Budget 2026 maintains high service levels and prioritizing capital

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November 24, 2025

Budget 2026 maintains high service levels and prioritizing capital Calculator with word "budget" on screen with bus, pool, fire truck and homes in background

With a focus on maintaining existing assets and service levels, today Strathcona County Administration began presenting Council with the proposed 2026 budget which includes a 5.18 per cent municipal tax revenue increase for 2026. This increase is inclusive of the final year of the 2 per cent recreation levy Council approved in 2023. 

"We are committed to maintaining high-quality service levels for our community," says Jennifer Cannon, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Corporate Services and CFO. " Given the current economic environment, it’s more important than ever to prioritize our Capital Plan to ensure we meet future needs while safeguarding fiscal responsibility.” 

With a proposed 5.18 per cent municipal tax revenue adjustment in 2026, the estimated impact for a typical residence assessed at $475,000 would be about $116 per year, or roughly $10 per month. For a commercial property assessed at $1.98 million, the estimated impact is around $1,093 annually, or $91 per month. Strathcona County is proud to offer the region’s most competitive municipal tax rates with the highest service levels, ensuring residents and businesses continued value for their dollar.  

Watch budget meetings to stay informed about budget considerations, the rationale behind decisions and final outcomes. Follow along with the budget documents publicly posted today to the County’s website at strathcona.ca/budget. 

Join us in Council Chamber or online for the 2026 budget meetings:   

  • Nov. 24, 26, 27; Dec. 1, 3;   

  • Dec. 5 and 16 (if required)  

Have your say during the budget 2026 public hearing in Council Chamber on Dec. 1, 2025, at 5 p.m. Register to speak by going to Strathcona.ca/councilmeetings. If you have questions about speaking, email legislativeofficer@strathcona.ca or call 780-464-8014.  

Following Council’s budget meeting deliberations the 2026 budget will be approved. Go to strathcona.ca/budget for more information.  

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780-410-6595 

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