Regulations

A16. Regulations – Overview

The regulations in this section support a safe, healthy, and functional campus environment by ensuring the orderly movement of pedestrians and vehicles entering, circulating within, and exiting University property.

Campus Parking Services enforces parking regulations established under University policy. The Campus Safety Office enforces applicable legislation—including the Highway Traffic Act (Ontario)—and all University policies on University property.

Parking violations are issued under University policy, while traffic violations are issued under provincial legislation.

A16.1. Traffic and Parking to Be Regulated

Unless otherwise stated, any rule governing stopping, standing, parking, or vehicle operation under applicable legislation also applies on University private roads and property. The University may add further restrictions where appropriate.

A16.2. Compliance with Authorities and Signs

  • All persons must comply with directions from enforcement authorities.
  • All official signs and traffic control devices must be obeyed.
  • Official roadway signs apply to both sides of the roadway unless otherwise posted.
  • The maximum speed limit on University property is 30 km/h.
  • If posted signage conflicts with written regulations, posted signage prevails.

A16.3. Warnings

The University may, at its discretion, issue warnings without fines.

A16.4. Special Exemption Permits

A special exemption permit may authorize activities otherwise prohibited— including parking or operating a vehicle in restricted locations—within clearly defined limits.

A16.5. Identification

Any person on University property must produce identification upon request. Drivers must present:

  • a valid driver’s licence;
  • vehicle ownership; and
  • proof of insurance.

Failure to do so is a violation of legislation and University policy.

A16.6. Damage or Destruction to University Property

Damaging, vandalizing, or destroying University property is prohibited.

A16.7. Skateboarding / Rollerblading

Skateboarding and rollerblading are not permitted anywhere on University property, including buildings and residences.

A16.8. Vehicle Abandonment

  • left for 14 or more consecutive days;
  • dismantled, wrecked, or inoperable for more than 48 hours; or
  • missing a valid licence plate (immediate towing may occur).

Abandoned vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense without prior notice.

A16.9. Sleeping or Residing in Vehicles Prohibited

Sleeping or maintaining residence in a vehicle, trailer, tent, or similar accommodation on University property is strictly prohibited.

A16.10. Tailgating Prohibited

Tailgate gatherings are not permitted unless approved in advance by Campus Parking Services.

A16.11. Environmental Release of Vehicle Fluids

The release of vehicle fluids onto University property is prohibited. The vehicle owner is responsible for all costs incurred by the University, including cleanup, remediation, and restoration.

A16.12. Vehicle Cleaning or Maintenance

Washing, repairing, or maintaining vehicles is not permitted on University property except in designated areas. Routine snow removal is permitted.

A17. Towing and Impoundment

Any vehicle in violation of legislation or University policy may be towed, impounded, and stored at the discretion of the University.

Towing and storage occur at the vehicle owner’s sole risk, expense, and liability. The University assumes no responsibility for damage, loss, theft, injury, or death.

A17.1. Towing Charges

Towing & Impoundment — Cost Recovery Charges
Cost Recovery Charge Fee Reviewable?
Daily storage of towed vehicle (per day or part day) $20.00 No
Release of towed vehicle (08:00–20:00) $115.00 No
Release of towed vehicle (20:00–08:00) $158.00 No
Drop fee — on‑site release $62.00 No
Multiple release attempt (per trip) $43.00 No

Note: Towing charges are cost‑recovery fees and are not eligible for appeal. These charges apply in addition to any violation fines.

A18. Traffic Regulations

Violations of the Highway Traffic Act (Ontario) or other legislation are enforced by the Campus Safety Office and must be disputed through the provincial process.

A19. Parking Regulations

Once a vehicle is linked to an account and/or permit, the account holder is responsible for all past and present parking violations associated with that vehicle.

