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Micromobility Survey

Take this short survey (5 - 10 minutes) to share your thoughts on micromobility (E-bikes and E-Scooter) use in Markham. Enter the draw at the end of the survey (page 2) for a chance to win 1 of 3 $25 gift cards.

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Micromobility in Markham

‘Micromobility’ refers to lightweight and low-speed vehicles such as E-Bikes and E-Scooters. These devices can be privately owned and operated or can be part of a shared fleet of vehicles that provide mobility options within a community.

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The City of Markham has an E-Scooter bylaw that aligns with the provincial pilot while also introducing additional regulations to support the City of Markham’s mobility goals. Each of the following are elements of the bylaw. Please select all of the E-Scooter rules that you were familiar with prior to this survey.

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Micromobility Infrastructure

The following questions ask about your infrastructure preferences and where you would be most likely to use micromobility. This chart describes typical types of infrastructure.

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Where do you think it should be allowed to operate an E-Bike in Markham? (Select all that apply)

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Where do you think it should be allowed to operate an E-Scooter in Markham? (Select all that apply)

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On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being least comfortable and 5 being most comfortable, where would you be comfortable with micromobility devices using shared multi-use paths?

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Urban contexts (e.g. Downtown Markham, Main Street Unionville)
On suburban arterials (e.g. along 16th Ave)
On neighbourhood streets
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Thinking about the day-to-day use of micromobility devices, how much do you agree or disagree with the following statements? 

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There is enough infrastructure (e.g., bicycle lanes, pathways, cycle tracks, etc.) to ride safely
I have seen educational information regarding the use of micromobility devices
Compared to previous years, riding behaviour has improved for micromobility devices
In general, micromobility devices are ridden in a safe and considerate way
Shared micromobility devices are a good option for transportation in Markham

Micromobility Usage in Markham

Bikeshare and E-Scooter share systems are currently available in over 40 cities across Canada and are often referred to as “shared micromobility”. These programs allow the public to rent or borrow bikes, E-Bikes, or E-Scooters for short-term use. Markham currently offers a shared E-Scooter and E-Bike program that is available in Downtown Markham.

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To what extent do you agree with each of these statements?

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“I want to see a bike share system in Markham”
“I want to see a shared E-Bike system in Markham”
“I want to see a shared E-Scooter system expanded throughout Markham”
“I want E-Scooter use to be a legally permitted option in Markham”
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What travel purposes do/would you use micromobility for? Select all that apply

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What would encourage you to take more trips using micromobility? (Select all that apply)

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Demographics (Optional)

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The City of Markham uses an Equity & Inclusion Lens to ensure that we are consistent and coherent in our efforts to move equity and inclusion forward in our services and to the benefit of our City. It is critical to democracy and public engagement that voices from all diverse backgrounds are heard. Do you personally identify as someone in the following group(s) (select all that apply)?