Other Micromobility Devices

Micromobility devices, such as non-electric skateboards, roller skates, in-line skates, electric skateboards, electric unicycles, one-wheel devices and hoverboards, are subject to different rules depending on where they are used and the type of device. Learn where these devices can be used on City streets, sidewalks and in parks, and the rules that apply.

 

The Ontario's Highway Traffic Act and Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950 set the rules for where skateboards may be used.

City Streets

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  • Skateboards are not allowed on City streets where a sidewalk is provided.
  • Skateboard may only be used to cross the street.
  • When crossing the street, people using skateboards have the same rights and responsibilities as pedestrians.

Bike Lanes

  • Skateboards are not allowed in bike lanes, including painted and protected (physically separated) bike lanes.

Sidewalks

  • Skateboards are allowed on sidewalks unless posted signs prohibit their use.

    City Parks

    Skateboards are allowed in City parks.

    When using a skateboard in a park:

    • Do not use them where signs prohibit their use.
    • Do not obstruct, inconvenience or endanger other park users.

    The Ontario's Highway Traffic Act and Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950 set the rules for where for where roller skates and in-line skates may be used.

    City Streets

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    • Roller skates and in-line skates are not allowed on City streets where a sidewalk is provided.
    • If there is no sidewalk, people using roller skates or in-line skates must travel on the left side of the roadway, facing oncoming traffic and as close to the edge of the street as possible.
    • Roller skates and in-line skates may only be used to cross the street.
    • When crossing the street, people using roller skates or in-line skates have the same rights and responsibilities as pedestrians.

    Bike Lanes

    • Roller skates and in-line skates are not allowed in bike lanes, including painted and protected (physically separated) bike lanes.

    Sidewalks

    • Roller skates and in-line skates are allowed on sidewalks unless posted signs prohibit their use.

    City Parks

    Roller skates and in-line skates are allowed in City parks.

    When using roller skates or in-line skates in a park:

    • Do not use them where signs prohibit their use.
    • Do not obstruct, inconvenience or endanger other park users.

    Visit the the electric scooters and electric bicycles pages to learn more.

    Visit the the cargo bikes pages to learn more.

    The Ontario's Highway Traffic Act sets the rules for where these devices may be used.

    City Streets

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    Electric Unicycle
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    Electric Skateboard
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    One-wheel Device
    • Electric unicycles, electric skateboards, electric one-wheel devices or hoverboards are not allowed on City streets.
    • These devices cannot be legally operated on City streets because they are not regulated for use on public roads in Ontario.

    Bike Lanes

    • Electric unicycles, electric skateboards, electric one-wheel devices or hoverboards are not allowed in bike lanes, including painted and protected (physically separated) bike lanes.

    Sidewalks

    • Electric unicycles, electric skateboards, electric one-wheel devices or hoverboards are not allowed on sidewalks.

      City Parks

      • Electric unicycles, electric skateboards, electric one-wheel devices or hoverboards are not allowed in City parks and may only be used on private property.

        Toronto Police Service is responsible for enforcing the rules governing the use of micromobility devices on City streets.

        Always be aware of your surroundings and operate safely to help protect yourself and others.
        Date modified: August 6, 2026