Parking

To apply, Orillia taxpayers need to upload their Trailer Licence Permit (ownership), showing both the trailer licence number and their City of Orillia address. If the permit does not show an Orillia address, you must also upload a second piece of identification such as your driver’s licence, tax bill or another utility bill to show proof of address.

Resident Boat Trailer Parking Permit Application

Residents/taxpayers can request Resident Boat Trailer Parking Permits for multiple trailers associated with their Orillia address but must fill in a separate request form and provide documentation for each trailer.

Permits will be issued by email within five business days from the request date. There is no opportunity for residents/taxpayers to get a Resident Boat Trailer Parking Permit in person. The Orillia Public Library is able to assist residents with the printing of their permits during regular business hours for a cost of $0.25. Residents who do not have access to the internet can have another person fill out the Resident Boat Trailer Parking Permit request form on their behalf.

The locations included in the Boat Trailer Parking Program are select areas in the Centennial Park Boat Launch parking lot (currently closed) located at 50 Centennial Dr. and the Collins Drive Boat Launch parking lot (425 Collins Dr.) and the surrounding streets of Collins Drive. There is no fee or permit required to park without a boat trailer in those locations.

Please note that as a result of Phase 2 of the Centennial Drive Reconstruction Project currently underway, the Centennial Park Boat Launch and parking lot will not be available for public use due to construction at this time.

If you are not an Orillia resident, the rate to park your trailer is $10 per hour, maximum $50 per day.

Just in time for the busy Victoria Day long weekend, the City of Orillia is launching a shuttle pilot program to provide convenient transportation to Couchiching Beach Park starting on May 20.

The City will start with a 10-passenger shuttle, with the ability to increase the size of shuttle if the demand for usage increases.

Pick up will be from Municipal Parking Lot 6, located at 107 West St. S., which is accessible from West Street South or Andrew Street South. Drop off will be at the Jarvis Street entrance of Couchiching Beach Park.

The Sunshine Shuttle to and from Couchiching Beach Park will be free with a flat parking fee of $30 per day for vehicles to park in Lot 6. Parking can be paid using the Passport Parking mobile application only for the Victoria Day long weekend. The Passport Parking app is user friendly and available to download from all major app stores.

During the pilot program, Lot 6 will not accept per-hour pay-and-display parking requests and will only be used for monthly permits and all-day parking for people wishing to utilize the shuttle service.

Parking of vehicles with attached trailers will be prohibited in Lot 6. For people wishing to use off-street parking in the area, Lot 9, along with eight other municipal parking lots, are available.

The Sunshine Shuttle will operate with a 20-minute cycle during peak waterfront usage times on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday Mondays from May 20 to Sept. 4, 2023.

Operating Hours:
Fridays: 3 to 8 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sundays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Holiday Mondays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

How much is the shuttle?

The shuttle is free to ride from Lot 6 to Couchiching Beach Park, however there is a $30/day parking fee in Lot 6.

What if I only stay two hours?

The Lot 6 parking rate is a flat fee of $30/day no matter how long you parked for. 

How often will the shuttle come and pick up at both locations?

The shuttle will run on a 20-minute service loop during operating hours.

What happens if I am at the beach and it begins raining, will the shuttle still come get me?

Yes, the shuttle will run rain or shine during operating hours.

It says it’s free, but there is a $30 parking fee?

The shuttle service is free; however, there is a flat rate parking fee of $30/day in Lot 6 where the shuttle will pick up and drop off.

If people live close by, can they walk over to Lot 6 and get on the shuttle for free and go to the park?

No. The shuttle driver may request to see proof of parking to avoid people parking in other private lots.

Is there just the one stop?

Yes - currently to maintain pick-up and drop-off service every 20 minutes, there is one stop at this time. As the Centennial Drive Reconstruction  projects moves further north, there may be changes to the route to incorporate stops on Mississaga Street and potentially a more central drop-off location closer to the Port.

Is parking free on Sunday like other municipal lots?

No. Paid parking is enforced in Lot 6, seven days a week.

Can I take my animal on the shuttle?

No. There are no animals permitted on the shuttle.

Can I take a cooler with me on the shuttle?

Yes. If available space allows, personal items can be brought to the beach with you.

Can I bring my bike on the shuttle?

No. Unfortunately, the shuttle is not equipped to transport bicycles at this time.

What is the latest the shuttle will depart Couchiching Beach Park at?

