Driveway Paving Cost in Toronto (2026)
Average cost in Toronto
$2,800 — $32,000
$4 — $35 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedAsphalt, concrete, or pavers
45%
Installation and finishing
35%
Grading and base compaction
15%
City fees and waste removal
5%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$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 providersEmpire Paving Ltd.
50 High Meadow Pl, North York, ON M9L 2Z5, Canada
111 reviews
NOVAPAVE Construction Inc.
3120 Rutherford Rd #275, Vaughan, ON L4K 0B2, Canada
128 reviews
VIP Paving & Interlocking Contractors Toronto
9131 Keele St Unit A4, Vaughan, ON L4K 0G7, Canada
88 reviews
West York Paving Ltd
5732 Hwy 7 #30, Woodbridge, ON L4L 2Z9, Canada
109 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 dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
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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