The City of St. Catharines' Parking By-laws govern the rules and regulations around vehicle parking, stopping and standing, accessible parking, permits, fees, ticketing and more. We are committed to providing high-quality and available parking to increase access to locations around the city for the enjoyment of residents and visitors.
View our Guide to Parking Legally in St. Catharines for more information on how to properly park your vehicle in the city. You can also learn more about parking permits, downtown parking maps, winter parking, electric vehicle charging stations, lots and special events parking.
You can report an issue around a Parking By-law infraction online with our Report an Issue Form, which is monitored Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (excluding holidays) or by calling Parking By-law enforcement staff at 905.688.5600 on Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m (excluding holidays).
Enforcement staff do not operate outside of these hours and services are contracted by the City. If you need assistance beyond these hours, please call enforcement staff during the next available times. Staff do not handle moving violations.
View more information on paying a parking ticket with the City.
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Our parking offences include the following penalty fees:
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