Cancelling mass events through June 30 April 2, 2020

In response to the recent provincial emergency order, to prohibit organized public events and social gatherings of more than five people, the City of Toronto is cancelling all City-led major mass participation events, festivals, conferences and cultural programs, and all City permits for major mass participation events organized by external groups at civic centres and squares, parks, public spaces (including road closures), City-operated museums and cultural centres through June 30, which may be extended in consultation with Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health.

This supports the directive that physical distancing is critical to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. As per Mayor John Tory, “protecting the health and safety of residents is of primary concern.”

Based on Toronto Public Health recommendations to help slow the rate of COVID-19 infection in Toronto. In response to the prohibition of organized public events and social gatherings of more than five people, Toronto Parking Authority will not be issuing new permits for mass participation gatherings or events at Toronto Parking Authority facilities through June 30. This may be extended as required. Event organizers are encouraged to contact events@greenpparking.com for any questions or concerns.

We will continue to monitor the Government announcements and do what we can to assist our community through this pandemic, with the focus on returning our business to its normal state.  We remain committed to the health and safety of our employees and customers.