Parking & Public Transit

On this page:
1. Parking Permits
2. Friends and Family Parking Permits
3. Parking Tickets & Enforcement
4. Municipal Parking Lots
5. Public Transit

Parking Permits

Resident Parking Permits

All residents of the Town of The Blue Mountains are permitted to park for free at all paid parking locations owned by the Town by registering their licence plate online or at Town Hall. Town parking permits do not permit residents to park in privately owned paid parking lots. As of 2025, physical hanging parking passes will no longer be issued or accepted.

New for 2026: When registering a vehicle, residents will be required to set up a household account. This is a new feature that allows residents to register multiple household vehicles under one account and easily manage temporary permits for visiting guests throughout the year. Household accounts require a new, one-time setup, even if you registered a vehicle in previous years.

Non-Resident Parking Permits

Non-Resident Parking Permits are available to residents of the Municipality of Meaford, Grey Highlands, Clearview Township and the Town of Collingwood. The cost is $100 +HST to register licence plates for the current year. License plates must be re-registered each year.

Veteran and Accessible Parking Permits

Vehicles displaying a valid Ontario Veteran’s Licence Plate or Accessible Parking Permit may park for free in any paid parking area within the Town. Please ensure the permit is clearly visible and up to date when parking.

Registering Your Licence Plate(s)

Licence plate(s) can be registered online or by visiting Town Hall with photo identification, proof of residency and vehicle registration. License plates must be re-registered each year.

Registering your vehicle is a 4-step process:

Create an account and/or login
Add vehicles
Add permit - including vehicle ownership and proof of residency
Submit (Add to Cart)

Please Note: If you haven't received an email confirmation that the vehicle(s) has been approved, the vehicle is not registered and may be ticketed by By-law Officers.

