New Council Can Chart New Course for City Budget
November 21, 2025
Saskatoon Civic Budget 2026/2027 Wrap-Up
December 3, 2025
City Council is now halfway through this year’s budget deliberations and the Chamber continues to highlight what rising, above-average property tax and utility increases mean for Saskatoon’s residents, employers, and overall affordability.
City Council is now halfway through this year’s budget deliberations and the Chamber continues to highlight what rising, above-average property tax and utility increases mean for Saskatoon’s residents, employers, and overall affordability.
To support this conversation, we’ve released a new Pocket Guide that brings together the facts, trends, and practical insights shaping this year’s debate, grounded in what our members are experiencing on the ground. It’s a quick, accessible way to understand where spending has been heading, why sustainability matters, and what actions can help refocus City Hall on value, efficiency, and growth.
We’ve also produced a short explainer video to help members understand the pressures facing the 2026/27 budget and why a new approach is needed.
Watch the video here
With much more deliberation ahead, we’ll continue reminding Council that this isn’t just about numbers on a bill, it’s about people, jobs, competitiveness, and the long-term health of our city’s economy. Stay tuned for more updates as the process unfolds.