Get ready for 2025 Town Budget: Key dates and resources to help you prepare

As the town sets to release the staff-prepared draft of the 2025 Budget for public review on October 22 and 24, 2024, the community is encouraged to explore the following resources and get ready to engage in the discussions that will help shape Oakville’s future. 

• Watch the video on the Budget Basics page to learn about operating and capital budget, how the town collects and uses tax dollars
• Mark your calendar with key dates available on the Budget Process page
• Familiarize yourself with the Budget Decision Flowchart (pdf) as this is the second town budget that follows this process based on the Bill 3, Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022  
• Visit the Strategic Plan page for priorities that form the focus of the 2025 Budget 
• Browse the Oakville Data Hub page for a snapshot of growth trends and how the town is performing on various key metrics  

The budget priorities are guided by the Strategic Plan aimed at providing high-quality programs, services and infrastructure to create a more vibrant Oakville.  

At the Budget Committee meeting held on September 26, 2024, Ward 5 Town Councillor Marc Grant was appointed as Chair, and Ward 6 Town and Regional Councillor Tom Adams appointed as Vice Chair of the 2025 Budget Committee. Staff were also asked to report back to Budget Committee on October 22 and 24, 2024 on a number of topics, including building permit timelines, parking studies and transit enhancements, along with priorities identified in the Strategic Plan. 

Questions or comments about the 2025 Budget can be directed to budget@oakville.ca.