REGULATIONS-In Canada, where they are referred to as power-assisted bicycles, electric bicycles are regulated by Transport Canada under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.  In the United States electric bicycles are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.    Veloteq electric bicycles  are compliant with both US and Canadian federal regulations. 

The state and provincial electric bicycle laws of both countries are in the process of being harmonized with their respective federal regulations.  They must have regulated markings indicating compliance with those laws or vendors and users may be charged with violations.  It is best to check with your local authorities before purchasing your electric bicycle.  There is additional information via the links below for Canadian residents.
 

Regulations Amending the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations (Power-assisted Bicycles).  Compliance with the federal regulations is at the option of each province. Efforts are being made at this time to harmonize the regulation of electric (power assisted) bicycles among the Canadian provinces in order to provide uniform standards in accordance with the Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

 
Power Assisted (Electric) Bicycles Regulations
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes.

Motor Assisted (Electric) Bicycles Regulations in British Columbia (click here)
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes.

Definitions of Motor Assisted Cycles (electric bicycles) in British Columbia

Power Assisted Bicycles in Manitoba
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes.


Power Assisted (Electric) Bicycles in Ontario (click here)
Electric bicycles are now legal for on road use in Ontario.  Ontario has instituted a three year pilot program permitting the operation of ebikes in accordance with CMVSA regulations.  Operators must be 16 years of age or older and wear an approved helmet.


Power Assisted (Electric) Bicycles in Prince Edward Island (click here)
In the absence of further reference to the CMVSA it appears that electric bicycles are defined as "Motor Assisted Pedal Bicycles" and as such come under the same regulations as mopeds.  Nominal registration fees are required.  Click the PEI logo for details.


Power Assisted (Electric) Bicycles Regulations in Quebec (FR/EN)
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes.

Under US PL107-319 passed on December 4, 2002 jurisdiction over the requirements for electric bicycles was moved from the US Department of Transportation to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.  A copy of that law and the US CPSC requirements for them can be read using the links below.
US CPSC Requirements for Bicycle (click here) (requires Acrobat Reader)
Public Law 107-319 Requirements for Low Speed Electric Bicycles (click here) (requires Acrobat Reader)
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes in those states which have harmonized their laws with the federal law. Some have failed to do so.

Washington State Patrol
The State of Washington regulations for electric bicycles are harmonized with those of Federal Law 107-319.  The Washington State Patrol Compliance Unit is charged with responsibility to insure that electric bicycles used or offered for sale in the state are compliant with CPSC regulations and those of the State of Washington.
License, registration and insurance are not required for qualified e-bikes.

SITES OF INTEREST

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