Rates and licences · Ontario

Our rates and Ontario licences

Most tows cost far less than the maximums below: towing from $150 and storage from $60 a day, terms and conditions apply. Ontario requires every tow and vehicle storage operator to publish the most it may charge for each service, and these are ours.

01 — Who we are

Licences and contact

Legal name
1000422520 Ontario Corp.
Operating as
Blase Towing
Tow operator certificate
TO-212-783-718
Vehicle storage certificate
VS-212-783-718
Phone
888-997-7552, answered 24/7
Email
blasetowing@gmail.com
Storage yard
360 Enford Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3G1, behind the building
Yard hours
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to noon, closed Sundays and holidays

Our certificates

Ontario tow operator certificate issued under the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act, 2021 to 1000422520 Ontario Corp., Blase Towing, certificate TO-212-783-718, expiring 2027-06-23.
Tow operator certificateTO-212-783-718 · Expires June 23, 2027
Ontario vehicle storage certificate issued under the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act, 2021 to 1000422520 Ontario Corp., Blase Towing, certificate VS-212-783-718, issued October 11, 2023, expiring June 23, 2027.
Vehicle storage certificateVS-212-783-718 · Expires June 23, 2027

Both certificates are issued by Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation under the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act. You can check their status, and these rates, on Ontario’s published rates portal.

02 — Maximum rate schedule

The most we may charge

For towing and storage we may charge less than these rates, never more, and only for services on this list. Services we don’t provide aren’t listed. Boosts and lockouts aren’t towing or storage services, so they aren’t on Ontario’s schedule: ask us for the price when you call.

As published by Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation for October 22, 2026. Tow operator certificate TO-212-783-718, vehicle storage certificate VS-212-783-718, both registered. Tap a service to see what it covers.

Towing

Basic Towing Services

ServiceChargedMaximum
Basic tow: Towed vehicle up to 4,536 kg GVWR

Providing basic towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$1,500.00
Basic tow: Towed vehicle from 4,536.1 to 11,793 kg GVWR

Providing basic towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$3,000.00
Basic tow: Towed vehicle more than 11,793 kg GVWR

Providing basic towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$7,500.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle up to 4,536 kg GVWR

Distance travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to: Reach the motor vehicle requiring towing, in excess of 10 km; and Tow the motor vehicle to its destination. The first 10 km travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to the motor vehicle requiring towing is not chargeable. Charges are calculated based on each km or part thereof.

per kilometre$6.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle from 4,536.1 kg to 11,793 kg GVWR

Distance travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to: Reach the motor vehicle requiring towing, in excess of 10 km; and Tow the motor vehicle to its destination. The first 10 km travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to the motor vehicle requiring towing is not chargeable. Charges are calculated based on each km or part thereof.

per kilometre$8.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle more than 11,793 kg GVWR

Distance travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to: Reach the motor vehicle requiring towing, in excess of 10 km; and Tow the motor vehicle to its destination. The first 10 km travelled by the Primary Tow Truck to the motor vehicle requiring towing is not chargeable. Charges are calculated based on each km or part thereof.

per kilometre$10.00
International border crossing

Time required for the tow truck driver to wait at an international border crossing while providing towing services. Charges are calculated based on each 15-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$350.00
Tolls and permits

The value entered must not exceed 100. Use of a toll highway, toll bridge, toll ferry or tow-specific permit required for the towing service.

percentage of cost100.00%
Time of day premium

Premium for dispatching a tow truck outside of regular business hours, based on the initial time of dispatch. This premium may only be charged once per vehicle towed, even if multiple tow trucks are used to provide the towing service.

per event$400.00

Intermediate Towing Services

ServiceChargedMaximum
Intermediate tow: Towed vehicle up to 4,536 kg GVWR

Providing intermediate towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$2,000.00
Intermediate tow: Towed vehicle from 4,536.1 to 11,793 kg GVWR

Providing intermediate towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$4,000.00
Intermediate tow: Towed vehicle more than 11,793 kg GVWR

Providing intermediate towing services, based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle.

flat rate$8,000.00
Consumables

The value entered must not exceed 115. Use of single-use materials, products or devices required to clear the highway, make the towing scene visible to drivers or secure the motor vehicle and its contents in preparation for towing.

percentage of cost115.00%
Clearing debris or safe loading and securement

Total time required for these activities, in excess of 30 minutes: Preparing the motor vehicle for towing, including making mechanical adjustments and securing or covering the motor vehicle and; Clearing debris, fallen cargo or spilled material from a highway. The first 30 minutes spent on these activities is not chargeable. Charges are based on each 15-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$600.00
Stand-by time

Time spent when the tow truck driver is instructed to be on stand-by for more than 15 consecutive minutes. Charges are calculated based on each 15-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$800.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle up to 4,536 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$6.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle from 4,536.1 kg to 11,793 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$8.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle more than 11,793 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$10.00
International border crossing

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per hour$350.00
Tolls and permits

The value entered must not exceed 100. Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

percentage of cost100.00%
Time of day premium

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per event$400.00

Advanced Towing Services

ServiceChargedMaximum
Specialized vehicles: Flatbed trailer

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$500.00
Specialized vehicles: Float trailer

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$500.00
Specialized vehicles: Van trailer

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$500.00
Specialized vehicles: Incident response vehicle with tools and materials

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Specialized vehicles: Response vehicle with a 360 beacon/lamp

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Labour: Casual labour

Time required for casual or specialized labour at the scene to assist a tow truck driver or operator of a specialized vehicle, or to restore the condition of the roadway at the direction of police. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof. This rate does not apply to tow truck drivers, operators of specialized vehicles, or labour required for air cushions, roll-off bins, or lighting equipment at the scene.

