Property taxes expected to rise again in '26

Last updated: Dec 1, 2025

Property taxes in Mississauga are split between two levels of government:

• City of Mississauga (municipal services, fire, libraries, recreation)

• Region of Peel (police, paramedics, housing, health, waste management, water/wastewater)

In recent years, the Regional portion has been the larger driver of increases, and the 2026 Regional budget reflects a 9.2% net tax-levy increase, which includes Peel Regional Police. With policing alone representing one of the largest single pressures in the Regional budget, this increase is expected to add a noticeable jump to every household’s tax bill.

At a Budget Meeting, hosted by Councillor Fonseca, November 27th, the audience was asked to assist the city by bringing their concerns to the provincial and federal government by advocating for more resources to fund the city, rather than forcing the city to increase taxes.  Comments from the audience included requesting the city to forge a budget in the same manor they would their household budget – spending within the expected revenue, which is the opposite of figuring out the expenses, then taxing accordingly.

How This Affects Mississauga Residents

Because approximately 47% of a Mississauga residential tax bill goes to the Region, the Region’s 9.2% levy increase translates to a substantial share of the overall 2026 increase. When combined with expected municipal pressures: operations, inflation, labour costs and infrastructure renewal. The total tax impact is projected to be around 6-7% for the average Mississauga homeowner.  Our initial estimates were in the 10% range.

What Residents Should Know

• The Region of Peel is the primary source of the 2026 increase.

• Peel Regional Police accounts for a significant portion of the Regional pressure.

• The City is working to manage its own budget, but municipal costs are also rising.

• Final numbers will be confirmed once Mississauga passes its 2026 budget early next year.

Bottom Line

Mississauga residents can expect a notable upward shift in their 2026 property taxes, with the overall increase likely to land near the 6-7% mark, driven largely by Regional services and policing requirements.  While Mississauga was given the nod to remove itself from Peel Region, this was repealed by the Ford government.  Now Mississauga is looking for ways to bring some services into the city, like some roads, waste and water.  The next step is to find a way to reduce policing costs by ensuring Brampton pays a greater share of the cost, rather than funding a separate police department.