Hot Tips for Parking on Campus
- There is no free parking available on campus
- Valid, paid parking is required at all times
- All parking lots, parking areas, and roadways are strictly enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- All Annual Parking Permits expire August 31st
- The purchase of a parking permit indicates your acceptance and agreement to obey all UTM Parking Regulations, and failure to do so will result in fines and possibly the loss of parking privileges
- There are a range of Student and Staff & Faculty parking permit options to suit everyone's needs
- If you are experiencing elevator difficulties in the CCT Garage please contact Facilities at (905) 828-5301
FUN FACT: if you park on campus more than once a week, you will save money if you purchase a parking permit! Find more information on parking permits here.
We thank you for observing good parking etiquette in our community! Please consider others when parking.
Parking Map
- Find Pay & Display locations
- Accessible Parking
- Motorcycle Parking
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Public Transit Bus Stop
Please visit UTM Visitors for additional information that may help you navigate parking on campus.
Maximum Height Restrictions
| Lot | Level | Height Restriction |
|---|---|---|
| P4 | Lower Deck entry | 8'6" |
| Rear Upper Deck entry | 8'6" | |
| P8 | Upper Deck entry | 7ft |
| Lower Deck entry | 7ft | |
| CCT | Garage Entry | 6'4" |
Parking Enforcement
The City of Mississauga issues penalty notices (parking tickets) under the Administrative Penalty System (APS) for most parking violations on the UTM campus. Accessible parking tickets will continue to be managed through the Provincial Offenses Court. For more information about APS, please contact the City here.
The tagging and towing of vehicles parked in violation of the current UTM Parking Regulations, will be performed by officers empowered to issue municipal parking tickets.
Did you get a parking ticket?
UTM has no authority to revoke a City of Mississauga parking infraction ticket. Ticketing issues must proceed through the normal court system.
Municipal parking tickets are payable to the City of Mississauga and fines are set by the City of Mississauga.
Vehicles towed by the City of Mississauga will be released upon payment of towing and storage charges. These rates are set by the City and are liable to change without notice.
For more information regarding parking enforcement on campus, visit: UTM Parking Regulations or City of Mississauga Parking Ticket Administration
For inquiries about the release of towed vehicles, visit Campus Safety
Safety Tips for Parking on Campus
If you're ever in a situation where you feel unsafe, call the University of Toronto Mississauga Campus Safety emergency line (905) 569-4333
When in doubt, contact:
police.utm@utoronto.ca
Emergency (905) 569-4333/911
General (905) 828-5200
- If on the way to your car, you see that another vehicle has been broken into, call the police right away - do not go to your own car
- Tell the police where you are and remain in that location until they arrive
- Report intruders to the Parking Office or to Campus Safety
- You can report the following to the Parking Office or Campus Safety: abandoned vehicles or excess trash; broken or burned out lights; broken doors or broken locks; and, missing or damaged signs
Tips to Stay Safe
Keep your property safe
- Always remove the car keys and lock your car
- Never leave items visible in the car, put them where they cannot be seen - and make sure they do not have your name or address on them
- Never leave credit cards in the car
- Examples of items: electronic devices such as GPS units, lap-top computers, personal listening devices, personal bags such as purses & gym bags, or any money including change
Stay aware of your surroundings
- Choose your parking spot carefully
- Always park in well lit areas, as close as possible to your destination, the stairs or elevator.
- Avoid parking on garage levels that are empty or rarely used
- If you do not know the parking lot well and are worried about its safety, drive right through to see if everything appears normal before you park
- If it does not feel right, trust your instincts - either leave and find somewhere else to park, or drive around until someone you know drives in; then park near them, and leave the lot or garage with them
Getting to and from your car
- Before you leave the car, look around carefully
- When you do leave the car, walk briskly and confidently to the exit or elevator, do not be distracted
- If you are nervous when returning to your parked car, ask someone you know and trust to accompany you.
- When you are returning to your car, have your keys in your hand – avoid fumbling through your pockets, purse or briefcase in the middle of a deserted lot
- Before getting into your car, check inside carefully – especially the back seat
- Once inside, lock the doors immediately, and make sure that your purse, briefcase or other valuables are out of sight
- Know your nearest safe exit route
Tips for choosing a good spot
- When parking, back your vehicle into the parking stall, so that you are facing “out” whenever you enter or exit your vehicle
- This tactic both increases your visibility of the surrounding area and also allows you to drive away more quickly if you are being approached by a stranger
- If you are driving and parking alone, join a car pool, rideshare or have someone meet you
Change it up
- If you are worried about becoming a target, vary your routine
- Park in different spots
- Park at different times
- Avoid a predictable schedule