New parking ticket rules to come into effect July 28
Posted Jul 18, 2026 12:26:48 PM.
Last Updated Jul 18, 2026 12:26:52 PM.
| Starting Tuesday, July 28, new parking ticket regulations are coming into effect, including changes in how much time is required to pay tickets. Ticket colour will change from white to yellow, making it easier to spot when issued. Additionally, there will be adjusted payment deadlines, including more time allotted to pay the early amount and late fees. When dealing with a parking ticket issued on or after July 28, the early payment period will go up from seven to 15 days, and after these 15 days the fine payment time will increase from 30 to 45 days. After 45 days, a late fee will apply and a second reminder notice will be issued. With these changes, the timeline before a ticket reaches default will increase from 61 days to 76 days after the ticket is issued. At this default stage, the automatic renewal of your licence plate may be denied until all outstanding fees are paid. Last to the changes are the way “undue hardship” is defined in the screening and hearing process, making it easier to understand. To pay a parking ticket, you may do so online, in-person, by mail or in-person at any Client Service Centre or the POA and APS Service Centre. |
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