The smart fortwo takes up much less room, and uses much less fuel, than the average vehicle. So it would make perfect sense for smart fortwo drivers to gain special park privileges, right?

Absolutely. Introducing smartmove parking -- discounted rates and designated parking spots for environmentally friendly cars like the smart fortwo.

Currently, smartmove parking is available in Vancouver, Kelowna, and Duncan, B.C. and at IKEA stores across Canada. Additional locations are planned.
Microcar parking spots in Duncan, B.C.
In Duncan, smart fortwo drivers can park in any of the city's 10 convenient microcar spots. Up close and personal.
ECO PASS parking in Kelowna, B.C.
The City of Kelowna offers free parking for environmentally friendly cars in the city's metered parking spots. An ECO PASS is required. For more information, contact the City of Kelowna.
Preferred parking at IKEA.
Two parking spots at each IKEA store in Canada are reserved for customers driving fuel-efficient vehicles (fuel consumption < 6.5L/100km). To find an IKEA near you, please visit www.IKEA.ca for store locations.
[1] Vehicle may not be exactly as shown. Some vehicles may be shown with optional equipment or equipment not available in Canada.