Parking Changes Effective April 1

Following amendments to The Regina Traffic Bylaw, changes to parking in Regina will take effect on April 1, 2026. The changes include updates to parking zones, rates, fines and payment options.

“These changes help modernize Regina’s parking system and improve how parking is managed across the city,” said Faisal Kalim, Director, Community Standards. “Introducing different parking zones allows us to better match pricing with demand and improve access in high-use areas.”

New parking zones will be introduced with updated rates. Rates in higher-demand areas in the downtown core (Zone A) will increase from $2 to $2.50 per hour, while lower-demand areas in the downtown periphery (Zone B) will be set at a lower rate of $1.50 per hour. Parking fines will increase by $10 per ticket. Fees for Temporary Street Use Permits will increase by 50 per cent. Existing exemptions remain in place, including accessible parking stalls.

Coin payment for on-street parking has been removed. Parking is now paid using digital methods through the PayByPhone service, accessible through the PayByPhone app, online or by phone. Prepaid parking vouchers are available for purchase at City Hall for residents who are unable to pay digitally. Each voucher is valid for one hour when displayed on a vehicle dashboard and must be used in accordance with posted time limits and regulations.

With the move to digital payment, some parking rules have been updated. Parking is no longer tied to a specific meter location, so vehicles can be parked anywhere along the curb, provided it is a legal parking space.

These changes were approved through the 2026–2027 Budget process and support a more modern and efficient parking system.

More information is available at Regina.ca/Parking.