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REPORT TO: Finance and Corporate Services Committee
DATE OF MEETING: November 24, 2025
SUBMITTED BY: Ryan Hagey, Director of Financial Planning & Asset Management,
519-741-2200 ext. 7353
PREPARED BY: Ryan Hagey, Director of Financial Planning & Asset Management,
519-741-2200 ext. 7353
WARD(S) INVOLVED: All
DATE OF REPORT: November 10, 2025
REPORT NO.: FIN-2025-468
SUBJECT: 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
RECOMMENDATION:
For discussion.
REPORT HIGHLIGHTS:
The purpose of this report is to introduce the 2026 operating budget and capital budgets for
Council discussion.
This report supports the delivery of core services.
BACKGROUND:
The 2026 budget process includes a series of meetings to discuss and potentially make
amendments to the budget. Council has approved a schedule that includes meetings on the
following dates:
November 24 Operating Budget and Capital Budget presentations by staff, Public Input
Night with delegations from the public
December 1 Mayor proposes the budget
December 11 Council votes on budget amendments/Mayor decides on amendment via
veto
REPORT:
day-to-day costs of providing the valued public
programs and services citizens use every day. Examples include recreational programming at
and maintaining roads in a condition they are safe to drive on all seasons of the year.
infrastructure (assets) that offer a long-term
benefit to the community. Examples include parks, roads, and sanitary sewers. The projects
included in the Capital Budget often take a number of years to complete, either creating new
assets or renewing existing assets. The term of the budget is 10 years, which helps establish
capital priorities for both the near future and the medium-term.
*** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. ***
Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance.
t website (kitchener.ca/budget).
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT:
This report supports the delivery of core services.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Financial impacts of the 2026 budget are outlined in the detailed budget information.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
INFORM
the council / committee meeting.
PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES:
FIN-2025-408 2026 Budget Process and Timelines
APPROVED BY: Jonathan Lautenbach, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
2026 BUDGET SUMMARY
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Budget at a Glance ...........................................................3
Budget Highlights ............................................................5
About Kitchener .............................................................7
City Governance .............................................................9
General Overview ..........................................................10
Economic Considerations ..................................................19
The Budget Process ........................................................20
Services Overview .........................................................23
Tax Supported Operating Budget ..........................................25
Affordable City Services ..............................................26
Smart Investments in Infrastructure ..................................28
Focusing on the Future ................................................29
Revenues ..............................................................31
Enterprise Budget Overview ...............................................34
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Utilities Overview ..........................................................41
Capital Budget Overview ..................................................53
2026 BUDGET SUMMARY
Debt ...................................................................59
Reserve and Reserve Funds ...........................................60
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Appendices .................................................................62
2026 CITY OF KITCHENER
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The rate increases included in the budget and the estimated impact on the
average homeowner are shown in the table below. Please note that there may be
some differences in calculations due to rounding.
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RATE ANNUAL IMPACT BASIS FOR HOW THE IMPACT
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INCREASEON HOMEOWNERIS CALCULATED
• Gross operating expenditures (excluding enterprises): $309,890,000
Property Taxes2.20%$29Assessment of $326,000
• Gross operating expenditures (including enterprises): $635,564,000
Water Utility4.90%$24Water Consumption of 170m³
• Net tax levy: $171,432,000
Sanitary Sewer Utility7.00%$45Water Consumption of 170m³
• Assessment growth: 1.7%
Residential Single-Detached,
Stormwater Utility7.40%$19
Medium
• 2026 capital budget: $201,471,000
Total Impact$117
• 2026-2035 10-Year capital budget and forecast: $1,847,986,000
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The City of Kitchener’s budget is made up of four components: tax-supported
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD IMPACT:
operating, enterprise operating, utilities and capital.
The City’s 2026 budget represents a combined annual increase of $117 for the
average household, based on the average assessed value of $326,000 and an
estimated water consumption of 170m3.
The City’s operating budget delivers around 50 services to the community
suppression.
