at a speed of greater than 32 km/h (20 mph) on any
level service
• meets the definition of a “power-assisted bicycle” in the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Regulations
Driver’s licence required: Yes, a valid Class 7 driver’s licence or higher
Age restriction: As per driver’s licence
Registration required: No (special bicycle sticker may be required by city)
Helmets: Operator requires a bicycle or motorcycle helmet
Operation rules: Must be driven in accordance with the rules of the
road under The Traffic Safety Act normally applicable
to a bicycle and cannot be operated in any area
restricted by municipal bylaw
Any gas-powered cycles, electric cycles larger than 500 watts or without pedals
are considered motorcycles and all motorcycle licensing requirements apply.
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