Quick Answer

Driveway Paving Cost in Toronto (2026)

Average cost in Toronto

$8,790avg

$2,800 — $32,000

$4 — $35 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
9 sources
Updated 5 days ago
GTA Region

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Asphalt, concrete, or pavers

$1,260 — $14,400

45%

Labor

Installation and finishing

$980 — $11,200

35%

Site Prep & Excavation

Grading and base compaction

$420 — $4,800

15%

Permits & Disposal

City fees and waste removal

$140 — $1,600

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,143 tax$9,933

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Old surface removal
  • Gravel base preparation
  • Asphalt or concrete paving
  • Grading & compaction
  • Labor

Typically Excludes

  • Heated driveway systems
  • Decorative stamping or staining
  • Retaining walls
  • Drainage systems
  • Sealing (first year)

Based on a standard 2-car driveway (400-600 sq ft) with asphalt.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$5,780

$4,624 — $6,936

Based on 9 sources and market data for Toronto. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$8,436

Today

$8,790

Driveway Paving in Toronto is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $354 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Driveway Contractors in Toronto

Verified providers
🔨

Empire Paving Ltd.

50 High Meadow Pl, North York, ON M9L 2Z5, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

111 reviews

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NOVAPAVE Construction Inc.

3120 Rutherford Rd #275, Vaughan, ON L4K 0B2, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

128 reviews

🔨

VIP Paving & Interlocking Contractors Toronto

9131 Keele St Unit A4, Vaughan, ON L4K 0G7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

88 reviews

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West York Paving Ltd

5732 Hwy 7 #30, Woodbridge, ON L4L 2Z9, Canada

4.3
★★★★½

109 reviews

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Metro Wide Paving

88 Glencrest Blvd, East York, ON M4B 1L5, Canada

4.3
★★★★½

80 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

A permit is not required for replacing an existing driveway in the same footprint. However, a permit is mandatory for new driveways, widening existing ones, or any project exceeding 538 sq ft (50 sq m). The minimum permit fee for 2026 is $214.79.

For a typical 600 sq ft double-car driveway, asphalt costs between $2,800 and $6,500, while standard interlocking pavers range from $9,600 to $15,000. Premium natural stone can exceed $25,000.

Yes, under Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 681, any new or expanded hard surface over 538 sq ft must include stormwater retention, often achieved through permeable pavers. These cost 20-40% more but may qualify for a City rebate of up to $3,400.

If your paving project involves working on the city-owned boulevard or requires a new curb cut, a street work permit is required, typically costing between $130 and $215 in 2026.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 5 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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