(2.2% per year)(6.3% per year)
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The capital budget includes more than 400 projects with a total cost of
TAX DOLLARS AT WORK TO IMPROVE OUR CITY:
$1.8 billion over 10 years, with $201 million
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meaningful investments in areas that are important to the citizens of Kitchener, such as:
• Additional Fire Truck ($1.5M in 2026)
• Full Road Reconstruction Projects ($45.0M in 2026, $597M overall in the capital
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• Community Trail Improvements ($1.7M in 2026, $39.9M overall in the capital
forecast)
• Downtown Arts Facilities (Conrad, Museum SDG Idea Factory) ($5M in 2026)
• Gas Pipelines ($10.4M in 2026, $101.5M overall in the the capital forecast)
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winter rinks
• Tree Planting ($3.3M in 2026, $8.2M overall in the capital forecast)
• New Neighbourhood Parks ($1.5M in 2026, $22M overall in the capital forecast)
• Trunk Sewer Inspection & Replacement ($6.8M in 2026, $25.6M overall in the
capital forecast)
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• Manchester Pumping Station Rehabilitation ($1.9M in 2026, $16M overall in the
capital forecast)
• Middle Strasburg Creek Naturalization ($4.3M in 2026)
• Idlewood Greenway Stormwater Enhancements ($5.4M in 2026)
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• Stirling Avenue Watermain Replacement ($2.9M in 2026, $5.4M overall in the
capital forecast)
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A PROGRESSIVE CITY.
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The city of Kitchener is situated on the traditional territory of the Chonnonton, When Kitchener tries something new, the world follows. We’re the anchor of
Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee Peoples. We recognize our responsibility Canada’s Innovation Corridor, and our startup density is second only to Silicon
to serve as stewards for the land and honour the original caretakers who came Valley. We’re the fastest growing startup ecosystem in Canada, creating 30,000
before us. Our community is enriched by the enduring knowledge and deep-tech jobs in the past 20 years.
rooted traditions of the diverse First Nations, Metis and Inuit in Kitchener today.
With a population of approximately 300,000 people, Kitchener is the urban
Kitchener is an innovative, caring and vibrant city. It’s a place for everyone. It’s a centre of the region. We’re connected to the City of Waterloo and part of the
place where people come from across Canada and the world to put down roots. Region of Waterloo. The region’s post-secondary school system is the core of our
They’re joining vibrant neighbourhood communities and enriching them with tech industry, and with thousands of students in the region there are new ideas
new businesses, cultures to celebrate and innovative ideas to share. It’s a place and newer skillsets available every day. This new talent feeds into the world’s
where people have a passion for citybuilding – they’re inspired by what Kitchener largest free startup incubator Velocity, located in the Communitech Hub.
is becoming and they want to be a part of its vibrant future. By embracing new
people and perspectives, Kitchener has always been on the cutting edge.
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CITY OF KITCHENER WARD MAP:
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The City of Kitchener is governed by an elected Mayor and 10
elected City Councillors. Each City Councillor represents one of
ten geographic wards. City Council is responsible for the overall
governance of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener through
approving policies, master plans and strategies.
On July 1, 2023 the Ontario government provided strong mayor
powers to 26 municipalities, including Kitchener. As part of
this legislation, Kitchener’s Mayor is responsible for proposing
the municipal budget. At the Mayor’s direction, City staff have
prepared a draft budget for consideration by Council which
has been informed by Council and community priorities and in
The City of Kitchener is structured administratively around
(CAO). The departments that deliver City services include:
Community Services Department (CSD), Corporate Services
Department (COR), Development Services Department (DSD),
Financial Services Department (FIN) and Infrastructure Services
Department (INS).
City Council left to right, front row to back row: Ward 3 Councillor: Jason Deneault, Ward 8 Councillor: Margaret Johnston,
Mayor: Barry Vrbanovic, Ward 4 Councillor: Christine Michaud, Ward 6 Councillor: Paul Singh Ward 1 Councillor: Scott Davey,
Ward 10 Councillor: Stephanie Stretch, Ward 5 Councillor: Ayo Owodunni, Ward 2 Councillor: Dave Schnider, Ward 7 Councillor: Bil Ioannidis,
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Ward 9 Councillor: Debbie Chapman
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AFFORDABLE TODAY, READY FOR TOMORROW
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Each year staff prepare an annual operating budget and 10-year capital forecast for Council’s
consideration. The annual budget helps identify the spending plans and priorities for the
municipality for the upcoming year and is informed by the City’s strategic plan, various master
plans, and feedback from the community.
