2026 Budget

Thank you for participating! Public consultation on the 2026-2030 Draft Financial Plan is now closed. You can now read the What We Heard Report, which highlights key feedback from the survey and Open House events.

Help shape the future of Vernon

As we continue planning for the 2026 Budget, we asked our community to help guide important decisions about how the City allocates its resources.

Developing the 2026 budget is part of the City's five-year financial plan to maintain and improve municipal services and support Council's Strategic Plan.

Round 1: Community Feedback

In May 2025, we asked the community to share their priorities to help guide the preparation of the Draft 2026 Budget. To learn more about what we learned from the first round of engagement, read the What We Heard Report.

Round 2: Community Feedback

Results of what we learned from the community as part of the online survey and in-person Open Houses is now available. Read the What We Heard Report, which highlights key feedback from the survey and Open House events.

Key dates

  • November 10: Draft 2026 Budget is shared and Round 2 of engagement begins
  • November 10-24: Survey open
  • Open Houses
    • November 18 - Silverstar Brewing, 2933a 30th Ave
      3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • November 19 - City Hall, Council Chambers, 3400 30th Street
      11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • December 1: Budget deliberations with Council
  • January 2026: Financial Plan Bylaw is brought forward to Council for consideration

About the budget

Near the end of each year, Council reviews, discusses and debates the annual operating and capital budget proposed by staff for the next calendar year. Prior to the budget deliberation meetings, staff review each department and prepares recommendations for potential adjustments. Council then reviews the recommendations, and the feedback provided by members of the public, to make informed decisions.

Your feedback matters

Getting involved and providing your input will help shape the direction of Vernon in 2026 and tell us what matters most to you—whether it's parks, roads, public safety, community services, or something else. Get involved today!

Thank you for participating! Public consultation on the 2026-2030 Draft Financial Plan is now closed. You can now read the What We Heard Report, which highlights key feedback from the survey and Open House events.

Help shape the future of Vernon

As we continue planning for the 2026 Budget, we asked our community to help guide important decisions about how the City allocates its resources.

Developing the 2026 budget is part of the City's five-year financial plan to maintain and improve municipal services and support Council's Strategic Plan.

Round 1: Community Feedback

In May 2025, we asked the community to share their priorities to help guide the preparation of the Draft 2026 Budget. To learn more about what we learned from the first round of engagement, read the What We Heard Report.

Round 2: Community Feedback

Results of what we learned from the community as part of the online survey and in-person Open Houses is now available. Read the What We Heard Report, which highlights key feedback from the survey and Open House events.

Key dates

  • November 10: Draft 2026 Budget is shared and Round 2 of engagement begins
  • November 10-24: Survey open
  • Open Houses
    • November 18 - Silverstar Brewing, 2933a 30th Ave
      3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • November 19 - City Hall, Council Chambers, 3400 30th Street
      11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • December 1: Budget deliberations with Council
  • January 2026: Financial Plan Bylaw is brought forward to Council for consideration

About the budget

Near the end of each year, Council reviews, discusses and debates the annual operating and capital budget proposed by staff for the next calendar year. Prior to the budget deliberation meetings, staff review each department and prepares recommendations for potential adjustments. Council then reviews the recommendations, and the feedback provided by members of the public, to make informed decisions.

Your feedback matters

Getting involved and providing your input will help shape the direction of Vernon in 2026 and tell us what matters most to you—whether it's parks, roads, public safety, community services, or something else. Get involved today!

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded. Thank you to everyone who participated.

    CLOSED: Round 2 survey

    Thank you for taking the time to share your input! As we prepare for final deliberations on the Draft 2026 Budget, we want to hear from you. This survey is part of our second round of public engagement and is designed to gather community feedback on the draft budget. Your responses will help guide decisions that shape the future of our city.

    The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. All questions are optional, and responses can be submitted anonymously. Before you begin, we encourage you to review the 2026-2030 Draft Financial Plan.

    At the end of the survey, you can choose to enter a draw for a $150 gift card to a local business.

    Final deliberations on the 2026 Budget will take place on December 1 in Council Chambers. Community members are welcome to attend.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    CLOSED: Round 1 survey

    Thank you for sharing your input during the first round of engagement. Read the results of What We Heard.

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