2026 Budget

Each year, the City of Quinte West undertakes an annual budget process to create budgets that support city operations and deliver the programs, services and facilities we enjoy in our community.

The Budget is more than dollars and cents. It is a financial plan that outlines the estimated revenue and expenses needed to fund the day-to-day costs of delivering services such as fire protection, park maintenance, economic development services and community events, as well as long-term investments such as renewing existing roadways, renovating City buildings and arenas, and buying equipment used to provide services.

Through the annual budget process, choices are made to ensure that the City services provided to residents align with the priorities in the City of Quinte West's Strategic Plan. Quinte West City Council will review and approve the 2026 Budget and direction for City service delivery and planning.

Share your ideas and priorities at the bottom of this page to help guide the City of Quinte West’s 2026 Budget.

Looking for other ways to engage during the 2026 Budget process? Find more ways to have your say below:

• Learn more about the municipal budget process at quintewest.ca/budget.
• Contact members of Quinte West Council here.
• Email the City's Corporate Services staff at budget@quintewest.ca.
• Attend the 2-day Special Budget Meeting in-person (details below).

Questions about this engagement platform can be directed to communityengagement@quintewest.ca.

Key budget dates

• Dec. 10 - 11, 2025 - Special Budget Meeting (2-day meeting)
  • Location: Quinte West Council Chambers - 7 Creswell Dr., Trenton, ON K8V 5R6.
  • The proposed 2026 Budget Book and meeting agenda are available to the community and Council for review ahead of the Dec. 10 - 11 Special Budget Meeting. More details to come.

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