09/03/2026
Calgary is staring down a proposed 20.2 per cent property tax hike for 2027, with 8.5 per cent, 9 per cent and 8.9 per cent increases to follow in subsequent years. 💸
The numbers, obtained by Global Calgary, have been called “mind-blowing” and “surreal.” Mayor Farkas says they’re not final and the council will ask tough questions, but some councillors are already sounding the alarm.
Coun. Dan McLean said he was “shocked” and predicted taxpayers will be “outraged.” Coun. Landon Johnston says “this council is supposed to be different. Now is the opportunity to show we’re different.”
The city council narrowly voted for a 15 per cent hike next year, followed by 12.5 per cent in 2028, 9 per cent in 2029 and 6 per cent in 2030, still triggering the gag reflex for many.
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