Permit Holders
Parking rates have remained unchanged since 2016, despite significant increases in operational costs. Over the past several years, expenses related to maintenance, safety upgrades and staffing have risen considerably. At the same time, Parking Services has seen reduced revenues due to a number of reasons including the pandemic, which led to an 18-month suspension of parking fees.
To maintain high-quality parking facilities and services, Parking Services needs to address several financial pressures, including:
- Rising operational costs due to inflation
- Essential maintenance and safety upgrades for garage repairs and CCTV improvements
- A deficit resulting from the pandemic
- Alignment with York University's sustainability goals by ensuring parking rates are comparable with public transit options
Garages require specialized maintenance that differs from outdoor surface lots. The price adjustment reflects the higher costs associated with maintaining covered parking structures to ensure they remain safe and functional for all users.
The new rates will take effect May 1, 2025.
The new rate will be reflected automatically on your May 2025 paycheque. No action is required on your part.
Please contact Parking Services to discuss available options. All parking lots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and any requests are subject to availability. Parking Services can be reached 7 (416-736-2100 x7).
Multipacks
Parking rates have remained unchanged since 2016, despite significant increases in operational costs. Over the past several years, expenses related to maintenance, safety upgrades and staffing have risen considerably. At the same time, Parking Services has seen reduced revenues due to a number of reasons including the pandemic, which led to an 18-month suspension of parking fees.
Multipacks will continue to offer flexibility within your schedule while providing a significant discount compared to daily rates.
All multipacks purchased prior to May 1, 2025, will be priced at the current rate and remain valid for 10 uses until the expiration date provided at the time of purchase. Multipacks purchased on or after May 1, 2025, will reflect the new rate.
Monthly subscriptions are based on a calendar month and are specific to off-campus lots such as 4747 Keele Street and the Remington Lot in Markham. Your monthly subscription will align with changes to the Outer Reserved lots. Effective May 1, 2025, the cost for your Monthly Subscription will be $116.48 plus tax.
Weekend Rates
Over the past several years, we've seen a significant rise in weekend parking usage, with an estimated 90,000 weekend transactions in 2023-24. This increased demand has required Parking Services to expand to full seven-day-a-week service, including day and night operations to effectively manage payment monitoring and compliance. Aligning weekend and weekday rates provides consistency in the overall cost of maintaining spaces throughout the week.