The 2026 budget continues to build on previous years, addressing priorities that are
important for the residents of Kitchener. This year’s 2026 Budget – “Affordable Today, Ready
for Tomorrow” highlights how Kitchener is moving ahead in a responsible way, with smart
investments for both now and for the future, while still prioritizing the need for affordable
increases during a time of general economic uncertainty. With a 2026 property tax increase
of 2.2%, the City of Kitchener once again demonstrates that “it gets it”, balancing the need
to deliver Affordable City Services for residents, while making Smart Investments in
Infrastructure, and Focusing on the Future, with spending in key areas that advance the City’s
Strategic Plan priorities. A summary of how the City of Kitchener is making progress in all these
areas as part of the 2026 Budget is included as follows:
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The 2026 Operating Budget has been prepared using the previous year’s budget as a
starting point, with the goal of maintaining the programs and services that Kitchener
residents and businesses rely on. These base services, often referred to as core
programming and many others.
The City follows a robust budget development process which includes setting
clear targets for departments to achieve overall budget goals. The 2026 budget
prioritized affordability above other factors, so budget instructions to departments
new staff positions. This helped ensure the City could deliver an affordable property
tax rate increase while managing other growth-related budget pressures. Taking a
thoughtful approach to budgeting each year ensures the budget developed by staff
for Council consideration includes only what’s viewed as necessary to support the
delivery of City services for the upcoming year. Following this approach has resulted
in a proposed budget that maintains existing service levels, while at the same time,
responds to increased pressures related to providing programs and services for a
growing community.
has presented its own economic challenges. The decision by the current US
administration to levy tariffs on its global partners represents a fundamental shift
in policy that has upended the Canadian and US trading relationship. US tariffs have
Canadian and local economy. Understanding that affordability is top of mind, the
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City has taken measures when planning the 2026 Budget to ensure it can continue
to deliver valued programs and services for residents while carefully considering the
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those services.
The City of Kitchener has a long history of prioritizing affordable property tax rate
as a benchmark to assess whether the proposed property tax increase is reasonable.
average (2.2%) for Ontario. This proposed increase not only supports the operating
needs for the continued delivery of programs and services, but also addresses
operating budget growth-related pressures, including incorporating the full operating
costs for the new Cowan Recreation Centre which represented a 0.9% tax related
impact on its own.
Once completed, the Cowan Recreation Centre will offer a FIFA-sized indoor turf
indoor walking track, and spaces for programs, camps, and community gatherings.
Designed to meet growing demand for diverse recreation, the facility will attract
provincial and national tournaments, boosting the local economy by supporting
restaurants, hotels, and retailers, and helping fund future growth. Earlier this year,
Council reviewed the operating model for the new facility. Most operating costs will be
covered by users, with remaining tax-related impacts offset by anticipated assessment
growth. The City’s ability to absorb these costs within a 2.2% property tax increase
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By taking a responsible approach when preparing the annual operating budget,
PROPERTY TAXES PER CAPITA
Kitchener has been able to consistently deliver property tax increases below the
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PROPERTY TAX INCREASE KITCHENER VS ONTARIO CPI
The City’s commitment to considering affordability as part of the budget and rate
good value for the services the City provides.
Kitchener’s track record in delivering low property tax rate increases for residents
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isn’t something that all municipalities in Ontario have been able to achieve.
Kitchener has one of the lowest property tax impacts per capita compared to
The City owns and is responsible for maintaining approximately $15B worth of
other large municipalities as shown in the following graph. This demonstrates that
assets. These include transportation-focused infrastructure such as roads and
Kitchener’s focus on affordability isn’t just a fad, but an ongoing commitment to
bridges; underground infrastructure related to water, wastewater, and stormwater;
and community-based infrastructure such as facilities, parks & open spaces, trails
and forestry.
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across Canada are facing. Most of Kitchener’s infrastructure was built after the 1950s
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as the City experienced sustained population growth. This growth put more demand
on the need for infrastructure and associated City services without the funding tools
existing infrastructure.
over the next 10 years. Although the City’s planned investment over 10 years is
needs. Despite these challenges, the City has been proactive in addressing its
infrastructure funding needs, including launching the Water Infrastructure Program
(WIP) in 2017 to fund replacement of underground infrastructure (water, sanitary
and stormwater). By moving to a more predictable rate model through the WIP
program, the City has been able to fund approximately $555M in capital infrastructure
replacements since the program was established. The City is currently in the third year
of the most recently approved 2024-2027 WIP program, which will continue to see the
City make progress in addressing critical core infrastructure needs.
