Mississauga opens public consultations on proposed 2026 Budget focused on affordability and value

Mississauga 2026 Budget opens for public feedback

MISSISSAUGA, ON — The City of Mississauga has officially launched its proposed 2026–2029 Business Plan and 2026 Budget, inviting residents, businesses and community groups to provide feedback as the City works to balance affordability with service delivery amid rising costs.

The proposed budget outlines how Mississauga plans to fund more than 200 municipal programs and services—from transit and libraries to snow clearing, parks and emergency services—while responding to taxpayer concerns about the cost of living.

City staff say a strong emphasis was placed on finding efficiencies and savings to limit the tax impact. Through deferred expenses, budget reductions and revenue increases, the City identified $17.4 million in savings, helping limit the proposed 2026 budget increase to 2.33 per cent.

If approved, Mississauga’s portion of the property tax increase would be 1.61 per cent. When combined with the Region of Peel’s proposed 3.60 per cent increase, the overall residential property tax increase for 2026 would be 5.21 per cent—approximately four per cent lower than the increase approved for 2025.

Temporary levy reductions proposed

As part of the proposed budget, City staff are recommending a one-year reduction in the Capital Infrastructure and Debt Repayment Levy, lowering it from three per cent to one per cent, while still maintaining critical infrastructure repairs.

A one-year pause is also proposed for the one per cent Public Safety Fire Program levy, providing additional short-term relief for taxpayers.

Mayor Carolyn Parrish said the approach reflects the City’s commitment to fiscal responsibility during challenging economic conditions.

“Mississauga’s 2026 Budget places taxpayers at the heart of our efforts to find cost savings, deliver the high-quality programs that our residents rely on and take a purposeful pause on non-essential investments,” Parrish said. “City Council is committed to saving every dollar possible while making solid spending decisions.”

How Mississauga plans its budget

Mississauga uses a multi-year planning model that includes the current budget year (2026), a three-year operating forecast (2027–2029) and a 10-year capital plan (2026–2035). City officials say this approach allows for long-term planning while remaining flexible to economic and social changes.

From every property tax dollar collected, the City retains 37 cents, while 48 cents goes to the Region of Peel and 15 cents is allocated to the Province of Ontario for education.

Mississauga’s share supports a wide range of services and capital projects, including new hybrid buses, road rehabilitation, expanded winter maintenance, flood prevention programs, fire and emergency services, recreation programming, and the construction of major facilities such as the Glenforest Youth Hub and new fire stations in Lorne Park and Lakeview.

Public input encouraged

Residents are encouraged to review the proposed budget and share their feedback through multiple channels. Budget Committee meetings will be held at Mississauga City Hall on January 12, 13, 19 and 20, with opportunities for residents to speak in person or watch via live stream.

Feedback can also be submitted by emailing budget@mississauga.ca, calling 311, or contacting the Mayor or local ward councillor directly.

Following committee discussions, the final budget—including any amendments—will be considered by City Council on January 28, 2026.

The full proposed 2026–2029 Business Plan and Budget, along with background resources, is available at mississauga.ca/budget.

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