3.0
ParkAppsHub score
Green P
Toronto Parking Authority (platform by Passport Labs)
City parking · Free app; pay standard TPA meter/lot rates plus a per-transaction convenience fee
Best for: Drivers who regularly park on Toronto streets or in Green P lots and garages
3
Google Play · 21K reviews
100K+
Downloads
1
Country
North America
AndroidiOSWeb
1 city (Toronto only)
About this app
Green P is the official mobile payment app of the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA), covering both on-street metered parking and TPA-operated Green P off-street lots and garages across the city. Drivers enter a posted zone or space number to pay for street parking, or select a Green P facility to pay for lot/garage parking, all without needing coins or a physical meter transaction. The app supports remote session extension, expiry notifications, saved payment profiles, and receipt history. Because it is tied directly to TPA's own systems, it reflects official rates, zone rules, and facility availability rather than third-party estimates. Its scope is intentionally narrow: it works only within Toronto, unlike multi-city commercial parking apps, making it a single-purpose utility for residents, commuters, and visitors driving specifically in the city.
- Pay for on-street metered parking by zone/space number
- Pay for Green P off-street lots and garages
- Extend an active parking session remotely
- Session expiry push notifications
- Saved vehicle and payment profiles for faster checkout
- Receipt history for expense tracking
Pricing & fees
Free app; pay standard TPA meter/lot rates plus a per-transaction convenience fee
- On-street meter rates vary by zone, typically CAD $1.50-$4.50/hour in Toronto
- Green P lot and garage daily rates vary widely by location and demand
- A small per-transaction convenience fee (typically under CAD $0.50-$1) applies on top of posted parking rates
- Monthly Green P garage permits are billed separately and vary by facility location
Accepted payment methods
Credit cardDebit cardSaved payment profileMonthly permit billing (select facilities)
Ratings & scores
Editorial score set by the ParkAppsHub team using our five-criteria grid — see how we rate. Store ratings shown for reference.
What users say
▲ Most praised
- Convenient alternative to hunting for coins at meters
- Useful remote session extension feature
- Directly reflects official city rates and zones
▼ Common complaints
- Frequent payment and session-start failures reported in recent reviews
- Confusing zone/rate lookup compared to posted signage
- Slow or unresponsive customer support for billing disputes
Summarised from recent user reviews on Google Play, the App Store and consumer platforms. Themes, not verbatim quotes.
Pros & cons
What we like
- Directly tied to official TPA rates, zones, and facility data
- Covers both on-street meters and off-street Green P lots/garages
- Remote session extension avoids running back to the car
- No coins or physical meter payment needed
What could improve
- Limited to Toronto only, useless for travel elsewhere
- 3.0-star rating with frequent complaints about payment and session-start failures
- Convenience fees add up for short, frequent parking sessions
How to use Green P
- Download Green P and create an account with a payment card on file
- Enter the zone or space number posted at the meter, or select a Green P lot/garage
- Choose parking duration and confirm payment to start the session
- Extend the session from the app if you need more time before it expires
- Check receipt history in-app for past sessions and payments
Editor’s tips
- Save your zone/space number as a favorite if you park in the same spot regularly to speed up repeat sessions
- Set a reminder before max session time since the app won't let you exceed posted zone limits
- Check Green P garage daily rates in-app before driving in, as downtown lots vary significantly by location
- Keep a backup payment card on file in case the primary one is declined mid-session
Editor’s verdict
Green P does the essential job of letting Toronto drivers pay for on-street and off-street parking without hunting for coins or a working meter, and its integration with TPA's own garage and permit systems gives it an edge for city-specific features like monthly permits and EV charging spot info. However, a 3.0-star Play Store rating from over 21,000 reviews signals real friction: users report failed payments, session-start errors, unclear zone/rate lookups, and slow customer support responses, especially after past rebrands of the underlying platform. Because it only operates in a single city, it is not a tool for travelers or anyone parking outside Toronto — for that, national apps like PayByPhone or HonkMobile are more useful. For a Toronto local who parks often, it remains close to mandatory since it is the only app directly wired into city meter and enforcement data, but expect occasional reliability hiccups and plan a backup payment method for when the app misbehaves.
— The ParkAppsHub editorial team · 2026-08-06
How it compares
vs PayByPhone
PayByPhone covers dozens of North American and European cities under one account, while Green P only works in Toronto but offers deeper integration with TPA's own off-street garages and monthly permits.
vs HonkMobile
HonkMobile is also used at some Toronto private lots and other Canadian cities, giving it broader coverage; Green P remains the only app tied directly to official city meters and TPA-run facilities.
vs SpotHero
SpotHero focuses on pre-booking discounted garage spots across many cities, whereas Green P is built for pay-as-you-go street and lot payment specific to Toronto with real-time TPA data.
Frequently asked questions
Is Green P the official Toronto parking app?
Yes. It is operated by the Toronto Parking Authority, the City of Toronto agency responsible for on-street meters and Green P branded lots and garages.
Can I use Green P outside Toronto?
No. The app only covers on-street parking zones and Green P facilities within the City of Toronto.
What payment methods does Green P accept?
Credit and debit cards are supported, along with saved payment profiles for faster checkout; some users also link accounts to monthly permit billing.
Does Green P notify me before my session expires?
Yes, the app can send push notifications near session expiry so drivers can extend remotely, subject to posted maximum time limits.
Why do some users report payment failures?
Recent Play Store reviews cite intermittent errors starting sessions, expired card handling issues, and occasional mismatches between app rates and posted signage.
Can I pay for monthly Green P garage permits in the app?
The app supports select permit and account management features tied to TPA facilities, though full permit administration may still route through TPA's website.
About the developer
Green P is the official parking brand of the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA), a City of Toronto agency operating on-street meters and off-street Green P lots/garages since 1952. The current app is built and operated in partnership with Passport Labs (Passport Parking), a US-based mobility payments company that white-labels its platform for numerous North American transit and parking authorities.
Additional information
Developer
Toronto Parking Authority (platform by Passport Labs)
Founded
1952
Headquarters
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Ownership
Toronto Parking Authority (City of Toronto agency); app platform operated by Passport Labs
Category
City parking
Price
Free app; pay standard TPA meter/lot rates plus a per-transaction convenience fee
Coverage
1 city (Toronto only)
Downloads
100K+
Languages
English, French
Reviewed
2026-08-06
Where it works
1 city (Toronto only) — including Toronto, Downtown Toronto, North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke.
Canada
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Independent review. ParkAppsHub is not affiliated with Toronto Parking Authority (platform by Passport Labs). App name, logo and screenshots belong to their owners and are shown for identification and review purposes. Coverage, prices and features change — verify current conditions with the publisher. Last reviewed 2026-08-06.