Who can I contact for information?
You can email paidparking@thebluemountains.ca or call 519-599-3131 ext. 249.
Who is entitled to a Resident Permit?
Individuals who are permitted to vote in The Blue Mountains Municipal Elections, including residential owners and residential tenants.
Where do I register my licence plates?
Licence plates can be registered online or in person at Town Hall.
What do I need to register my licence plates?
To register your licence plates either online or in person, you will need to show your proof of residency and your vehicle registration.
How many vehicles can I register?
Residents can register any number of vehicles, provided they have the corresponding vehicle registration and proof of residency.
Is my resident parking permit active immediately after registering?
If you register for a resident parking permit in person at Town Hall during regular business hours, your parking permit will be active immediately.
If you register online, your parking permit will not be active until you receive a confirmation email. Online registrations may take up to 2–3 business days to be reviewed and activated.
Residents are advised to wait for the confirmation email before using their parking permit.
Is my personal information being shared with HonkMobile?
HonkMobile is a third-party platform used for the registration of licence plates only. No personal information will be disclosed.
Do businesses within the TBM qualify for Resident Permits?
No. Businesses are not eligible to vote, so therefore do not qualify for a Resident Permit.
What if my vehicle is in my company name?
Along with proof of identification and residency, as well as the vehicle registration, please provide proof of your connection to that company vehicle (ie a business card).
Can I come to Town Hall to pick up the Resident Pass(es)?
As of 2025, physical passes are no longer in use. Registration of resident’s licence plates either online or in person at Town Hall will be the only way to receive the Resident Parking Permit for the Paid Parking Program.
Do I have to prove that I am a qualified elector in The Blue Mountains?
Yes. Identification and Proof of Residency, as well as a vehicle registration is required to register your licence plate(s).
What if this is not my primary residence?
As a property owner in the Town, you are eligible for the Resident Permit.
Is there a time limit in the parks for residents?
Property owners and tenants with a valid resident parking permit are exempt from any time limitations during permitted hours in paid parking areas.
Can my children register their licence plates for a Resident Permit for the Paid Parking Program?
If your child is eligible to vote in The Blue Mountains or can prove their residency, then yes. If they are not eligible to vote and/or cannot prove residency, then no.
Where is the paid parking being implemented?
Paid parking is at Northwinds Beach, Peasemarsh Nature Reserve, Lora Bay Park, Bayview Park, Council Beach, Delphi Point Park, Heathcote Park, Little River Park and Loree Forest. Paid parking is also enforced during winter months at the Tomahawk Recreation Complex.
What are the fees for parking for a non-resident?
The parking fee for non-residents is $10 per hour for up to 4 hours at all waterfront properties (Northwinds Beach, Peasemarsh Nature Reserve, Lora Bay Park, Bayview Park, Council Beach, Delphi Point Park and Little River Park).
Parking fees at Loree Forest and Heathcote Park are $5 per hour with no maximum stay for non-residents.
Parking fees for the 15/17 Arthur Street lot are $2 for the first hour, and $1 per hour afterwards, with no maximum stay for non-residents.
Are Non-Resident Permits available to purchase?
Residents of the Municipality of Meaford, Grey Highlands, Clearview Township and the Town of Collingwood are eligible to purchase a Non-Resident Parking Permit. The cost is $100 plus HST for the year, and can be done at Town Hall or through the Town’s website.
I have an Accessible Parking Permit, can I park for free?
Yes. Vehicles with a valid Accessible Parking Permit can park for free at any TBM location that has paid parking.
I have an Ontario Veteran plate, can I park for free?
Yes. Vehicles with a valid Ontario Veteran’s Licence Plate can park for free at any TBM location that has paid parking.
How do you pay for parking?
Paying for parking is easy. Find the Honk Mobile App and download it to your phone. Find the locations that you are at within the app. Signs are in each of the parking lots which have a QR code. Just hold the camera from your phone over the code and follow the steps provided.
Why do we have paid parking now?
Paid parking and the idea of the Resident Parking Permit was passed in the 2020 Budget. 2020 was a pilot year for the program, which included three of TBM’s waterfronts and the Harbour. Due to the increased volume of visitors to our area, paid parking is to help offset costs for the additional use.
What is the revenue used for from the paid parking?
The revenue generated from the paid parking goes back into the facilities which help the Town better maintain them. This allows for more frequent cleaning of the washroom facilities and garbage removal.
How can I provide proof of residency?
To obtain a resident/non-resident parking permit you are required to provide a photo ID and vehicle registration. If the photo ID does not include a TBM address, another acceptable document is required for proof of residency.
As per O. Reg 304/13: Voter Identification, proof of identity and residence must be an original, or a certified or notarial copy, of a document that shows the person’s name and qualifying address. The following are acceptable documents for photo ID or proof of residency:
1. An Ontario driver’s license.
2. An Ontario Health Card (photo card).
3. An Ontario Photo Card.
4. An Ontario motor vehicle permit (vehicle portion).
5. A cancelled personalized cheque.
6. A mortgage statement, lease or rental agreement relating to property in Ontario.
7. An insurance policy or insurance statement.
8. A loan agreement or other financial agreement with a financial institution.
9. A document issued or certified by a court in Ontario.
10. Any other document from the government of Canada, Ontario or a municipality in Ontario or from an agency of such a government.
11. Any document from a Band Council in Ontario established under the Indian Act (Canada).
12. An income tax assessment notice.
13. A Child Tax Benefit Statement.
14. A Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits Paid T4E.
15. A Statement of Old Age Security T4A (OAS).
16. A Statement of Canada Pension Plan Benefits T4A (P).
17. A Canada Pension Plan Statement of Contributions.
18. A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Works.
19. A Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Disability Support Program.
20. A Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Statement of Benefits T5007.
21. A property tax assessment [tax bill]
22. A credit card statement, bank account statement, or RRSP, RRIF, RHOSP or T5 statement.
23. A CNIB Card or a card from another registered charitable organization that provides services to persons with disabilities.
24. A hospital card or record.
25. A document showing campus residence, issued by the office or officials responsible for student residence at a post-secondary institution.
26. A document showing residence at a long-term care home under the Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007, issued by the Administrator for the home.
27. A utility bill for hydro, water, gas, telephone or cable TV or a bill from a public utilities commission.
28. A cheque stub, T4 statement or pay receipt issued by an employer.
29. A transcript or report card from a post-secondary school.