In addition to the WIP program, a detailed review of facilities was completed in 2019
that resulted in allocating a greater amount of funding towards facilities. Annual
funding for facility infrastructure has been increased by approximately $5M per
Capital Budget. In 2026, an additional $3.4M from reserves has been allocated to
support facility repairs and rehabilitation. This includes $1M being allocated from the
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to reduce the City’s overall facility operating costs over time, while also supporting
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Besides the City’s own efforts and strategies to try and address capital funding
needs, staff have also pursued federal and provincial grant opportunities, successfully
This includes $49.9 million in funding from the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation
Fund (DMAF), $46.6 million from the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF), $24 million
from the Building Faster Fund (BFF), and $19.4 million from the Investing in Canada
Infrastructure Fund (ICIF). The City was recently successful in securing $2.5 million
from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities - Growing Canada’s Community
Canopies fund, which will support the implementation of City’s Urban Forest
Strategy and the planting of over 19,000 trees over the next three years. The City
continues to make smart investments, allocating capital dollars responsibly, while
leveraging other funding and grant opportunities to move important priorities
forward.
In addition to the rehabilitation of existing infrastructure, the City also needs to
provide new infrastructure to support a growing community. This new infrastructure
has traditionally been funded through development charges, maintaining the concept
that growth should pay for growth. Changes to the development charge framework
over the past several years have put pressure on municipalities to consider the use of
other funding sources to help move forward with both housing enabling and housing
supportive infrastructure.
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In June 2025, the City was awarded $10.2 million from the Building Faster Fund indoor cricket practice nets will support training in a growing sport. Integrated with
(BFF) for exceeding its housing targets. This was the second year that the City Schlegel Park’s outdoor amenities, the centre will become a premier destination for
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was awarded BFF funding, and the current allocation will be used to help fund sport and recreation across the region.
two development charge eligible projects, Otterbein Sanitary Pumping Station
Another exciting project that is underway is the construction of Fire Station 8 along
Capacity Upgrades and Doon South Sanitary Pumping Station Forcemain. Both
projects will support further growth and housing in Kitchener with an estimated
5,000 new homes being enabled through these projects. Having housing-enabling
on the City’s commitment to increasing affordable housing options in Kitchener
infrastructure in place is critical to ensure that the City and Province can meet
advancing the City’s Housing For All strategy.
expected housing targets by 2031, but so is the housing supportive infrastructure
Addressing all of the City’s new and existing infrastructure needs is not without its
that makes communities a place where people want to live and call home. This type
challenges, but Kitchener has always found a way to balance taking care of what
of infrastructure includes new parks and playgrounds, trails, recreation facilities,
we have, while still moving ahead with exciting infrastructure projects like the
libraries, and inclusive spaces where people come together and develop a greater
Cowan Recreation Centre, that will not only support residents today but also future
sense that Kitchener is where they belong.
residents that will call Kitchener home.
Recreation Centre, a $174 million facility located at Schlegel Park in the city’s
southwest. Fully funded through development charges, the project also received
$30 million in grant funding from the Federal and Provincial governments. It’s
being delivered using an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model - a collaborative
approach that brings together designers, builders, and city staff to ensure the
facility is completed on time and on budget. Opening in 2026, the Cowan Recreation
Centre will be the region’s most accessible building, designed to welcome residents
of all abilities. It will also be one of Canada’s most sustainable recreation centres,
built to high environmental standards that reduce energy use and support
opportunities with 2,100 new swimming lessons, space for 500 additional Kitchener
Minor Soccer participants, and over 7,000 hours of bookable court time. Year-round
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While the Strategic Plan is a compelling vision of a desired outcome, the City’s
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annual budget process provides an opportunity to ensure the right resources are
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The City’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan looks at what the City can do today to create
being provided so the vision of the future doesn’t just stay an idea but becomes a
the community we want to have not just today, but decades from now. This
reality.
