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Overnight Parking & Winter Bans in Mississauga

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

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Mississauga overnight parking is not permitted from 02:00-06:00 on any street unless you have a valid temporary permit. Apply online for a five-day permit via the City's temporary parking permit portal. In winter, the City can suspend permits during snow events to keep roads clear; see seasonal parking rules. Enforcement includes tickets and towing. Typical penalties include $65 for the 2-6 a.m. prohibition and up to $150 during a citywide winter parking restriction. Tip: check your permit status and signage before 2 a.m.; move to a driveway or lot during snow operations to avoid fines or towing.

Overnight parking

Prohibited on public streets

Typical overnight window: 02:00-06:00 (permit exemption required)

Permit requirement

Permit required

Apply for a residential permit

Winter parking ban

Active

Ban months: Event-based (temporary permit suspensions during storms). Hours: Permits may be suspended during declared snow events.

Towing enforced

Yes, towing enforced

Typical fines and enforcement

$55-$150

$65 for parking on a highway 02:00-06:00 during the prohibited period; $60 for exceeding posted time limit; $145 in school zones; $150 during a citywide winter parking restriction.

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

During snow emergencies the municipality advises: During winter weather events, the City may suspend temporary permits and enforce no-parking areas to allow salting and plowing..

Parking details

Overnight window: 02:00-06:00 (permit exemption required)

Winter ban months: Event-based (temporary permit suspensions during storms)

Snow emergency: During winter weather events, the City may suspend temporary permits and enforce no-parking areas to allow salting and plowing.

Typical ticket amounts: $65 for parking on a highway 02:00-06:00 during the prohibited period; $60 for exceeding posted time limit; $145 in school zones; $150 during a citywide winter parking restriction.

Official resources

Source: Temporary parking permit - City of Mississauga

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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 (temporary permit suspensions during storms) and restricts overnight parking Permits may be suspended during declared snow events. During snow emergencies, the city instructs drivers: During winter weather events, the City may suspend temporary permits and enforce no-parking areas to allow salting and plowing.. Could you share a reminder with residents so we can avoid towing or tickets? Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/parking-rules/canada/ontario/mississauga

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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