Budget 2026: Pointe-Claire Presents a Balanced and Responsible Budget

The Mayor of the City of Pointe-Claire, Mr. John Belvedere, along with the members of City Council, adopted the 2026 Budget at a Special Meeting held on Tuesday, January 20. Following a rigorous review process, the City is presenting a balanced and responsible budget that reflects the current economic context and Pointe-Claire’s strategic investment priorities.

“The budget process is always a significant challenge, especially when certain factors are beyond our control. We are aware that our decisions have a direct impact on the daily lives of residents. Once again this year, the City has had to contend with a sharp and unexplained increase of more than 17% in the agglomeration charges payable. In this context, we are proud to present a balanced and well-considered budget that aligns with our priorities,” stated Mr. Belvedere.

Highlights

The 2026 budget for the City of Pointe-Claire increases from $191.5 million to $210.1 million, which represents a difference of $18.6 million or 9.7%. Several factors contribute to this increase, the main one being the share of the Montreal agglomeration charge allocated to Pointe-Claire, which is again growing by $15 million (more than 17%). Details on this matter are provided further in this document.

The growth in operational expenses is mainly due to rising contract costs, particularly for snow removal, waste management, building maintenance, and payroll (social charges and compensation).

In 2026, the average municipal tax increase for residential properties will be 3.0%, which corresponds to the level of inflation observed in the Montréal metropolitan region. This represents an increase of $140 on the tax bill for an average-valued home.

All efforts are being made to ensure responsible and rigorous management of expenses under the control of the municipal administration, so that they contribute to maintaining and improving the quality of services provided to the residents of Pointe-Claire.

Additionally, in September, the municipal council adopted a 2026 three-year capital program of $36,545,000 to improve infrastructure, support major projects, and enhance municipal offerings for all citizens.

View the Budget Guide and Presentation