Parking Guide
Toronto Area
The parking permits assigned to us, and the privileges or restrictions that come with them, vary based on the type of service (e.g., FLEX, Round-trip vehicles) and the location, including on-street or off-street parking and the city where the permit was issued.
Use the links below to learn about the rules applicable in Toronto to each type of service.
Rules for Station-based Vehicles Available by Reservation
Rules for Station-based Vehicles Available by Reservation All our round-trip station-based vehicles have reserved parking spaces, which will be waiting for you at the end of each trip.
Our vehicle stations are located, for the most part, in private or public lots. At most stations, there is a specific parking spot reserved for us, while in some, it is possible to park anywhere on-site.
In the Communauto app, click the station name to access detailed information for that specific station.
Rules for Station Zone Vehicles Available by Reservation
Rules for Station Zone Vehicles Available by Reservation Unlike regular stations (see above), where vehicles are found at fixed locations, station zones correspond to a specific area on the map. These vehicles are parked on the street, and their exact location will be shown to you shortly before your reservation (up to 10 minutes in advance if the vehicle is already free).
Station zone vehicles carry the same parking permits as FLEX vehicles. So, when you use them, you benefit from the same parking privileges as with a FLEX vehicle.
Rules for FLEX Vehicles (One-Way Trips)
Rules for FLEX Vehicles (One-Way Trips) Toronto’s free-floating carsharing permit program allows FLEX cars to be released on-street within the service area where “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” signs are displayed provided there are no restrictions there (check all signs).
Keep in mind that you are not allowed to release a vehicle in a zone with temporary parking restrictions even if parking is permitted at the time of your return.
As well, please respect the City of Toronto’s “clustering” rule, which means that no more than two Communauto cars should be parked on the same block at one time. Look for parking on a nearby block if you already see two FLEX vehicles parked close together.
If you are stopping over within the City of Toronto, but outside the FLEX Zone, please note that on unsigned streets you are allowed to park for a maximum of three hours.
Understanding Signage When Driving a FLEX Vehicle in Toronto
Locations where ending a FLEX trip is allowed, under certain conditions
No Parking Except by Permit Sign
Where the permit parking sign “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” is displayed WITHOUT any other signs of restriction.
No Parking Except by Permit with Pay & Display Sign
Where the permit parking sign “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” and Pay & Display signs co-exist (in this case you don’t have to pay).
No Parking Except by Permit with temporal restrictions Sign
Where the permit parking sign “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” coexists with posted temporal restrictions (e.g. 30 min., 1 or 2 hours)
Alternate Side Parking Signs
Where the permit parking sign “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” coexists where alternate side parking is in effect from Mar. 31 to Nov. 30. In most areas you can park on one side of the street from the 1st day to the 15th day of each month and on the other/opposite side of the street from the 16th day to the last day of the month.
Specific signage in South-West Scarborough
In the area east of Victoria Park Ave, a 12h sign will appear alone, without an Except by Permit sign. You are allowed to park and end a FLEX trip here.
You can also release a FLEX vehicle on residential streets that are unsigned or where no parking restrictions exist.
Examples of signs indicating where FLEX trips cannot be ended at any time in Toronto (this list is not exhaustive).
Tow Alert
Cars parked in an area with any No Stopping/Standing signs will be towed at the last driver’s expense (generally about $600). Even outside the No Stopping/Standing hours, cars parked without paying the parking meter will be ticketed. NEVER end your trip in an area with a No Stopping/Standing sign!
No Stopping Sign
Read all parking signs: FLEX cars cannot be released where any other restrictions are displayed even if an “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” sign is displayed AND even if parking is permitted at the time that you release the car
Pay attention to arrows on the signs, too. Verify that they cover the zone where you intend to park. The arrows can indicate the beginning or the end of the residential parking zone
No Standing
Accessible Parking Spot
Pay & Display Sign
Cars cannot be released where Pay & Display signs do not co-exist with an “EXCEPT BY PERMIT” sign.