Need to Know

Parking permits in lots 8, 9, 11, and 17 sold out

white car icon facing headlights on green backgroundDue to strong demand and on-campus activity in the Fall 2024 term, parking permits in Lot 8, 9, 11, and 17, permits have now sold out. If you would like to be contacted should a permit become available, please join the waitlist for one of the sold-out lots.

If you are interested in joining the waitlist for one of the sold-out lots, please follow these steps:

  1. Login to the parking portal at parkingservices.algonquincollege.com/
  2. Click on “Order Permits”
  3. Once you agree to the terms of service, please select the permit type you would like
  4. Click “Join Waiting List” to join the waitlist.
  5. Our Parking Services office will contact you when a space becomes available.

The College also offers several Park, Pay and Go options on campus with daily parking rates available in both Lot 12 ($12/day maximum) and the Visitor Parking Lot 7 ($18/day), located next to P & T Buildings. Find you lot on our Parking Map!

If you have further questions about parking, check out our FAQ or contact us at parking@algonquincollege.com.

Reminder: Parking at College Square is reserved for College Square customers only

Image: Car icon with warning on green backgroundAs we return to our vibrant campus community, and once again busy parking lots at the Ottawa Campus, a reminder that parking at College Square is reserved for customers ACTIVELY shopping at College Square. Please do not leave your vehicle at College Square and come to Campus.

Parking tickets will be issued for unauthorized parking on private property.

The College offers many hourly parking options (at $4/hour) on campus as well as daily parking rates available in both Lot 12 ($12/day maximum) and the Visitor’s Parking Lot ($18/day), located next to P & T Building. Visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/parking/map/ to view our campus map.

Parking permits for the Ottawa campus are still available. Please visit our Parking Portal to purchase yours today.

Not sure what parking option is best for you? Use the parking options selector to assist with determining which parking option best meets your parking needs depending on how often you are on Campus.

For further assistance, you can email the Parking Services team at parking@algonquincollege.com.

Available online now! Parking Permits for the 2024/25 Academic Year 

Parking permits on sale nowAlgonquin College is pleased to announce that parking permits for the 2024/25 academic year are now for sale online. Whether you’re a daily driver or an occasional visitor, we have parking solutions tailored to your needs.

Explore our range of short- and long-term parking options by referring to our convenient parking options chart or using our parking options selector tool. These resources will help you make an informed decision about which permit suits you best.

In response to customer feedback, user demand, and the evolving nature of on-campus parking, the Parking Services team is completing several changes that will take effect at the beginning of the Fall 2024 term. Learn more here.

Please note that all permits are purchased online through our website. Should you experience any issues, our dedicated Parking Services team is here to address any inquiries you may have. Visit us at the Parking Services office in E120, open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. You can also reach us by phone at 613.727.4723 x7187 or through our contact us page.

Don’t wait until the term starts – secure your parking permit today for the upcoming academic year.

Changes in parking lots 15, 16, 17 – Updates you need to know!

Changes to parking lots 15, 16, and 17 for Fall 2024 at Algonquin CollegeAs a response to customer feedback, user demand, and the evolving nature of on-campus parking, the Parking Services team is completing the following changes that will take effect at the beginning of the Fall 2024 term.

Lot 15 and Lot 17 prices will be aligned to increase availability and flexibility

Starting with permits sold for the 2024-25 Academic Year (available July 9, 2024), the pricing of employee parking Lots 15 and 17 will be aligned, which will allow for permit holders of 15 and 17 to use both lots, ultimately increasing flexibility and availability in both lots.

Lot 17 was originally created as a temporary lot to offset the loss of parking spots in Lot 8 during the construction of the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre. Lot 17 became very popular as it is in a premium location while maintaining Lot 8 prices. As a consequence, demand skyrocketed, and a lengthy waitlist formed.