Friends and Family Parking Permits

Residents can register guest vehicles for a temporary digital parking permit for $5 plus HST per day, for up to 14 calendar days. To register a guest vehicle, residents must have a valid Household Account and provide the visitor’s licence plate number and the dates the passes will be used.

How much does a Friend’s and Family Parking Permit Cost?
Friends and Family Parking Permits cost $5 plus HST per day, for up to 14 calendar days per year.
How long can a guest use a Friend’s and Family Parking Permit?
Each household is permitted up to 14 calendar days per year for Friends and Family Parking Permits. These days may be used consecutively or spread throughout the year for different visiting guests.
How many vehicles can I register for a Friends and Family Parking Permits?
There is no limit to the number of guest vehicles a household may register. However, each household is limited to a total of 14 calendar days per year for Friends and Family Parking Permits, regardless of how many vehicles are registered. The combined use of all guest permits cannot exceed the annual 14-day household limit.
Where can you park with a Friends and Family Parking Permit?
Vehicles with a valid Friends and Family Parking Permits may park for free at all municipally owned paid parking locations, including beaches, parks and trails. Please note that Friends and Family parking Permits do not apply to privately owned paid parking lots, and there is no paid parking in the downtown area.
What information is required to register a friend's or family member's vehicle?
At the time of purchase, residents must provide the visitor’s licence plate number and the dates the pass will be used. The resident purchasing the Friends and Family Parking Permit must also have valid proof of residency on file within their household account.
What if I enter a Friends or Family licence plate number incorrectly and they receive a ticket?
It is the resident’s responsibility to ensure the licence plate number is entered correctly. Tickets issued as a result of an incorrect licence plate number cannot be cancelled.
Where can I register for a Friends and Family Parking Permit?
Friends and Family Parking Permits can be purchased online through the Town’s website at any time, or in person at Town Hall during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
To purchase a Friends and Family Parking Permit, residents must have a valid household account. Household accounts can be created online through the Town’s website or in person at Town Hall during regular business hours. Please note that it may take up to 2–3 business days for household accounts to be verified and activated.
Once a household account is active, Friends and Family Parking Permits can be purchased at any time and are active immediately upon purchase.

Parking Tickets and Enforcement

The Town enforces its parking by-laws by issuing tickets to illegally parked vehicles on both public and private property. This type of enforcement is required to maintain legal parking, regulate traffic movement, and ensure public safety.

View Parking Enforcement Pay or Appeal Parking Tickets

If you have received a parking ticket due to a minor error made while paying through the HONK system (i.e. entering an incorrect licence plate) or if you have received a ticket for accessible parking and have a valid accessible parking permit, please contact By-law Enforcement at tickets@thebluemountains.ca before submitting an appeal. Staff will review the circumstances and provide direction on next steps.

Municipal Parking Lots

To better manage public parking throughout the community, the Town has implemented a paid parking program. All paid parking locations are clearly identified by signage. There are also free public parking lots throughout the community. Please note that vehicles displaying a valid Ontario Veteran’s Licence Plate or Accessible Parking Permit may park for free in any paid parking area within the Town.

The paid parking system uses the HonkMobile app which provides the ability to pay for parking online.

To pay for parking, scan the QR code on the Paid Parking signs located throughout the parking lots to access the HonkMobile app. If you cannot access the app, please call (519) 599-3131 ext. 9001 to make a payment.

Click to View: Municipal Parking Lot Map

Public Transit

The Town of The Blue Mountains is served by both Collingwood/Blue Mountains Transit system and the Grey County Transit system.

The Town of The Blue Mountains partners with the Town of Collingwood to provide public transit services to the Craigleith area, including Blue Mountain Resort. For information, visit the Collingwood/Blue Mountains Transit website.
Route Map
A route map of the Collingwood/Blue Mountains Transit Link and more detailed information about the transit service is available from the Town of Collingwood’s Public Transit website.