The Thunder Bay City Council finalized the 2026 municipal operating budget on February 3, 2026, in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This plan establishes a 4 per cent municipal tax levy increase to fund local services and infrastructure projects throughout the city.
While the City Administration originally aimed for a lower increase of 2.6 per cent, the final budget was adjusted to meet current financial pressures. The total amount of funding supported by taxes will be $526.6 million for the year.
Total city spending for 2026, including both the operating and capital budgets, is set at $638.7 million. These funds will be used to maintain day-to-day operations and support strategic growth goals within the community.
The budget was officially approved following a series of public meetings where residents provided their feedback on how city money should be spent. This final decision sets the official tax rates and service levels that residents can expect for the remainder of 2026.
