Portage school division highlights upcoming e-scooter regulations

Manitoba’s new rules for electric scooters and other personal electric vehicles will take effect in 2027, requiring riders to be at least 16 and wear helmets. The regulations also restrict where e-scooters, electric skateboards, hoverboards, self-balancing scooters and electric unicycles can operate. Portage la Prairie School Division officials highlighted the changes at an Oct. 27 board meeting and encouraged students and families to learn the requirements before they begin.