BRAMPTON, ON – The City of Brampton is launching its 2026 Budget public engagement process, providing residents, businesses and community stakeholders with opportunities to share feedback and priorities as Mayor Brown prepares the proposed budget.
Community input remains an important part of the City’s annual budget development process and helps inform investments supporting Brampton as a great place to live, work and grow.
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We’re grateful to work alongside a strong network of ecosystem partners and organizations that continue to support business growth, talent development and inclusive economic opportunity across Brampton and beyond — including Afro Caribbean Business Network Foundation Canada, Algoma University, Altitude Accelerator, Amazon, Amir Quality Meats Inc., Belmont Food Group, Brampton Board of Trade, Brampton Community & Economic Empowerment Network (BCEEN), CIBC, and EllisDon.
We also recognize the contributions of The Food Quotient, Focalpoint Communications, Gray Matter Health, Hope Endoors, Italpasta, Lactalis Canada, Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment, Mobile Climate Control, PaySprint Inc., Peel District School Board, Peel Regional Police, Regeneration Outreach Community, Rotary International District 7080, Royal Danish Consulate, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, Sheridan College, SHW Pumps & Engine Components Inc, Skills For Life, and The Black Women Collective, all playing a role in strengthening our local economy and innovation ecosystem.
Public engagement opportunities
The Mayor, other Members of Council and City staff will host a series of engagement activities throughout January 2026 to gather feedback from residents and businesses.
Budget 2026 Document Now Available: City of Brampton | Budget | 2026 Brampton Budget
The City of Brampton Economic Development Office recently hosted the 2026 Budget Business Virtual Roundtable as part of the City’s broader public engagement process for Budget 2026.
Brampton businesses and entrepreneurs took part in a focused discussion with City staff and Members of Council, sharing feedback on the proposed 2026 Budget and key priorities related to economic growth, competitiveness, and the local business environment. The session created an opportunity for participants to ask questions and offer perspectives that will help inform ongoing budget deliberations.
Residents and businesses are encouraged to continue participating in the Budget 2026 engagement process through upcoming Ward Coffee Chats and the Telephone Town Hall.
🔗 Learn more about Budget 2026 and how to get involved:
www.brampton.ca/budget
Business Roundtable
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 9:30 to 11 am
Format: Virtual
Details: Hosted in collaboration with Finance, the Mayor’s Office, Councillor Toor, the Chair of Economic Development and Vice Chair, Councillor Santos to gather feedback from Brampton’s business community.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/city-of-brampton-budget-2026-business-virtual-roundtable-tickets-1977727025773?aff=oddtdtcreator
Brampton’s continued success depends on strong collaboration between the City and its business community. This roundtable is an important opportunity to ensure local voices help shape the policies and investments that support a resilient, inclusive, and competitive economy.
Registration is encouraged for all Brampton businesses and entrepreneurs interested in participating in the conversation.
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Budget development process and timeline
The proposed 2026 Budget will be released on Friday, January 9, 2026, accompanied by a press conference and news release.
Public delegations and Council deliberations will take place between January 19 and 27, 2026.
Final budget adoption is scheduled for a Special Council Meeting on January 27, 2026.
Following the release of the proposed budget, Council will consider the budget in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, including provisions related to Council amendments and mayoral veto authority.
Following budget adoption, the City will launch a public education campaign featuring videos and digital content from the Mayor and Members of Council to help residents better understand the approved 2026 Budget and key investments.
The City of Brampton’s annual budget process is supported by a comprehensive communications and engagement approach, including public meetings, telephone town halls, digital engagement, news releases, social media and the City’s budget website.
More information about the 2026 Budget, including engagement opportunities and materials, will be available at brampton.ca/budget.
About the City of Brampton
As one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, Brampton is home to 800,000 people and more than 122,000 businesses. People are at the heart of everything we do. We are energized by our diverse communities, we attract investment, and we are embarking on a journey to lead technological and environmental innovation. We partner for progress to build a healthy city that is safe, sustainable, and successful. Visit brampton.ca to learn more.
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