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Overnight Parking & Winter Bans in Calgary

Know when to move your vehicle, which streets require permits, and how towing is enforced during winter bans.

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Calgary overnight parking is typically allowed and free after 18:00 in most ParkPlus on-street zones (check signs). However, the Calgary winter parking ban on signed snow routes can be declared at any time; when active it runs 24 hours a day for up to 72 hours and vehicles must be moved or face a $120 ticket and towing. See details on the City's Snow route parking bans page and check the live Snow Route Parking Bans Map. Residential Parking Permit zones exist but are not citywide;apply only if you live in a signed RPZ. Tip: during storms, move off snow routes early to avoid enforcement and use off-route parking or lots.

Overnight parking

Allowed when no bans active

Typical overnight window: Allowed except on signed snow routes during declared bans.

Permit requirement

No permit required

Winter parking ban

Active

Ban months: Event-based (no fixed months). Hours: 24/7 during declared ban (up to 72 hours).

Towing enforced

Yes, towing enforced

View tow zone map

Typical fines and enforcement

$120 ticket for parking on a snow route during a declared ban; towing and storage fees may apply.

$120 ticket for parking on a snow route during a declared ban; towing and storage fees may apply.

Always confirm the latest posted signage before leaving a vehicle overnight.

During snow emergencies the municipality advises: When a Snow Route Parking Ban is declared, parking is restricted 24/7 on signed snow routes for up to 72 hours; vehicles must be moved or face a $120 ticket and tow..

Parking details

Overnight window: Allowed except on signed snow routes during declared bans.

Winter ban months: Event-based (no fixed months)

Snow emergency: When a Snow Route Parking Ban is declared, parking is restricted 24/7 on signed snow routes for up to 72 hours; vehicles must be moved or face a $120 ticket and tow.

Typical ticket amounts: $120 ticket for parking on a snow route during a declared ban; towing and storage fees may apply.

Official resources

Source: Snow route parking bans

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Snow emergency template

Message to landlord or HOA

Hello property manager, The city has a winter parking ban from Event-based (no fixed months) and restricts overnight parking 24/7 during declared ban (up to 72 hours). During snow emergencies, the city instructs drivers: When a Snow Route Parking Ban is declared, parking is restricted 24/7 on signed snow routes for up to 72 hours; vehicles must be moved or face a $120 ticket and tow.. Could you share a reminder with residents so we can avoid towing or tickets? Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/parking-rules/canada/alberta/calgary

Frequently asked questions

Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.

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