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Accountability and Transparency
Accountability and Transparency
The budget is the City's plan for the year (January - December) expressed in dollars. Service delivery is decided based on public feedback, input from administration, needs of the community, the City's strategic plans and Council priorities. Each year, City Council approves the budget made up of two parts:
This provides for the many services for Yorkton residents including: Fire, Police, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, the Gallagher Centre, Engineering, Planning, Public Works, Landfill, Garbage and Waterworks.
Funding is primarily from property taxes and user fees, including utility charges.
This provides for replacing, maintaining and building new assets and infrastructure, including: facilities, roads, drainage, outdoor facilities, pathways, the airport, transit buses, fleet vehicles and equipment, etc.
Funding is from property taxes, reserves, grants, debt, and land development charges.
Proposed on January 7, 2026
2026 Proposed Budget
The 2026 proposed budget includes a 3.85% increase for: general operations (2.75%) and capital (1.10%). Projects for both 2026 and 2027 capital are included as well. View the budget package below and submit your feedback.
Before budget is approved, the City welcomes public feedback. To submit any comments or questions regarding the proposed budget package, please use the feedback form below. Responses will be presented to Council at the January 26, 2026 Regular Council Meeting.
2026 Proposed Tax Dollar Breakdown
Learn How the Budget Process Works
Fiscal Year: Jan 1 - Dec 31
Each year, our financial statements are audited by an independent accounting firm. These statements are prepared in accordance with Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards and show our operational performance and financial position.
To operate the City, we must pay for wages, supplies, and contracted services. Every year we report all council remuneration, salaries, grants, and payments to suppliers in excess of $50,000.
Physical copies can also be purchased at City Hall for $10.00 per copy.
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37 Third Avenue North, Yorkton
Saskatchewan, Canada S3N 2W3