The cost for an annual Lot 15 or Lot 17 parking permit will be slightly less than the 2023-24 price in Lot 15, but slightly more than the 2023-24 price in Lot 17. Full details about parking rates for the 2024-25 academic year can be found on the Parking website.

Employees who are Lot 17 and Lot 15 permit holders will be able to park in either lot, increasing flexibility and convenience, allowing us to offer more permits to those on the waitlist, and increasing flexibility on days that there is higher usage of one or the other lots.

Lot 16 introduces student-only pilot project

In response to student feedback, and an effort to assist with affordability for our students, a student-only one term (Fall 2024) permit will be made available in Lot 16. This pilot permit is being tested in the Fall term.

This single-term permit is aimed to support students who, after paying for tuition, student fees, and often housing costs, may not have money available at the start of the term to afford an annual permit.

This new option will be more cost-effective than purchasing several monthly permits throughout the term, a practice many students currently choose now. Full details about parking rates for the 2024-25 academic year can be found on the Parking website.

Next steps

  1. You will notice activity in our parking lots this Spring term as the Parking Services team works to re-grade Lot 1, 16, and 17,
  2. Current employees who are Lot 15, and 17 permit holders will receive an email notifying them of these changes.
  3. Parking permits for the 2024-25 Academic Year go on sale July 9, 2024. Please visit our website for more details on the permit sale date, and to add a reminder to your calendar.

If you have any questions or comments, please visit our Contact page. Thank you for your continued support as we undertake these changes based on customer feedback.

Tips to skip that parking ticket while on campus 🅿️

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Parking Tickets: You hate getting them – we hate writing them. Let’s work together to avoid parking tickets on Campus altogether.

1. Ensure you have entered your vehicle details, especially your licence plate, correctly

Incorrect licence plates being entered into our system is a major reason tickets are issued because if we do not have the correct plate, we cannot confirm your payment. Please double-check in Honk Mobile when purchasing hourly and daily rates before you confirm your payment. If you have trouble remembering your licence plate, take a photo to refer to when purchasing parking to verify accuracy.

If you are a monthly or annual permit holder, please login to https://parkingservices.algonquincollege.com/ and click on “Vehicles” to review and make sure your plates are accurate and up-to-date.

2. Ensure you are parking in the correct lot

Whether you have an annual permit, MultiPacks, daily rates, or monthly permits, all parking payment is assigned to a designated lot. Please park in the lot you have purchased for and miss that ticket completely. Check out our Algonquin College Parking Map to help find your spot.

3. Purchase a permit for the correct timeframe

Errors when purchasing parking for daily rates or monthly passes can still lead to receiving tickets. Double-check the timeframe you have purchased to ensure accuracy. If you are using the HonkMobile app, you can add additional time directly from your phone.

4. Have two cars? Add an extra vehicle to your permit at no additional cost

If you have two cars, or are driving a temporary vehicle, you can these extra vehicles to your existing permit through the parking portal at no extra cost. This feature is great for those with multiple cars and may not always bring the same vehicle to campus. If both vehicles are present on campus at the same time, however, you will need to purchase an additional daily rate for the second vehicle.
Image of add a new vehicle on Parking website.

If you have any questions about parking on campus, please connect with us at parking@algonquincollege.com or in room E120 on the Ottawa Campus.

Lot 9 gets electrified as eight new EV chargers installed

EV Chargers in Lot 9To help meet the increasing demand for EV charging on the Ottawa Campus, a collaboration between Facilities Management and Parking Services has delivered eight new EV charging stations in the southwest corner of lot 9 (attached to S Building).

Funded partly by the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) run by Natural Resources Canada, anyone who has paid for parking, and is actively charging an EV or PHEV can use their ChargePoint account to charge their vehicle for up to two hours.

This addition of EV charging stations increased the total on the Ottawa Campus to 12 and furthers the College’s commitment to sustainability.

If you have any questions about the new EV chargers, please contact Facilities Management Service Desk at 7710@algonquincollege.com.