Rosemère Town Council has formally adopted its 2026 municipal budget, following a special council meeting held on December 8. The budget outlines the municipality’s financial priorities for the coming year and reflects what officials describe as a cautious and forward looking approach to fiscal management.
Presented by Mayor Marie Elaine Pitre, the 2026 budget includes an operating budget of $43,567,000. For the average residential property owner, the general property tax will increase by three percent. Residential taxpayers will also contribute an average of $54 toward the infrastructure fund, representing approximately 1.5 percent of the overall tax bill
Municipal officials cited several factors that shaped the budget, including the tax shift associated with the 2024 to 2026 assessment roll and increased financial contributions to partner organizations. Among these is a five percent increase in Rosemère’s contribution to the Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain, resulting in a 0.5 percent increase in the special public transit tax.
To address the impact of assessment changes, the town has introduced a revised tax strategy for non residential properties. The new two tiered structure is intended to reduce the burden on smaller businesses affected by rising property values
The budget also includes measures aimed at long term environmental and financial sustainability. An annual allocation of $100,000 has been set aside to create a climate resilience fund, and a new progressive water pricing system has been introduced to encourage responsible water use. The pricing applies to consumption exceeding a base threshold of 40,000 imperial gallons, with certain exemptions.
In addition, Rosemère has adopted a five year capital plan, replacing the previous three year framework. Municipal leaders say this change will allow for better project sequencing, improved access to funding, and greater flexibility in adjusting priorities as needed.
Detailed budget documents are available on the Town of Rosemère’s website.
