E-scooters rolling into Blackfalds

Roll Technologies will be bringing e-scooters into Blackfalds for a two-year pilot program.

Town council approved the rollout during its Aug. 23 meeting.

“I am excited that Blackfalds is welcoming another business partner into our community,” said Mayor Jamie Hoover.

“One that provides a new service which directly and indirectly contributes to the economy, and enhances enjoyment for residents and visitors alike.”

This will be Canada’s first connected e-scooter system, as both Lacombe and Red Deer have implemented Roll in their communities, according to Roll and Hoover.

“With the addition of the Roll E-Scooter service, we are enabling, for the very first time, three interconnected communities through a safe trail system by connecting Lacombe and Red Deer with Blackfalds being the central hub, offering an alternate mode of environmentally friendly transportation that is already enjoyed by so many,” said Hoover.

The trial program will be at no cost to the Town of Blackfalds.