per hour$500.00
Labour: Specialized labour, scene supervisor/recovery/coordinator/health and safety coordinator

Time required for casual or specialized labour at the scene to assist a tow truck driver or operator of a specialized vehicle, or to restore the condition of the roadway at the direction of police. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof. This rate does not apply to tow truck drivers, operators of specialized vehicles, or labour required for air cushions, roll-off bins, or lighting equipment at the scene.

per hour$500.00
Labour: Specialized labour, mechanic

Time required for casual or specialized labour at the scene to assist a tow truck driver or operator of a specialized vehicle, or to restore the condition of the roadway at the direction of police. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof. This rate does not apply to tow truck drivers, operators of specialized vehicles, or labour required for air cushions, roll-off bins, or lighting equipment at the scene.

per hour$500.00
Labour: Specialized labour, rigger

Time required for casual or specialized labour at the scene to assist a tow truck driver or operator of a specialized vehicle, or to restore the condition of the roadway at the direction of police. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof. This rate does not apply to tow truck drivers, operators of specialized vehicles, or labour required for air cushions, roll-off bins, or lighting equipment at the scene.

per hour$500.00
Third party services

The value entered must not exceed 115. Any of the following services required to deliver advanced towing services and provided to the operator by a third party: Additional tow trucks, Specialized vehicles, equipment or labour, Services to prepare the motor vehicle for towing, Additional labour, Services or equipment requested by emergency personnel.

percentage of cost115.00%
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle up to 4,536 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$6.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle from 4,536.1 kg to 11,793 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$8.00
Kilometres travelled, towed vehicle more than 11,793 kg GVWR

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per kilometre$10.00
Tolls and permits

The value entered must not exceed 100. Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

percentage of cost100.00%
Time of day premium

Must be same maximum rate as under basic towing services.

per event$400.00
Consumables

The value entered must not exceed 115. Must be same maximum rate as under intermediate towing services.

percentage of cost115.00%
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 75 tons or higher

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,500.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 70 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,400.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 65 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,300.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 60 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,200.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 55 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,100.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 50 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 45 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Tow Trucks: Rotator boom, 40 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 50 tons or higher

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$800.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 45 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$800.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 40 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$800.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 35 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$800.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 30 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$650.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 25 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$650.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 20 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$650.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 15 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$600.00
Tow Trucks: Fixed boom, 10 tons

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$600.00
Tow Trucks: Tow truck – no certified capacity, boom capacity less than 10 tons, or flatbed that can tilt to load

Time required for a tow truck driver to provide advanced towing services, based on the closest certified capacity of the tow truck. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,500.00
Equipment: Air cushions

Use of air cushions required at the scene. Rates include all related equipment and labour.

per event$15,000.00
Equipment: Lighting/light stand

Use of equipment required to illuminate the scene. Rates include all related equipment and labour.

per event$3,000.00
Equipment: Roll-off bin

Delivery and removal of a roll-off bin or similar waste container at the scene as required. Rates include all related equipment and labour.

per event$3,000.00
Specialized vehicles: Backhoe loader

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$750.00
Specialized vehicles: Front-end loader

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$750.00
Specialized vehicles: Fork-lift

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$750.00
Specialized vehicles: Skid-steer

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$750.00
Specialized vehicles: Underground extraction vehicle

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$1,000.00
Specialized vehicles: Dump truck

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$500.00
Specialized vehicles: Truck tractor

Time required for the operator of a specialized vehicle to provide advanced towing services, based on the type of vehicle. Rates include the use of the specialized vehicle and any necessary attachments. Charges are calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each 30-minute period or part thereof.

per hour$500.00

Vehicle storage at our yard, 360 Enford Rd, Richmond Hill

Outdoor Storage of Motor Vehicle

ServiceChargedMaximum
Outdoor storage, up to 6.5m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services, based on the length of the motor vehicle being stored. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$200.00
Outdoor storage, from 6.51 to 12.5 m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services, based on the length of the motor vehicle being stored. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$400.00
Outdoor storage, more than 12.5 m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services, based on the length of the motor vehicle being stored. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$800.00
Outdoor storage: Damaged electric vehicle storage up to 6.5 m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services for an electric vehicle with a damaged battery pack or related system that requires measures to prevent further damage. Where applicable, this rate applies instead of the standard outdoor storage rate. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$400.00
Outdoor storage: Damaged electric vehicle storage from 6.51 to 12.5 m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services for an electric vehicle with a damaged battery pack or related system that requires measures to prevent further damage. Where applicable, this rate applies instead of the standard outdoor storage rate. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$600.00
Outdoor storage: Damaged electric vehicle storage more than 12.5 m

Providing outdoor vehicle storage services for an electric vehicle with a damaged battery pack or related system that requires measures to prevent further damage. Where applicable, this rate applies instead of the standard outdoor storage rate. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$800.00
After-hours access

Providing access to or release of the stored motor vehicle when both these conditions are met: The storage yard facility is not open for business; and The time is outside of regular business hours.

per event$200.00

Indoor Storage of Motor Vehicle

ServiceChargedMaximum
Indoor storage, up to 6.5m

Providing indoor vehicle storage services, based on the length of the motor vehicle being stored. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$300.00
Indoor storage: Damaged electric vehicle storage up to 6.5 m

Providing indoor vehicle storage services for an electric vehicle with a damaged battery pack or related system that requires measures to prevent further damage. Where applicable, this rate applies instead of the standard indoor storage rate. Charges for the first calendar day are prorated on an hourly rate, calculated based on a one-hour minimum for the first hour, and then for each hour or part thereof. Charges for subsequent days are calculated based on the full daily rate for each day or part thereof.

per day$500.00
After-hours access

Must be same maximum rate as under outdoor vehicle storage.

per event$200.00