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Toronto considers hiking rush hour traffic fines to combat gridlock

TORONTO – Toronto councillors are considering a motion that would more than double rush hour traffic fines to combat gridlock.

The anti-congestion motion would raise the fine for stopping or parking illegally during rush hour to $150 from $60.

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It’s part of a plan to tackle gridlock in the downtown core during the morning and afternoon rush hours.

Rush hour is considered to be between 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Council is also considering an increase in the fine for blocking a bike lane to $150 from $60. (680News)

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