E-scooter hospitalizations up by 40%, many with head and brain injuries: data

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Data showed 150 kids in Canada required hospitalization, compared to 54 children and adolescents in the previous year.

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Canada’s most densely populated areas — including Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec — had the most injuries.

CIHI’s data comes just weeks after the Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program said 10 kids died from using e-scooters or e-bikes in 2025.

The pediatric surveillance program’s report noted that the minimum age for riding e-scooters and e-bikes is 16 in most provinces, but that many ignore the rules.

There are also different bylaws about whether and where e-scooters and e-bikes are permitted in various jurisdictions across the country.

The report called for better policy co-ordination and public education to clearly communicate the laws.

—With files from Hannah Alberga

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 25, 2026.

Canadian Press health coverage receives support through a partnership with the Canadian Medical Association. CP is solely responsible for this content.

Nicole Ireland, The Canadian Press