Halifax to pause e-scooter, e-bike program until the spring

An e-scooter is pictured in Halifax. (Emma Convey/CTV Atlantic)

The Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) says it will pause its shared micromobility pilot program for the winter.

Bird Canada e-scooters and e-bikes will be removed from service starting Monday.

They could be removed earlier if snow clearing operations are needed.

The municipality says it will provide an update on the program’s return in spring 2026.

“Residents are encouraged to plan alternative transportation options during this seasonal pause,” reads a Friday news release from HRM.

“Pausing shared micromobility programs during the winter months is consistent with best practices across Canadian municipalities, particularly during the pilot phase of shared micromobility programs.”

The municipality says people have taken more than 122,000 rides since the pilot program began in May.

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