forward look included a new 20-year vision for Kitchener: Building a city for
The 2026 budget includes $1.7 million for community trails to help build a
everyone where, together, we take care of the world around us – and each other.
connected city where people can move without the need of a car. It also includes
Public engagement for the Strategic Plan included a statistically valid survey and
$1.5 million for new neighbourhood parks that will provide much needed green
the involvement of a demographically representative resident panel, that helped
spaces for the local community today and for years to come. There are investments
of $5 million for local arts & culture facilities to help foster a diverse economy that
is resilient to a constantly changing trade environment. The budget includes an
additional $150,000 in RISE grant funding to provide additional opportunities for
racialized communities as the City fosters a caring environment for all its citizens.
Finally, the 2026 budget includes $2.6 million to modernize core business and
• Building a Connected City Together
technology systems that will keep the City agile in keeping up with modern trends
like AI and ensure good stewardship of citizen’s tax dollars.
• Cultivating a Green City Together
In addition to funding already included in the 2026 budget, there is $1 million of one-
• Creating an Economically-Thriving City Together
time funding available and unallocated in the budget. Council can provide input as
• Fostering a Caring City Together
part of the budget process and allocate it to strategic priorities they wish to advance
in the next year.
• Stewarding a Better City Together
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) represents the change in prices experienced by
CURRENT ECONOMIC TRENDS:
The Bank of Canada cut it’s policy rate to 2.25% at the end of October 2025
and has indicated this is “about the right level” for interest rates. By cutting the
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domestic activity and support growth in a weakening economy.
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Fuel costs are down year-over-year by nearly 20 cents as a result of the removal
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of the federal fuel charge (carbon tax) starting April 2025.
Average fuel priceAverage home price 2025
Construction costs rose moderately by 3.4% in early 2025 relative to 2024 as
the US tariffs have the potential to increase the cost of everyday goods and
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UNDERSTANDING
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The annual budget advances the City of Kitchener’s values and priorities, which
are developed through a long process of listening to the broader community factor to take into account when setting the budget, it is not the only
through various public engagement opportunities such as the strategic planning consideration. The City of Kitchener has considered a number of factors, such as:
process and through the development of various master plans.
• Comparison to other municipalities
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Planning team. Budget targets were established using the Council-endorsed
• Balance of service levels versus rate increases
• Recent operating budget results
average, which means that we are gradually accommodating the cost increases
The timeline below shows the high level steps involved with creating and
BUDGET PROCESS AND TIMELINE:
MAR-APRMAY-JUNEJULY-AUGSEPT-OCTNOVEMBERDECEMBER
Budget direction Budget direction Budgets prepared Budgets reviewed BudgetsMayor proposes
developed by approved by by divisionsby Administrative presented by staff
Financial PlanningCorporateReview Committee to Counciladoption
Leadership Team(ARC)
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The City of Kitchener has one of the lowest total municipal burdens (taxes + As part of the Long-Term Financial Plan (LTFP), Council endorsed a multi-year
water charges + sewer charges) of large cities in Ontario. The graph below shows
the most recent results of an analysis conducted annually by BMA Management
Consulting Inc. for the average residential property. Kitchener ($5,437) holds the
seventh lowest ranking in the province and is well below the average ($6,150).
Even comparing locally Kitchener has the lowest overall municipal burden of all increase of 2.2% is fully in line with the two-year average and accommodates
the cities in the Region. Again, this points to Kitchener being a comparatively necessary spending on core services, strategic priorities, and growth pressures
affordable city in which to live. on City services as the local population continues to increase.
TOTAL MUNICIPAL BURDEN:CONSUMER PRICE INDEX INFLATION:
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The City of Kitchener has been able to keep annual tax rate increases at or below
in prior years. The City compares actuals to budget through variance reporting
of services. As citizen expectations continue to increase related to the level of three times per year in June, September, and December. These projections help
service that the City provides, it will become more challenging for the City to to form the next year’s budget.
continue this trend.
