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Ten children die on e-scooters or e-bikes in Canada in 2025
The number of fatal accidents involving children using these devices has raised concerns after 57 severe injuries last year.
Ten children died in Canada in 2025 while using e-scooters or e-bikes, according to reports from Radio-Canada and Le Devoir. This increase in accidents has also been accompanied by a significant rise in severe injuries related to these devices, reaching 57 cases last year.
An emergency responder expressed concerns about the marketing of these devices, emphasizing that they are often perceived as toys, which could lead to their use by children without adequate supervision. This issue raises questions about the safety and regulation surrounding the use of these vehicles.