• 10 Bay St S: press for a ticket at the entrance gate and pay when leaving
• 22 Bay St S and DBHSC Surface Lot: use Honk Mobile and pay on arrival

For more information on using Honk Mobile visit the Pay for Parking Page.

To view this parking map in full screen, select the “View larger map” button in the upper right corner of the map.

Upon clicking, you will be directed to a new page where the map fills the entire screen.

To find a specific parking lot, following the instructions below.

1. Click on the sub-menu tab, located on the top left corner of the map to open the sub-menu.
2. Under the parking lots sub-header, click on the down arrow beside “All items” to view each specific lot.
3. To view details of a specific lot, click on the name of the lot. The map will zoom into your selected lot and display parking prices and parking privileges.

On the parking map, you are able to view the stops that the shuttle bus makes, as well as the route that it follows. To display information about the shuttle bus on the parking map follow the instructions below.

1. Click on the sub-menu tab, located on the top left corner of the map to open the sub-menu.
2. Check mark the boxes of which sections you would like to display (If you want to see the shuttle bus route, check mark ? the empty box to the left of “Shuttle bus route”).
3. The selected boxes will now appear on the parking map.

• The chargers located in Lot B, and Lot J (located in front of Hatch)
• All other chargers located on campus

• Download the FLO – EV Charging Network app
• Use the serial number printed on the station you want to use to search for the station on the app.
• Select Station
• Plug and charge
• Note: A card may be available for purchase through the app which can be useful in case the wireless network connection is down.

• Visitors: Pay the daily rate of parking on Honk Mobile.
• Permit Holders of Lots With EVCs: No Charge
• Permit Holders of Lots Without EVCs: Permit holders will be provided with 2 vouchers per month at no charge.
• Note: For permit holders of Lot J, you will be able to charge your vehicle, however you must remove the vehicle after 4 hours.

• To get an accessible parking permit, you must first follow the instructions found on the How to Pay for Parking Page and purchase a regular parking permit. To convert this into an accessible permit, email parking@mcmaster.ca with all relevant information and proof of MTO permit.
• For short-term parking, fees and current rates still apply. For more details, visit the Daily Parking Page.
• A valid MTO Accessible Permit permit must be displayed on your dashboard. For more information visit the MTO Accessible Parking Permit Site.
• The symbol below will be on signs and parking spaces designated for accessible parking.

Where to Park

• Please select the single parking lot nearest to your office and park exclusively in that location. McMaster Accessible transponder holders are permitted to park in one gated lot on campus, except 24-hour reserved parking spaces, Lot Q, Underground Wilson Hall, and Lot A, unless by special permission. Switching between lots or parking in multiple locations is not permitted.

• If you require access to these lots please request by sending us an email to parking@mcmaster.ca.

Evidence of Need

• Members of the university community with a valid Ministry of Transportation Parking Permit or any other valid Provincial, Territorial or State Permit/Licence will be afforded primary consideration for parking. A copy of this evidence is required for our records. Once this is confirmed, a note will be attached to your permit.

Evening Parking Transponders

• Available for evening access only
• Valid from 4:00pm to 6:30am (Monday to Friday) and all day on weekends and statutory holidays
• Valid in Lots B, C, D, H, and I

Interzone Access

• Interzone Hours: 4:00 PM to 6:30 AM (Monday to Friday) and all day on weekends and statutory holidays
• Interzone Lots: B, C, D, G, H, and I (Lots B & C require a transponder for access)

Who Qualifies for Interzone Access?

• All students with Lot M permits (West Campus) have interzone access to Lots D, G, H, and I (ungated lots)
• All staff with Lot N & P permits (West Campus) have interzone access.
• Staff and students with Main Campus permits do not have interzone access.

Stop at the gate, and the antenna signals your transponder to raise the gate—no need to exit or roll down your window. Ensure you’re within range for permit verification. Once approved, park in any open, non-reserved space. You can transfer your transponder between vehicles or buy an extra for $60. A transponder is required for entry and exit 24/7.

It is your responsibility to be aware of the expiry date of your transponder and renew it as needed prior to the expiry date.  Transponders will be rendered inactive the day after expiry and will no longer work. In this situation, you will need to pay for parking as a daily visitor until you have renewed your parking with the parking office.

Each gate and validation machine has an intercom which is staffed full time. Our staff will do their best to ensure your problems are resolved quickly and easily. When contacting the parking office or using the HELP button, be sure you have the unique 6-digit number on your transponder handy.

If your transponder does not work the first time you use it, try these tips:

1. Ensure the transponder is in direct sight of the antenna (the gray box mounted at top of a pole) with the suction cup facing the antenna and that it is not being blocked by anything.
2. Change the placement of the transponder on the windshield.
3. Move the vehicle forward toward the gate (your vehicle may be too far away for the sensor to read the transponder) or reverse away from the gate if it is safe to do so (your vehicle may be too close).

If the gate arm does not rise, use the HELP button for assistance. Be sure to have the unique 6 digit number on your transponder handy. You may be required to attend the parking office if there is a defect with the transponder.

If your transponder is lost, stolen, broken, or otherwise rendered inoperative, attend the parking office as soon as possible and they will be able to issue you a new transponder. Lost, stolen, or inoperative transponders will be electronically disabled and will no longer work at the gate.

If you have recently retired and need a retiree permit for the first time or if you need to renew an expired retiree permit, please apply by emailing the following information to parking@mcmaster.ca

• First and Last name
• Contact Phone number
• Email address
• Mailing address
• Vehicle info (make, model, year,  colour, license plate number)
• Employee Number

• Retiree permits at McMaster are non-transferable and require a completed parking application before issuance.
• These permits are valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually. To renew, please do so before the expiry date, via email at parking@mcmaster.ca.
• If you return to work for the University, you will be responsible for purchasing a parking permit.

Accessible Parking:
To obtain a McMaster Accessible permit, a valid MTO permit is required. Holders of this permit can park in most gated lots on campus. To apply for an MTO permit, please contact our office via email at parking@mcmaster.ca, and for more information visit the Accessible Parking Page.

Other Special Parking Programs:

• PACE Program: Retirees participating in this program may be eligible for a transponder providing access to Lots C, D, and the Underground Stadium. For more information, please contact the PACE Office.
• Sports Medicine Clinic: Retirees attending this clinic may be eligible for parking vouchers to cover their visit. For further details, please contact the clinic.