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The Voyager Electric Bicycle User’s Guide
TPS Training Bulletin
TPS Training Bulletin
TPS Training Bulletin Attention Traffic and Training Sergeants:
Recently we have had some enquiries from officers in the field and members of the public
regarding e-bikes and have found that there is some confusion over the definition of a Power
Assisted Bicycle (e-bike).
According to Ontario Regulation 473/06, an e-bike that meets the definition is deemed not to be a
motor vehicle, under the Highway Traffic Act, and is essentially treated as a bicycle. Any person
16 years and over who wears a bicycle helmet as required by subsection 104 (2.1) of the HTA
may ride a power assisted bicycle on the highway. There is no requirement for a drivers license, a
permit or insurance.
The main requirements for a bicycle to be designated a "power assisted bicycle" is that it "is
capable of being propelled by muscular power" and a "bears a label that is permanently affixed by
the manufacturer stating that the vehicle is a power assisted bicycle". Obviously while the e-bike
is being operated on the road, the pedals must be attached and functional.
O. Reg 473 refers to federal Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations for a definition.
Rick Line, TC 4365, TPS Training & Education Unit, Traffic & Provincial Statutes Section, C.O.
Bick College, 4620 Finch Ave. E., Scarborough, On, M1S-4G2 Ph: 416-808-4877 "Committed to
Lifelong Learning"
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