The latest possible time the shuttle will depart on Fridays is at 7:40 p.m., Saturdays at 5:40 p.m., Sundays at 2:40 p.m. and Statutory Holiday Monday’s at 2:40 p.m.

Where is Lot 6 located?

Lot 6 is located at 107 West Street South. There are two entrances, one is off West Street South just north of Barrie Road, the second one is off Andrew Street South, just north of Barrie Road.

Where is the pick-up/drop-off at Couchiching Beach Park?

At the corner of Jarvis Street and Bay Street at the existing bus stop.

Is there a resident parking pass for City of Orillia taxpayers to park in Lot 6 for free?

No, there is no specific parking pass for City of Orillia taxpayers.

Can I get on the shuttle to get back to Lot 6 without parking in the lot?

No. The shuttle service is for people using Lot 6 to get back and forth from Couchiching Beach Park.

Rates and Time Limits

As of May 1, 2023:

On-Street

Mississaga Street East and West Street North/South: $3.00 an hour. 

Mississaga Street West and all side streets: $1.75 an hour.

On-street metered parking has a two hour time limit.

As of June 1, 2023:

Off-street/Pay and Display

As of June 1, 2023, rates for off-street parking in Pay and Display Lots 2 and 5 increase to $1.25/hour.  All other pay and display municipal parking lots will remain $1.00 an hour. 

Pay and Display parking lots have a minimum 15-minute purchase time $0.25 and is enforced Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. When parking is needed for longer periods of time, residents and visitors are encouraged to park in the municipal lots which have five-hour or eight-hour time limits.

Please look for posted signage that indicates the time limit in the lots. Unexpired time on a Pay and Display stub can be used at any other municipal Pay and Display parking lot, or metered parking lot in the downtown area.

Map

PassportParking App

Say hello to convenient parking with the PassportParking app!  No more digging for coins. This is how parking should be. 

Pay, extend, and manage your parking session with just a few taps. It’s easy!  Just park where you see PassportParking app signs and decals, pay for your parking session from your phone, and be on your way.

Park. Pay. Be On Your Way.TM with the PassportParking app!

A new temporary municipal parking lot, known as Lot 15, will be coming to the downtown waterfront area later this spring, providing additional parking for visitors and residents.

The City of Orillia has worked with the owner of 20 Front St. S. to finalize an agreement to lease the property to accommodate 105 temporary parking spaces. The temporary lot will be accessible via Colborne Street East with two pedestrian pathways to access Front Street South and Mississaga Street East.

The new temporary municipal parking lot, which will be known as “Lot 15,” will consist of 102 standard parking spaces and three accessible parking spaces in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 

The cost to park in the new temporary Lot 15 will be $3 per hour with an eight-hour time limit, Monday to Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The rate is set to support the demand-based parking rate structure recently implemented on May 1, 2023. Given the temporary nature of the lot, pay-and-display machines will not be installed. Parking can be paid by using the Passport Parking mobile application.

City staff are working quickly to get the temporary parking lot ready for an anticipated opening this June; however, the opening date will be dependent on getting all the necessary infrastructure in place by that timeframe. Updates regarding the opening date will be posted on the City’s website at orillia.ca and social media channels.

Read the news release for more details.

View a key map of the Temporary Lot 15 location:

To report a broken meter at a municipal parking lot, please contact the Development Services and Engineering Department - Legislative Services Division at 705-325-2313. 

Parking is prohibited on all City streets and lots from November 15 to April 15 from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.

This provision is in effect whether it is snowing or not. Your vehicle may be ticketed and towed. The fine for overnight parking during this time is $50.00.

Orillia residents requiring off-street parking overnight are allowed to park within the boulevard (the space on their driveway between the sidewalk and the roadway) year-round, provided the vehicle is parked at least 1.5 meters back from the sidewalk and at least 1.5 meters back from the roadway. 

As a result of the various construction projects taking place throughout the downtown waterfront area, there are various closures currently in  place. See the map below for details. Currently, limited parking is available at the waterfront. Parking is available within walking distance in the downtown. See the Downtown Orillia Parking map for details. 

There are a limited number of monthly permit parking spaces available in the City's downtown area parking lots.

Monthly permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can be purchased by attending the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South (First Floor), Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

24 Hour Permit Parking in Lot 1 

Council adopted a staff recommendation to convert 10 pay and display parking spaces in Municipal Lot 1 to 24-hour permit parking spaces.

