Brandon parking meters go digital

26-Feb-2026

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Brandon city is potentially phasing out its antiquated coin-operated parking meters in favour of a digital payment system — a move officials and local businesses owners say is not just about keeping up with technology, but about reducing drivers hunting for pocket change.

With plans to launch online parking payments by the summer, the city is hoping ditching metal money will make downtown more accessible, attract more visitors and finally answer a question tourists have asked — are the parking meters even real?