Budget 2026

Bradford West Gwillimbury Council adopted the 2026 budget on December 18, 2025, reflecting a 3.71% total increase paid via annual property taxes.

Please Note: Increases are not reflected on the interim tax bill issued on February 2 but will be reflected on the final tax bill issued on June 1, 2026.

Where do your tax dollars go?

Only about 40 per cent of all tax dollars stay with the Town of BWG to pay for Town services, the Public Library, and capital infrastructure projects. The remaining 60 per cent goes to South Simcoe Police Service, County of Simcoe, and education (via the Province) to cover the Town of BWG’s portion of their respective budget.

For every dollar that stays with the Town...

• 12¢ goes to the BWG Public Library and Cultural Centre

• 19¢ goes to Fire and Emergency Services

• 28¢ goes to Infrastructure Services including roads, transit, asset management, and capital projects

• 12¢ goes to General Administration including, Clerks, Finance, HR, IT, Enforcement, Legal, and Economic Development

• 29¢ goes to Recreation and Cultural Services including parks, recreation programs, events, and facilities.

Investing in the community

Key operating investments in the 2026 Budget include:

• Increased funding to the South Simcoe Police Service
• Funding to launch a Red Light Camera (RLC) program
• Increased investment in infrastructure maintenance and replacement
• Funding for an initial assessment to develop a Gravel Roads Paving Program
• Funding to improve illumination at additional rural road intersections

Budget Process and Timeline