Find Your Perfect Spot This Holiday Season December 11, 2013

Even with the Toronto Parking Authority’s inventory of close to 40,000 on-street and off-street parking spaces it can still be difficult to find parking during the holiday season.

In an effort to make your holiday season easier, the Toronto Parking Authority has a few tips:

Carpool with your family or friends. Reduce your greenhouse emission and spend quality time with your friends by taking one vehicle to reach your destination.

Pre-plan your trip. Use the Toronto Parking Authority’s Green P parking locator map found at GreenP.com to map your destination and the find closest Green P parking facility.

Download the Green P iPhone or Android App. Find parking on the go by downloading one of the Green P mobile Apps (iPhone, Android) to find parking near your destination faster.

Give yourself lots of time. In an effort to be safe and on time, be sure to leave for your destination early enough that you can arrive relaxed.

Heads up. Whether parking or driving in a parking facility avoid distractions (i.e. texting, looking through bags).

Take the distant parking spot. Walking is good exercise and a stress reducer.

Obey parking signs. Be sure to read signs carefully to ensure that you are parked in the appropriate / correct locations and don’t get a ticket.

Take note. Take a picture or jot down your parking location by level, section and spot. Also, be sure to note when your paid parking expires. The Green P mobile app offers a smart timer that reminds users when their parking time is almost up.

Walk Safe. Always use the designated pedestrian entry and exit points at any parking facility.

Lock up and store valuables out of site. After parking your vehicle, ensure all windows are closed, everything is turned off and all valuables are hidden out of site.

Happy Holidays to you and your Family