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Automated Speed Enforcement Camera program ended November 14
The City of Orillia has wrapped up its speed camera program, following recent provincial legislation (Bill 56 – Building a More Competitive Economy Act, 2025).
Here’s what drivers need to know:
- Speed camera tickets will continue to be issued up to Nov. 13.
- Any tickets already issued remain valid and must be paid or appealed by their due date.
- The City will continue to explore and implement other traffic calming measures to support road safety in our community.
Beware of text scams: We only issues Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) penalties by mail. Do not click any links or share personal information if you receive a text message about payment - it's a scam.
Camera Locations
Three Community Safety Zones have cameras installed:
- Fittons Road West
- Park Street
- Westmount Drive South
If I receive a ticket, what are my options?
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Pay the penalty online or by mail following the instructions on the ticket:
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Online at disputeorpay.ca or
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By mail (ATTN: Automated Speed Enforcement City of Orillia – 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia, ON L3V 7T5) Please ensure you write the Unique File Number on the front of your cheque or money order.
- You cannot pay a ticket in person at the City Centre.
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- Request to dispute the penalty at disputeorpay.ca
What happens if I don’t respond to a ticket within 30 days?
- It’s assumed you are not disputing the ticket, and you must pay the penalty.
What happens if I don’t pay for the ticket after 30 days?
- The ticket goes into default (also known as plate denial)
- The Ministry of Transportation will add an administrative fee
- You will need to pay at an MTO office prior to renewing your plate:
- The ticket
- The administrative fee
- Any other charges
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Why is Orillia implementing Automated Speed Enforcement? |
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Orillia is implementing ASE to address concerns about speeding, particularly in School Zones and Community Safety Zones. The goal is to change driver behavior and increase safety in areas where vulnerable people, such as children, are at higher risk. Speeding poses significant dangers in these zones, and ASE will help slow drivers down and make our roads safer for everyone. |
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How are the Automated Speed Enforcement tickets processed? |
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After the cameras capture an image of a vehicle exceeding the speed limit, the image is sent to a processing centre to be reviewed by a Provincial Offences Officer. The ticket, which contains a digitized copy of the image and an enlargement of the licence plate image, is mailed to the registered plate owner. The penalty is similar to a fine, no demerit points are applied. The images are of the rear of the vehicle only. |
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How accurate is an ASE system when detecting speed? |
| ASE systems are highly accurate and reliable, offering the same level of precision in detecting speed as traditional speed measurement tools used by police. |
| Does the ASE system capture and store video footage as well as images? |
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No. As the ASE system being used in Ontario is not a video-based system, only a still image of the license plate is captured. |
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How effective is ASE in reducing speeding? |
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These programs work. In fact, Ontario municipalities that have implemented automated speed programs have reported improvements in speed compliance of up to 60%. The use of automated speed enforcement in North America has resulted in better speed compliance, fewer collisions, and less severity in the collisions that do occur. |
| Is the ASE just a way to generate revenue? |
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The primary goal of ASE is to enhance road safety rather than to serve as a revenue-generating mechanism. Speeding is a concern the City hears about regularly from residents and the data confirms that more than 50% of drivers are speeding through Community Safety Zone and School Zones in Orillia. We are implementing Automated Speed Enforcement cameras in Community Safety Zones and School Zones to curb speeding, alter driver behaviour, and enhance safety for our community. |
Certificates of Accuracy (COA)
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Sites |
Intersection |
Direction |
COA |
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301 |
Fittons Rd. W. Eastbound - East of Leach St. |
EB |
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302 |
Fittons Rd. W. Westbound - West of Alexander Rd. |
WB |
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303 |
Park St. Northbound - North of York Street |
NB |
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304 |
Park St. Southbound - North of York Street |
SB |
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201 |
Westmount Dr. S. Northbound - North of Linwood Ave. |
NB |
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202 |
Westmount Dr. S. Southbound - South of Grenville Ave. |
SB |
Traffic Calming
Learn more about other initiatives such as the Traffic Circle Pilot Project, the Traffic Calming Policy and more on the Traffic Calming webpage.
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