Vancouver 2026 City Budget
Official title: City of Vancouver 2026 Budget
Why This Matters
Live in Vancouver? This budget decides how much you pay in property taxes and what services you get in return. It affects everything from how often your street gets plowed to whether your local community centre stays open. If you think the city should spend more on housing or less on something else, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
Council will vote on the final 2026 budget on November 25. This sets property tax rates, determines funding levels for police, fire, parks, and transit, and decides which capital projects move forward. Service levels could increase or decrease depending on Council's priorities.
Key Issues
- How should the city balance property tax increases against service levels?
- Which city services should receive more or less funding?
- What capital projects should be prioritized?
How to Participate
- Review the Proposed 2026 Budget to understand what's being proposed.
- Read the 2026 Budget Engagement Summary Report to see what other residents said.
- Contact Mayor and Council directly to share your feedback before the final vote on November 25.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 12, 2025 9:30 AM PST | Council Discussion: Proposed 2026 Budget | — | |
| November 25, 2025 9:30 AM PST | Council Vote: Final 2026 Budget | — |
What Happened
The public input phase ran from August 12 to September 14, 2025, through an online survey and pop-up events across the city. Feedback has been compiled into a public report that was shared with Council for their 2026 Budget discussions.