Bicycle Parking
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, cycling is one of the best ways for TMU students, faculty and staff to commute to and from campus. We offer a combination of outdoor and secure indoor bicycle parking to not only meet the transportation needs of the university, but to encourage sustainable transportation habits within our community.
To find a spot, visit the TMU campus map and select “Bicycle Parking” in the legend.
Outdoor bicycle parking
TMU community members are encouraged to choose from the more than 1,100 outdoor bicycle parking locations on campus equipped with stationary, permanent bicycle “post and ring” poles or racks. Cyclists should not lock their bicycles to railings, ramps, fences or other areas not specifically made for bicycles or they risk their bicycle being removed.
Reserved secure bicycle parking
Store your bike on campus with peace of mind by purchasing one of our 98 reserved secure bicycle parking permits! Available to students, faculty and staff, permit holders have 24/7 access to dedicated bicycle storage rooms located on the lower level of the Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex (DCC) at 288 Church St.
Love to bike but can’t afford to be sweaty in class or at your desk? No problem! Using your OneCard, permit holders have access to dedicated shower and washroom facilities in the DCC.
Fall/Winter 2024-2025 permits
Student reserved secure bicycle parking permits
Staff and Faculty reserved secure bicycle parking permits
Duration
Reserved secure bicycle parking permits are for eight months (September to April) or four months (September to December, January to April, May to August). The deadline for purchasing a permit starting in September is Sept 1, 2024.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a reserved secure bicycle parking permit, you must be enrolled in at least one course in the corresponding semesters or be employed by the university.
Permit location
Reserved secure bicycle parking is available at the Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex at 288 Church St., basement level (B).
288 Church St. reserved secure bicycle parking
- Location: Enter from the main entrance of 288 Church St. and take the elevator P3 down to the basement level (B) to access your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room.
- Amenities: Dedicated washroom and shower facilities (B35 and B36) are located on the basement level (B) and can be accessed with your OneCard.
- Activation: Please allow two (2) business days after your transaction date for your OneCard to be activated so you can access your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room.
- How to access your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room: Your OneCard will grant you 24/7 access to the DCC and your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room for the duration of your permit, with exception when the university is closed.
Permit rates $
The rates below are for the Fall/Winter 2024-25 academic year. Permit fees are subject to change. Permit fees are not prorated and there is no refund.
| Months | Cost (includes HST) | Status |
| September 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025 | $75 | Available for purchase as of August 20, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. |
| September 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 | $55 | Available for purchase as of August 20, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. |
| January 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025 | $55 | Available for purchase as of August 20, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. |
| May 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024 | $55 | Closed |
Apply online
Fall/Winter 2024-2025 reserved secure bicycle parking permit applications are available for purchase. Reserved secure bicycle parking permits are limited and are available on a first-come first served basis.
Students: Apply for a Fall/Winter 2024-2025 student bicycle parking permit! (opens in new window)
Staff and faculty: Apply for a Fall/Winter 2024-2025 staff and faculty bicycle parking permit! (opens in new window)
Application process
Once your purchase is completed, you will receive an email confirmation to your TMU email account from tmuparking@torontomu.ca. This email will include:
- Transaction confirmation
- Your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room attached to your permit
- Access guidelines to your assigned reserved secure bicycle parking room