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:

• Read the Draft Five-Year Financial Plan
• Review the Display Boards
• Ask a question
• Drop by our Community Open House to speak to staff
  • Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 4-7 p.m. at Council Chambers, 3731 Old Okanagan Hwy
• Request an engagement toolkit at City Hall to submit your feedback on paper
  
  

Annual Budget Process