Budget

The municipal budget process begins in the fall of each calendar year. This process includes a review of the taxation policy, fees and charges, grants to community groups, service level requirements, 10-year capital forecast, operating and capital requirements.

2026 Budget

Mayor Natasha Salonen, using the authority available under strong mayor powers and in collaboration with corporate leadership, has engaged KPMG to lead the development of the Township's 2026 budget and a long-term financial plan. Read our media release for full details.

Public Input Opportunity

Residents had an opportunity to share budget ideas and priorities at a Special Council Meeting on November 10, 2025. View a copy of the agenda, including a report outlining guiding principles for the 2026 budget.

2025 Budget

The 2025 municipal budget was approved by Township Council on February 24, 2025. Details about the budget are available in the Council meeting agenda and minutes.

View a breakdown of the approved 2025 operating budget.

10-Year Capital Forecast

The 10-Year Capital Forecast has been a component of the Township's annual budget process since 2006. In that time, the forecast has proved to be an effective exercise in the overall capital planning process. In 2007, staff formalized a Capital Planning Framework to guide departments in setting priorities for their respective capital submissions.

The 10-Year Capital Forecast is a "living document" with revisions occurring annually. These revisions are generally the result of:

Infrastructure stimulus programs
Needs studies and analysis
Resource availability
Inflationary adjustments

In addition to the 10-Year Capital Forecast, the Township actively analyzes and updates our comprehensive Asset Management Plan, to ensure capital planning is aligned with long-term needs. The Township is currently undertaking a multi-year asset management roadmap to build a culture of Asset Management across the organization.

The most recent update to the 10-Year Capital Forecast was completed in 2024:

Past Budgets

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