Driver licence fee increases come into effect this next month, and additional fees for reinstatements, replacements and commercial permits will be effective at the start of next year.
As of Sept. 1, the driver's licence original and renewal fee, including the driver licensing fee as part of the enhanced driver licence, will change from $81.50 to $90.
Vehicle licence validation in Northern Ontario will change from $54 to $60 and validation in Southern Ontario will change from $108 to $120.
New fee changes that come into effect on Jan. 1, 2017 include:
- The Driver's Licence Reinstatement Fee after Suspensions and Administrative Monetary Penalty will change from $180 to $198
- Driving Instructors Licence Replacement will change from $28 to $31
- Oversize/Overweight (O/O) Permit Replacement will change from $28 to $31
- Original and Replacement Plate/Permit Fee for Manufacturer motor vehicle and motorcycle and dealer plate will change from $20 to $25
- Original and Replacement Plate/Permit Fee for Manufacturer motor vehicle and motorcycle and dealer permit will change from $10 to $32
“Updated fees help maintain the province's transportation infrastructure and provide resources to help keep Ontario's roads safe,” said a news release from the Ministry of Transportation.
“They are consistent with recommendations from the Auditor General of Ontario to achieve full cost recovery for delivery of services.”
