Kamloops, BC—The City of Kamloops is pleased to announce that, following a detailed procurement process in early 2026, including engagement with local pay parking users, a contract has been awarded to Precise ParkLink Inc. to manage pay parking services in Kamloops.
The new agreement will modernize the City’s parking system by replacing existing parking meters with updated models, introducing new technology to manage off-street parking lots, and launching a new mobile payment app, Parkedin, offering more convenient and flexible payment options.
The transition to the new system will take place throughout May and June 2026. Key changes include phasing out physical monthly parking hangtags, which will be replaced by an online vehicle licence plate registration system beginning in June 2026. Current monthly parking pass holders will receive additional information directly.
In addition, PayByPhone app services will be phased out during June and fully replaced by the Parkedin app in July. Residents are encouraged to download the new app and begin using it early to become familiar with the updated system during the transition period. More information on the Parkedin App is available at: Kamloops.ca/ParkingApp.
“This transition is about making parking in Kamloops more convenient, efficient, and user friendly,” said Richelle Cotter, the City’s Community Services Supervisor. “By introducing updated technology and a new mobile app, we’re improving the overall parking experience while also modernizing how we manage parking across the city.”
On March 31, 2026, the Committee of the Whole received a report on parking management and rates, including a proposed phased parking management plan to be implemented over the next five years. The Committee of the Whole directed Administration to prepare a bylaw updating parking fees and charges as outlined in the report:
| Current Rates | Proposed Rates | |
| On-Street Parking (three-hour maximum) | First two hours - $1.25/hr Last hour - $2.50 | First two hours - $1.50/hr Last hour - $3 |
| Reserving On-Street Parking | $15/day | $20/day |
| Surface Lot Day/Event Parking | $4 | $6 |
| Surface Lot Monthly Parking* | $40–$55 | $50–$65 |
| Parkade Monthly - Random | $85 | $95 |
| Parkade Monthly - Reserved | $105 | $115 |
*See the bylaw for exact rates specific to each City lot.
| Current Fines | Proposed Fines | |
| Expired Time/Unpaid Parking | $40 | $80 |
| Reduced Ticket Amounts | $10, if paid within 24 hours $20, if paid within 30 days | $40, if paid within 24 hours $60, if paid within 30 days |
| Serious Parking Violations (e.g. obstructing a fire hydrant or crosswalk) | $50 | $100 |
| Reduced Ticket Amounts | $15, if paid within 24 hours $25, if paid within 30 days | $50, if paid within 24 hours $75, if paid within 30 days |
The proposed bylaw amendments also include extending paid on-street parking hours, beginning at 8:00 am instead of 9:00 am. These changes are scheduled to be considered by Council on May 26, 2026, and, if adopted, could come into effect as early as June 1, 2026.
Further public engagement on parking in Kamloops will take place as actions within the Parking Management Study are implemented.
For more information about parking in Kamloops, visit Kamloops.ca/Parking.
