Budget and Finances

The Town of Fort Erie delivers a wide range of programs and services to our growing community. The annual budget distributes our resources appropriately to support a high quality of life for residents and businesses that align with our strategic plan. Our financial planning and budgeting process reflects our commitment to financial stability and transparency.

How does the budget process work?

How your Municipal Budget Works Video

What is the Operating budget?

The operating budget accounts for the cost of operating day-to-day services and programs in the Town including:

Fire and Emergency services
Town Facilities (e.g., Library and Town Hall)
Recreation programs
Road maintenance
Debt payments and transfers to reserves

What is the Water and Wastewater Operating budget?

The Water and Wastewater operating budget accounts for the cost of operating the day-to-day deliver of safe drinking water to residents and removes wastewater.

What is the Capital budget?

The capital budget consists of larger investments that help us prepare for our community's future growth and renewing old assets. Examples of capital expenses may include:

Infrastructure development, building and construction projects (e.g. building new roads, sidewalks multi-use paths, and bridges)
Park and greenspace improvements
Fleet expansion and maintenance (e.g. purchasing new fire trucks and snow plows)

2025 Budget

2025 Capital Budget (CBC-01-2025)

2024 Budget

2024 Budget Meeting and By-law Dates

Presentation - General Levy Budget

Presentation - Capital Budget
Presentation - WWW Budget

2023 Budget

Budget files below are available upon request - please call 905-871-1600

Capital Budget

Operating Budget

Presentation

Presentation - Capital Budget