Budget and Financial Reports

Affordability and sustainability are two key elements of Niagara Region's budget strategy.

We strive to maintain a balance between providing the programs and services residents rely on, while ensuring we can afford to pay for them, and have money to fund future infrastructure and program needs.

Annual budget summary

Our annual budget summary highlights operating and capital budgets from previous years.

Contact

For more information or to request financial information from previous years, email Finance.

Council Strategic Priorities

Learn about the 2023-2026 priorities that staff will focus on to support our community needs.

Financial reports

2024 Financial updates

Full analysis and explanation of the rate, special levy and general levy supported programs are provided as of June, September and December each year. They include actual and forecasted operating results

The report also provides updates on capital project reporting, reserves and deferred revenue, investments, debt, accounts receivable and an unaudited consolidated statement of financial position.

These documents are designed with accessible features outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 standards. However, parts of the documents may not be easy to use for people with limited vision, blindness, or mobility issues that make it hard to use a mouse. It also has some features that might not work well for everyone. If you need a document in a more accessible format or help understanding it, contact us.

Past annual reports

Our annual financial report provides an overview of our financial position, including audited financial statements and statistical information.

The report also shows major accomplishments achieved through the efforts of Regional Council, staff, local municipalities and partners.

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