BRAMPTON, ON (January 9, 2026) — The City of Brampton has released its proposed 2026 Budget, with Mayor Patrick Brown emphasizing fiscal responsibility, public safety, and long-term investments to support the city’s continued growth.
The proposed budget includes an operating budget of $340.4 million and a capital budget of $1.0385 billion. A 1.5 per cent increase to the City’s portion of the property tax levy would keep Brampton’s per-capita tax rate at $1,516, among the lowest in the Greater Toronto Area and well below the GTA average of $1,819, according to the 2025 BMA Municipal Study. The budget also proposes a record $163 million in reserves, aimed at strengthening long-term financial sustainability.
Key priorities outlined in the 2026 Budget include:
- Health Care: Continuation of the one per cent hospital levy to support completion of Brampton’s second full-service hospital at Peel Memorial.
- Public Safety: Investments in enforcement and prevention, including new bylaw officers, property standards officers, firefighters, and fire prevention staff, alongside increased fines for violations.
- Recreation and Community Infrastructure: Ongoing investment in parks, recreation facilities, and neighbourhood amenities to promote healthy and active lifestyles.
- Economic Growth and Innovation: Funding to advance the Brampton Innovation District, including support for BHive’s AI training for small and medium-sized businesses, the Brampton Venture Zone, and Cybersecure Catalyst to attract jobs and new investment.
- Arts and Culture: Expanded cultural programming, support for artists, enhancements at Historic Bovaird House, preparations for The Rose Theatre’s 20th anniversary, and approximately $1 million annually for sector development through the Brampton Arts Organization.
- Environmental Sustainability: Investments in energy efficiency, wetland restoration, tree planting, and climate resilience initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Budget deliberations will take place between January 19 and 27, 2026, with final approval expected at a Special Council meeting on January 27. Residents and businesses are invited to participate through public consultations, including ward coffee chats, business and arts roundtables, and a citywide telephone town hall.
“The 2026 Budget focuses on keeping Brampton’s neighbourhoods safe, delivering reliable services, and making thoughtful investments that support families and communities across the city,” Mayor Brown said. “With a proposed 1.5 per cent increase on the City’s portion of the tax bill, we are protecting taxpayers while continuing to invest in public safety, essential services, and community spaces.”
Residents can review the proposed budget and provide feedback online at brampton.ca/budget or by attending one of the scheduled public engagement sessions.