The City of Penticton is advising residents the 2026 shared e-scooter and e-bike service will conclude its first season on October 31, 2026. We would like to thank residents and visitors for embracing the program as a fun, convenient and sustainable way to get around our community. As part of the seasonal shutdown, all Bird e-scooters and e-bikes will be removed from the community by November 2, 2026.
This season saw thousands of trips taken throughout Penticton, helping residents and visitors connect to destinations while reducing vehicle use and greenhouse gas emissions, supporting the City’s Community Climate Action Plan which continues to seek ways to support active transportation options around Penticton.
While the shared fleet will be removed for the season, please respect the road and paths with the many privately owned e-scooters and e-bikes that will continue to be used throughout our community. The City of Penticton would like to remind all riders to follow the rules of the road Electric kick scooter rules and safety - Province of British Columbia and be safe. Please visit our website for more biking routes and information: penticton.ca/active.
We look forward to sharing more information on our active transport service, specific to e-scooters and e-bikes, program for 2027 in the spring.
Quick facts about the 2026 season (April to October):
• 14,321 rides completed
• An estimated 9,586 kg of CO₂ emissions avoided
More information on e-scooters:
The City of Penticton is participating in the provincial Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project to play an active role in shaping future e scooter regulations. This initiative supports Council’s strategic priorities by expanding active transportation options and advancing mobility and climate action goals. The City of Penticton is one of 40 participating communities in the Province.