Most mobility scooters are designed for a single rider, so carrying an adult passenger is generally not recommended. To ensure proper fit, balance, and handling, it’s best to check your model’s owner’s manual for the rated weight capacity and whether the seat and foot platform are intended for one rider only.

If you’re considering riding with a passenger, it’s also a good idea to review any local guidelines for mobility devices.

Look for an outdoor mobility scooter that fits your usual terrain, weather, and daily distance.

Key things to compare:
• Range that covers your round trip with a little extra for hills, wind, and colder days
• Wheel size, tire type, and ground clearance for uneven pavement and park paths
• Suspension and seat comfort for longer rides
• Storage and weather protection for errands in different seasons

If you want maximum weather coverage, the ET4 Cruise Connect is a fully enclosed option with available heat and A/C option, which can be a great fit for winter and summer riding: https://emmo.ca/products/et-4-cruise-connect

In most parts of Canada, you don’t need a special license or a prescription to buy a mobility scooter.

Typically, you can simply choose the model that fits your needs and provide standard purchase details like your contact information and payment method. If the buyer is a minor, a parent or guardian usually completes the purchase.

If you’re applying for financing or using a government or insurance funding program, the paperwork can vary by province and by program, and may include ID and, in some cases, a note confirming mobility needs.

Possibly. Mobility scooter funding in Canada is usually set by your province or territory and often depends on medical need and program rules.

Many programs run through provincial health coverage, disability support services, or workplace/auto insurers, and they typically require documentation such as:
• A prescription or letter from a physician or nurse practitioner
• A mobility assessment from an occupational therapist or approved assessor
• Proof of residency/health coverage (and sometimes income or disability documents)

For the fastest answer, check your provincial/territorial assistive devices program and ask your clinician or OT what paperwork and vendors are accepted.