Purchase Permits with HotSpot
Parking permits are available for purchase through HotSpot. You must register for HotSpot with your Mount Royal University email address (@mtroyal.ca) to access parking permits. HotSpot is available for iOS and Android devices, and online.
Purchases can be made through the HotSpot app or on the HotSpot website. For information about creating an account and purchasing permits, please view the HotSpot instruction documents.
HotSpot Instructions
Key Dates for 2024-2025 Permit Sales
Aug. 15, 2024
Fall 2024 Permits Available
Fall 2024 permits will be available for purchase online through the HotSpot app and website beginning at 10am. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis.
Parking permits for the Fall 2024 semester are sold out. If you are parking on campus weekdays before 4 p.m., Mount Royal University offers daily paid parking in Lot 2, Lot 6A, Lot A, Lot B and the East Gate Parkade. Please view the parking map for precise lot locations and pricing.
Fall/Winter Permits Available
Fall/Winter permits will be available for purchase online through the HotSpot app and website beginning at 10am. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis.
Annual Permits Available
Annual permits will be available for purchase online through the HotSpot app and website beginning at 10am. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis.
Dec. 15, 2024
Winter 2025 Permits Available
Winter 2025 permits will be available for purchase online through the HotSpot app and website beginning at 10am. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis.
Semester Permits (GST not included)
| Permit location | Fall price Sept. 1, 2024 - Dec. 31, 2024 |
Winter price Jan. 1, 2025 - Apr. 30, 2025 |
Fall and Winter price Sept. 1, 2024 - Apr. 30, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lots A, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 8 Permit valid for the lot number selected at time of purchase |
$480.00 | $480.00 | $960.00 |
| East Gate Parkade P1-P4 | $500.00 | $500.00 | $1000.00 |
| East Gate Parkade P5 | $420.00 | $420.00 | $840.00 |
| Residence (Lots 6 & 9) Contact parking@mtroyal.ca to request access to purchase Resident Permits |
$420.00 | $420.00 | $840.00 |
| Riddell Library and Learning Centre Parkade | $620.00 | $620.00 | $1240.00 |
Monthly Permits (GST not included)
| Permit location | Monthly price |
|---|---|
| Lot 4 | $135.00 |
| East Gate Parkade P1-P4 | $140.00 |
Annual Permits (GST not included)
| Permit location |
Annual price Sept. 1, 2024 - Aug. 31, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Lots A, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 8 Permit valid for the lot number selected at time of purchase |
$1440.00 |
| East Gate Parkade P1-P4 | $1500.00 |
| East Gate Parkade P5 | $1260.00 |
| Residence (Lots 6 & 9) Contact parking@mtroyal.ca to request access to purchase Resident Permits |
$1260.00 |
| Riddell Library and Learning Centre (RLLC) Parkade | $1860.00 |
| Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning (RMCCL) Parkade | $1860.00 |
Evening / Weekend Permits (GST included)
Valid:
Weekdays 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Weekends 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.
| Permit location | Monthly price |
|---|---|
| Lots A, B, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 7, 8 |
$33.25 |
| East Gate Parkade | $33.25 |
Accessible Permits
Accessible Permits are available for purchase in-person at Parking & Transportation Services. Purchase of an accessible permit requires a valid photo ID and Alberta Registration Certificate for your Disabled Placard. For a short term accessible permit, please bring valid photo ID and a doctor's note indicating the length of time for which the permit is required. An applicable permit placard (accessible permit or provincial placard) must be displayed from the rear view mirror and visible from the outside of the vehicle. Permits which are not on full display will be subject to violation.
Motorcycle Permits
Motorcycle parking is available for purchase in-person at Parking & Transportation Services for $30/month. Parking is available at the entrance of Lot 3, and Permit Lot 8. Please refer to lot signs for the exact location, or view the parking map.
Carpool Permits
Carpool permits are available for purchase in-person at Parking & Transportation Services. For more information about carpool parking options on campus, please visit the MRU Carpool Program page.
Refunds and Exchanges
For refunds, please contact Parking and Transportation Services. Refunds are calculated based on a bi-weekly proration rate. Refunds will not be issued retrospectively. Please note refunds will not be issued once a permit has reached the last two weeks of validity. For further information, please contact Parking and Transportation Services.