• Permits will be available for purchase at City Hall, first floor Treasury.
• $1,250 plus HST per year (will be sold on a yearly basis.
• Permits will be sold on a first come first served basis and will require an application to ensure the need for parking is between the hours of midnight and 7:00 a.m.
• There is a no parking restriction in these spaces between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. from November 15 - April 15. 
• Printable Hardcopy Application
• Electronic Application

Council approved a by-law amendment to allow boulevard parking.  Residents are now able to park their vehicle on their driveway between the sidewalk and the roadway year round.  Set back are in place to ensure that safe sight lines for drivers are maintained and that there is no interference with winter operations. 

Notice regarding Boulevard Parking

Parking is available on many streets throughout the City of Orillia. Please pay attention to posted parking signs for applicable restrictions. 

The Development Services and Engineering Department receives numerous requests from residents requesting a change to the existing on-street parking by-law restriction on their roadway.

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines, procedures and criteria for the initiation, investigation and implementation for the requests of on-street parking by-law regulation changes. If you wish to initiate the process, the steps to do so can be found in the policy document below. You will have to complete an application and provide a petition with supporting residents. Once the City receives an application staff will happily review the request and notify residents of the status of the request.

Guideline and Procedures for On-Street Parking Change Requests

In order to park in a designated accessible person parking space, you must display an approved Ministry of Transportation Accessible Parking Permit.

The fine for parking in an accessible space without a proper permit is $350.00.

Both on-street and off-street accessible spaces are available in the downtown area.

Parking in any accessible space in the downtown is free, however, parking in any metered space in the downtown requires payment, even if an Accessible Parking Permit is displayed.

Map of accessible parking locations

There are a number of convenient methods for paying a parking ticket/fine.

To report a parking violation, please call 705-325-2313.

You cannot stop or park a vehicle in a designated fire route zone.

Please look for and obey signs when parking in public and private parking lots. The fine for parking in a designated fire route is $100.00.

Parking is available on many streets throughout the City of Orillia. Please pay attention to posted parking signs for applicable restrictions. 

The Development Services and Engineering Department receives numerous requests from residents requesting a change to the existing on-street parking by-law restriction on their roadway.

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines, procedures and criteria for the initiation, investigation and implementation for the requests of on-street parking by-law regulation changes. If you wish to initiate the process, the steps to do so can be found in the policy document below. You will have to complete an application and provide a petition with supporting residents. Once the City receives an application staff will happily review the request and notify residents of the status of the request.

Guideline and Procedures for On-Street Parking Change Requests

Only electric vehicles that are plugged in and charging may park in the designated spots. All other vehicles may be subject to a fine of $125.00 under section 30.2 of the Highway Traffic Act.

To learn more about EVs, check out the Electric Vehicle webpage

The City of Orillia has installed two Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Orillia Recreation Centre. These charging stations are open to the public and can be accessed 24/7 to charge electric vehicles. The rate for charging is $2.00 per hour. Payment can be made via credit card or through the charging station app. 

To learn more about EVs, check out the Electric Vehicle webpage

In 2008, Council approved a by-law to prohibit vehicles idling for more than three minutes on public or private property within the City. Exemptions exist such as for emergency vehicles, vehicles participating in emergency activities, and a vehicle transporting a person who has in his or her possession a doctor’s certificate requiring that the environment surrounding him or her is to be maintained at a certain temperature or humidity. This by-law encourages residents to be environmentally responsible and to protect the air for everyone. It also supports the City’s commitment to a healthy environment, as stated in the Municipal Strategic Plan.  

Anti-Idling By-law

About the Study

The City has engaged Trans-Plan Transportation Engineering to complete a comprehensive traffic and parking study of the waterfront and downtown area. 

The study will evaluate the parking needs in the downtown and waterfront areas based on amenities, attractions and growth and analyze parking issues such as the number of parking lots, spaces and their locations, along with parking programming such as pricing, timing and availability. An analysis of traffic activities in the study area will help staff understand the total parking requirement throughout the downtown and waterfront area.

This study is anticipated to be presented to Council Committee within the next few months but is not expected to impact our waterfront parking this summer. More information about the study is below.

Study Area

Public Information Centre

The virtual Public Information Centre took place Tuesday, November 30, 2021.  Thank you to all those who attended.  If you missed it, please check out the recorded Public Information Centre below.  Recorded Public Information Centre

What is the timeline of the Study?

The survey was available during the fall of 2021, followed by a Public Information Centre held November 30, 2021 between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The final report is anticipated to be presented to Council in the coming months.

What is the budget?

The approved budget for this study was $70,000.

Other Resources

Downtown Parking Study (2011)

Contact

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