Motorized mobility aids authorized to use public roads
Only devices corresponding to the description of a motorized mobility aid (MMA) below may travel on public roads. Attention: Not all models of three-wheel mobility scooters and four-wheel mobility scooters sold on the market comply with this definition.
An MMA is defined as an electric wheelchair or other vehicle designed to make up for an inability to walk that has the following features:
is designed for only 1 person
is equipped with a seat, which cannot be straddled, and a backrest, a footrest and armrests
is not equipped with pedals
is propelled by an electric motor
moves on 3 or 4 wheels
has a maximum width of 75 cm, including equipment, except if its use is prescribed to the user by a health professional
Electric wheelchair
Three-wheel mobility scooter
Four-wheel mobility scooter
A vehicle is not considered an MMA if:
- it is equipped with a closed cabin or sides closed using a rigid or soft, transparent or opaque, material
- it has been altered to comply with the description of an MMA (e.g., golf cart)
- it was made by hand
Compliant equipment
For your own safety and that of other road users, you must make sure that the equipment on your electric wheelchair, three-wheel mobility scooter or four-wheel mobility scooter is compliant and functional.
See also
Last update: October 15, 2024