We are currently working on a comprehensive update to our development contribution tools. The 2026 Financing Growth Update Council report PDF file (4.6 MB) with the proposed changes is included on the July 14, 2026, agenda. This update will:
- Incorporate updated growth projections and capital programs
- Recalibrate rates based on economic testing to reflect current market conditions
- Comply with recent provincial legislation
Development contribution tools under review
- Development Cost Levies: Consider adding new eligible spending categories (fire, police, and solid waste) and recalibrate rates
- Amenity Cost Charges: Introduce new tool to fund amenities (for example, community centres, libraries, and other amenities)
- Density Bonus Zoning: Comply with legislative changes
- Inclusionary Zoning: Introduce new tool to deliver affordable housing
- Community Amenity Contribution Policy: Reduce use as new tools are implemented
Timeline
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June 2025
Project kick-off
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September 2025
Updated growth projections
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October 2025
Review of service levels
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November 2025
Preliminary capital programs
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January 2026
Stakeholder engagement round 1
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March/April 2026
Updated capital programs, rate calculations
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May 2026
- Economic testing results, stakeholder engagement round 2
- Compliance report - Density bonusing (Referral)
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We are here
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June 2026
Compliance report – Density bonusing (Public hearing)
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July 2026
Council approval
Contact us
Email: [email protected]