A20. Summary of Parking Violations, Fines, Late Surcharges, and Review Status

Parking Violations and Fines

Parking Violation Fine Late Fee Reviewable
Park in accessible space without valid permit $300.00 $10.00 No
Damage or vandalism to University property / parking lot $200.00 $0.00 No
Park EV in EV charger not actively charging $125.00 $10.00 No
Park non‑EV in EV charging space $125.00 $10.00 No
Drive in restricted bus or emergency‑only areas $100.00 $10.00 No
Obstruct building fire exit or emergency egress $100.00 $10.00 No
Park in fire route / emergency route $100.00 $10.00 No
Park in designated departmental space $100.00 $10.00 No
Lost or revoked parking privileges $100.00 $10.00 No
Park in non‑parking space without an active permit $70.00 $10.00 Yes
Park in premium space $70.00 $10.00 Yes
Arboretum Road — exceed 2‑hour limit $70.00 $10.00 Yes
Arboretum Road — improper use $70.00 $10.00 Yes
Parking with no valid permit $70.00 $10.00 Yes
Abandoned vehicle $45.00 $5.00 No
Administrative fee — insufficient funds $45.00 $0.00 No
Double parked $45.00 $5.00 No
Expired HONK / no payment $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Expired PayByPhone / no payment $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Fail to register vehicle / update parking account $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Obstruct accessible access route (bicycle) $20.00 $5.00 Yes
Obstruct loading zone $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Obstruct walkway $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Park at end of aisle $45.00 $5.00 No
Park in incorrect permit zone $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Park on boulevard or sidewalk $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Park over time limit $45.00 $5.00 No
Parking blocking other vehicles $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Parking multiple vehicles using one permit (per vehicle) $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Park — unauthorized / hashed area with valid permit or payment $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Park / stand / stop / operate vehicle in prohibited area — impeding $45.00 $5.00 Yes
Warning — violation identified $0.00 $0.00 No

Important: Non‑reviewable violations are final upon issuance. Reviewable violations may be considered only through the official review process outlined in Section A21.

A21. Violation Notice Review Process

The University provides a review process for certain parking violations issued by Campus Parking Services to determine whether a notice was issued in error or contrary to policy. This review applies only to violations listed as “reviewable.”

A21.1 Eligibility for Review

A violation notice may be reviewed when:
  • it was issued under University policy (not legislation), and
  • it concerns a violation type designated as reviewable.
Violation notices issued under legislation (e.g., Highway Traffic Act) must be disputed through the provincial process.

A21.2 Review Submission Requirements

  • Requests must be submitted online.
  • Requests must be made within 10 business days of the violation issue date.
  • Requests submitted after the 10 business days will not be considered.

​​​​​​​A21.3 Review Decision Process

Normally within five business days, the Manager, Campus Parking Services (or designate):
  • reviews the request and all relevant information, and
  • issues a written decision choosing one of the following outcomes:
    • Deny the request (violation upheld; fine and sanctions remain).
    • Accept the request in part (violation upheld but fine or sanction reduced/modified).
    • Accept the request in full (violation overturned; fine and sanction removed).
  • Decisions are final, conclusive, and binding.
Payment of any amount owing after a review decision is due within 10 business days.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​A21.4 Writing an Effective Request for Review
 

Suggestions for Writing an Effective Request for Review
  • Ensure your request is based on the claim that the violation notice was issued in error or contrary to applicable parking regulations. A lack of awareness or understanding of the regulations is not valid grounds for review.
  • Keep your submission brief and focused, providing only relevant information and addressing the specific reason the violation was issued.
  • Do not include tangential or unrelated matters. Editorial comments—such as complaints about convenience or parking availability—will not be considered.
  • Avoid confusing parking violations with unrelated safety or security concerns.
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Requests for review are generally not considered for reasons such as:
  • “Everyone parks there; I’m the only one who got a ticket.”
  • “I thought it was a parking space,”
  • “I didn’t see the sign,”
  • “I’ve parked there for weeks (months, years) without a ticket.”
  • “I was only there for 5 or 10 minutes.”
  • “A washroom emergency or illness required me or someone with me to stop.”
  • “How was I supposed to know it was going to snow?”
  • “My phone was dead.”
  • “I was in a meeting/class/exam and was not able to add more time.”