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Electric golf carts given the green light to hit Victoria’s streets

HeyYa Golf Carts launched a fleet of 15 fully electric, street-legal golf carts downtown Victoria on Monday, offering locals and tourists a new way to explore the city.
After operating in Vancouver for 10 months with positive feedback, HeyYa expanded to Victoria following insights like tourists struggling with hills and strong public support.
The carts, made in B.C., can reach speeds up to 40 km/h and operate only on roads with speed limits of 50 km/h or less, requiring drivers to be at least 21 with a valid license.
The carts are authorized to operate on streets located south of Fort Street, covering areas westward to Beacon Hill Park and eastward reaching into Oak Bay. Bookings have already started, with co-founder Tasha Maynard noting that people are really enthusiastic about them.
This initiative supports sustainable travel as Victoria’s population grows and road capacity limits rise, with potential expansions to Nanaimo, Tofino, and Gibsons anticipated around 2026.

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