Draft 2026 Budget

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Five-Year Financial Plan adopted

Council adopted the 2026 to 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw with a budget increase of 6.638% for municipal taxes to fund current operations, address inflationary pressures, while supporting investments in public safety, building future reserves and providing needed capital projects to meet the needs of a growing community.

As part of the capital budget, the City of West Kelowna will invest $16.8 million for 59 capital projects for new, replacement and upgraded infrastructure. This includes new active transportation corridors, road rehabilitation, pedestrian infrastructure improvements, renewed parks and community amenities, essential fire equipment, and water and sewer infrastructure investments that help make West Kelowna a great place to live, work, and play.

Consultation Summary

Thank you to everyone who took part in our recent budget survey and shared feedback on the Draft 2026 Budget.

At the January 13, 2026 Regular Council Meeting, Council reviewed the 2026 Budget Consultation Summary Report.

Learn more:


As the City presents the Draft Five-Year Financial Plan (2026–2030) and the Draft 2026 Budget, community input is essential in helping Council balance the costs of delivering programs, services, and priorities that maintain a high quality of life in West Kelowna.

The budgeting process involves addressing challenges such as maintaining existing service levels, managing the demands of a rapidly growing community, and balancing the rising costs of inflation and interest rates.

Developing the budget requires thoughtful decision-making. Council values your feedback to guide investment decisions, ensuring they align with community priorities and support fiscal responsibility now and into the future.

Learn about the process, see how your City tax dollars are spent, and share what matters most to you – citywide and in your neighbourhood.

About the Budget

The City of West Kelowna's Draft 2026 Budget includes a Five-Year Operating Plan and a 10-Year Capital Plan.

The Draft 2026 Budget proposes a net increase of 7.6 per cent for municipal taxes.

For more information, please see Council Highlights from the Special Budget Meetings on Wednesday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4.

How to get involved:

Annual Budget Process


Five-Year Financial Plan adopted

Council adopted the 2026 to 2030 Financial Plan Bylaw with a budget increase of 6.638% for municipal taxes to fund current operations, address inflationary pressures, while supporting investments in public safety, building future reserves and providing needed capital projects to meet the needs of a growing community.

As part of the capital budget, the City of West Kelowna will invest $16.8 million for 59 capital projects for new, replacement and upgraded infrastructure. This includes new active transportation corridors, road rehabilitation, pedestrian infrastructure improvements, renewed parks and community amenities, essential fire equipment, and water and sewer infrastructure investments that help make West Kelowna a great place to live, work, and play.

Consultation Summary

Thank you to everyone who took part in our recent budget survey and shared feedback on the Draft 2026 Budget.

At the January 13, 2026 Regular Council Meeting, Council reviewed the 2026 Budget Consultation Summary Report.

Learn more:


As the City presents the Draft Five-Year Financial Plan (2026–2030) and the Draft 2026 Budget, community input is essential in helping Council balance the costs of delivering programs, services, and priorities that maintain a high quality of life in West Kelowna.

The budgeting process involves addressing challenges such as maintaining existing service levels, managing the demands of a rapidly growing community, and balancing the rising costs of inflation and interest rates.

Developing the budget requires thoughtful decision-making. Council values your feedback to guide investment decisions, ensuring they align with community priorities and support fiscal responsibility now and into the future.

Learn about the process, see how your City tax dollars are spent, and share what matters most to you – citywide and in your neighbourhood.

About the Budget

The City of West Kelowna's Draft 2026 Budget includes a Five-Year Operating Plan and a 10-Year Capital Plan.

The Draft 2026 Budget proposes a net increase of 7.6 per cent for municipal taxes.

For more information, please see Council Highlights from the Special Budget Meetings on Wednesday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4.

How to get involved:

Annual Budget Process


Share your thoughts or ask a question

Do you have a question or would you like to provide feedback about the Draft 2026 Budget? Submit your thoughts by Dec. 12, 2025 or submit a question related to the budgeting process and we'll get back to you within 2-3 business days.

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