In all emergencies, call extension 2020 from any College phone or 416-439-4357 (HELP)
The role of Centennial College Life Safety and Security Services is to ensure that your time on campus is as safe and trouble-free as possible. We strive to be a leader in security services and emergency preparedness through community-oriented crime prevention and strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. To keep our College community safe, we provide:
- Security Services
- Parking Services
- Campus Safety Watch
- Sexual Violence and Sexual Misconduct Information and Support
- Emergency Management
- Safety App
All employees, students, and users of services at Centennial College have a right to a safe working and learning environment – a right that is legislated in federal and provincial laws and Centennial College policies and procedures. For copies of these policies, please visit our College Policies page.
Along with these rights, come responsibilities. These responsibilities include but are not limited to obeying the general laws of the land, and treating Centennial and all members of the college community with respect and honesty. This also includes cooperating with college officials such as security, lab monitors and professors, and when requested, providing proper identification.
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Micromobility, also known as rideable, describes small, compact, low-speed vehicles. They can include bicycles, folding bikes, e-mopeds, electric kick-scooters (e-scooters), and more.
It is important to know what electric mobility devices are permitted and where you are permitted to ride and park them.
- E-bikes are permitted in Toronto for those 16 years and older.
- E-scooters (electric kick scooters) are not permitted to be ridden in the City of Toronto. The City of Toronto does not have the authority to regulate what is sold on the market, only what is operated in public spaces. It is for this reason you will see e-scooters available for purchase or rent in Toronto stores. Although permitted in some municipalities in Ontario, riding them is not permitted in Toronto.
What does this mean for the Centennial College community while on campus?
- E-scooters are not permitted anywhere on Centennial College properties, either outside or inside the building, as we are located within the City of Toronto and are beholden to applicable bylaws.
- E-bikes are permitted on Centennial College properties but are not permitted to be brought inside buildings. They must be parked in designated exterior bicycle parking locations present at each campus. In addition, E-bike batteries are not permitted inside buildings and cannot be plugged in and charged in any college electric outlet.
- The City does not have the authority to regulate the sale of e-bikes, only what is operated in public spaces. When buying an e-bike, it is important for consumers to make sure it meets the Provincial Government standards.
- Lithium-ion batteries are found in many common vehicles, including e-bikes. Certified lithium-ion batteries that are properly charged, used, and disposed of are generally safe. Overcharged, modified, or damaged batteries are not safe and can cause a fire or even explode.
**Note: Include Statement to make clear this does not apply to electric mobility devices used for accessibility
For important facts on electric scooters, bicycles and other micromobility devices within the City of Toronto, please click here.
Prioritization of Action Items to Support E-Scooter and E-Bike Safety Program
- Short Term Action Items (May June)
- Info letter to Executive Team
- Website Update with above content
- FAQs
- CCThis Week, Social Media, CCSAI, Residence, etc.
- Medium Term Action Items (June July)
- Campus Entry Signage (what is permitted on campus and what is not)
- Signage location around bike parking areas
- Create Tags Security can use if they see e-scooters parked on campus (tags would inform owner they are not permitted and a QR code to the webpage).
- Stickers Security could use when they see a bike battery inside the campus (would inform owner they are not permitted and a QR code to the website).
- Bike Month is June- we can integrate this info into communication throughout the month.
- July- road safety campaign; potential to have rep from City of Toronto to speak by bylaw and e-scooter ban
- Orientation info on travel to and from campus
Long Term Action Items
- Look into updates to Parking Policy to integrate verbiage around e-bikes, e-scooters etc.