Budget 2027

The District of Sooke is preparing for Budget 2027 and the 2027–2031 Five-Year Financial Plan.

Each year, the District updates its financial plan to guide how municipal services, infrastructure, programs, and projects are funded. This process involves balancing community priorities, service expectations, affordability, legislative requirements, and long-term financial sustainability.

Your input helps Council and staff better understand what matters most to residents as the District plans for the year ahead.

Help Shape Budget 2027 - Survey closed August 31, 2026. What We Heard Report available November 16, 2026.

Budget decisions affect the services residents rely on every day, including roads, parks and trails, fire rescue, policing, bylaw services, planning and development services, emergency management, infrastructure maintenance, and community programs.

Through the Budget 2027 engagement process, residents, businesses, and community partners are invited to share their perspectives on:

• Which municipal services matter most;
• How service levels should be balanced with affordability;
• Where the District should prioritize investment;
• What trade-offs should be considered;
• How the District might diversify revenue sources; and
• What information would help residents better understand municipal budgeting.

Feedback collected through this process will help inform Council’s discussions as the 2027–2031 Five-Year Financial Plan is developed.