RCMP and Municipal Enforcement Continue Electric Bike Education and Enforcement

For the past two months, the St. Albert RCMP, in partnership with St. Albert Municipal Enforcement, have been working to educate the public about the laws and municipal bylaws surrounding e-mobility devices and electric bicycles through news releases, social media messaging, school visits, and proactive policing throughout the community. Officers have also engaged with members of the public through educational conversations regarding the operation of these devices that are not permitted on St. Albert roadways, pathways, or sidewalks.

Despite the ongoing efforts, the St. Albert RCMP continue to receive multiple complaints regarding individuals operating electric dirt bikes and other non-compliant e-motorcycles on public roadways and pathways. On Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, officers observed individuals operating electric dirt bikes on St. Albert roadways at speeds in excess of the posted speed limit on multiple occasions. The individuals were also observed travelling between roadways and pathways. When police attempted to stop them, they fled from officers at high rates of speed.

“Over the past week, St. Albert RCMP have attempted multiple traffic stops involving e-dirt bikes, and in each instance, the driver fled from police,” said Sgt. Terrence Willard. “During our evening patrols, many of these e-dirt bikes were being operated on our roadways in the dark without headlights or rear lights. It is only a matter of time before a serious collision occurs.” Driver’s can be charged under Section 166(2)(a) of the Traffic Safety Act (Flight from Police Officer) which carries a $405 fine or potentially Criminal Code charges for Flight from Police.

The St. Albert RCMP recognize that some of the individuals operating these devices may be youths. Parents and guardians are encouraged to know what type of electric bike or motorized device their children are operating, where they are riding it, and whether the device and its use comply with Alberta legislation and City of St. Albert bylaws; as well as having a conversation concerning risks associated with these vehicles.

These devices can be capable of significant speeds and when operated on public roadways and pathways in an unsafe or illegal manner, can pose a serious risk to the operator, pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.

The St. Albert RCMP are asking anyone who observes the dangerous or illegal operation of these vehicles to report it to police. Anyone witnessing an incident in progress that presents an immediate risk to public safety should call 911. Non-emergency incidents can be reported to the St. Albert RCMP at 780-458-7700.

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