As of May 1, 2025, the Province of Ontario expanded strong mayor powers for several municipalities in Ontario, including the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. In accordance with the Municipal Act, the Mayor is responsible for preparing and proposing a budget to Council before February 1st of each year. The proposed budget can be amended by a resolution of Council.
Please visit our Strong Mayor Powers page to learn more about strong mayor powers and for the 2026 Capital and Operating Budget Mayoral Directive.
2026 Budget
Preparation of the 2026 Capital and Operating Budget Timeline
Staff Initiated Public Engagement Open House
Draft Budget Presented to Mayor by Treasurer
Budget Distributed to Members of Council by Mayor
Budget Public Meeting
Special Meeting of Council – Budget Workshop and Public Commenting
2026 Budget Deemed Adopted
September 24, 2025
October 27, 2025
November 3, 2026
November 12, 2025
November 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
2026 Proposed Budget
In accordance with Ontario Regulation 530/22, the Proposed 2026 Budget was provided to Members of Council and to the Clerk and was made publicly available on November 3, 2025. A Special Council Meeting was held on November 26, 2025 to discuss and make amendments to the budget. After a 1-day veto period (See Strong Mayor’s Power page), the Budget was deemed adopted on December 4, 2025. With a tax rate of 2.45%, $8.92 for an average home assessed at $500,000 by MPAC, this budget sets the stage for significant community improvements while maintaining a responsible approach to taxation.
Key Projects
• Road Improvements: Reconstructing Concession Road 2, Resurfacing Adjala Sideroad 10 and Tosorontio Sideroad 5, and converting Concession Road 3 Adjala to tar and chip.
• Bridge Replacement: Bridge 11 will be replaced to ensure safe and reliable transportation.
• Park Upgrades: Investments in local parks to improve amenities for families and visitors.
• Pickleball Courts: New courts at Decker Street and Haley Park, responding to growing community interest in this popular sport.
For complete details regarding the final capital projects and operating enhancements please review the 2026 Final Budget Book.