Prior to the pandemic, Kitchener had established a strong record of regularly
Generational shifts in the community are putting more demands on services. ending the year with a small operating surplus. This indicated the budgets
Customer service expectations related to online services are high, but traditional
methods of interacting, communicating, and doing business with the City are During the pandemic (2020-2022) when various restrictions were in place, City
still expected by many. Ensuring services are accessible for all is an important
consideration, and this goal involves additional service delivery costs.an operating surplus and is projecting to end 2025 with a surplus as well. The
year-end projections have been included in the Tax Supported Operating Budget
The built environment in the City is in a stage of transition, with a greater
Details by Division as an appendix.
the downtown core. This urbanization is attracting new businesses and residents
but also brings with it new demands for services such as cycling infrastructure,
community parks, trails and arts and culture amenities.
Neighbourhoods are also changing, with a greater demand for closer and
connected communities. Citizens are raising the bar in terms of how they would
like to see budget dollars spent.
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CITY VERSUS REGIONAL
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In addition to federal and provincial services, Kitchener residents and businesses receive services from two levels of
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municipal government: the City of Kitchener and the Region of Waterloo.
The City’s portion of the tax bill is
30%, with the Region of Waterloo
and local school board portions
SERVICES PROVIDED BY REGION OF WATERLOO:
making up the remainder.
PUBLIC HEALTH AND REGIONAL POLICING WASTE MANAGEMENT REGIONAL
SOCIAL SERVICES:AND EMERGENCY AND WATER TRANSPORTATION:
RESPONSE:TREATMENT:
Harm reduction and Paramedic and policing Waste collection, Waterloo Regional
affordable housing.services.water treatment International Airport,
and wastewater Grand River Transit, ION
School Boards ...........................11%
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management.and regional roads.
City of Kitchener .....................30%
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Region of Waterloo .................59%
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The City of Kitchener provides the remainder of our municipal services, including:
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SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF KITCHENER:
PARKSRECREATION AND TRANSPORTATION ANDEVENTSFIRE
AND GREENSPACE:COMMUNITY CENTRES:TRAFFIC:AND CULTURE:SERVICES:
Maintenance and plantings Facilities and programming Caring for our roads so Celebrating our community Keeping our homes and
throughout parks.so everyone has a space to residents can travel safely.with events and festivals.
play.
To learn more about the services we offer visit WeAreKitchener.ca
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OVERVIEW OF THE
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The 2026 net tax levy increase is 2.2% and would amount to an additional $29 The City’s $310 million tax supported operating budget helps to deliver around
per year, or just over $2 per month for the average Kitchener home (assessed at 50 core services for Kitchener residents. The operating budget expenditures are
$326,000). The 2026 budget contemplates an increase of 2.2%, which is in line made up of the following major components:
OPERATING BUDGET EXPENDITURES:
2026 BUDGET EXPENSES2026 BUDGET REVENUES
Base BudgetRevenues
Cowan Recreation CentreCowan Recreation Centre
Growth/Strategic PrioritiesAssessment Growth
Salaries & Wages ...................56%
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The 2026 budget is all about addressing your priorities. The three priorities are:
Affordable City Services, Smart Investments in Infrastructure and Focusing on the
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Staff have prepared a budget that maintains current service levels while balancing
the need for reasonable rate increases. The base budget which supports the City’s
core services make up the majority of the tax rate increase.
2026 TAX RATE INCREASE
Affordable
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City Services ........................+2.4%
Strategic Priorities
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Growth ....................................-1.7%
Total ............................................2.2%
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Capital reserve contributions increased by 10% resulting in an increase of $826k in
2026 which will be used to help fund projects in the City’s Capital Budget.
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Total compensation makes up the largest portion of the operating budget
representing 56% of the City’s expenses, which is consistent with most Library (KPL). As per the City’s guideline when establishing 2026 budget targets,
municipalities. To deliver municipal services to approximately 300,000 residents the operating grants for both CITS and KPL increased by 2.5% resulting in an
increase of $53k and $355k respectively. Additionally, the KPL operating budget
full-time and part-time staff help keep the City running and are represented by the includes $70k in funding that was previously included in the capital budget.
following bargaining groups: The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE 791,
CUPE 68 and CUPE 68M), the Kitchener Professional Fire Fighters Association of
Canada (KPFFA), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) and
the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). In addition to these
bargaining groups the City employs non-unionized staff.
most unions. The collective agreement between the City of Kitchener and CUPE 68
needs.
The City’s positive relations with the various bargaining groups have resulted in fair
wages for staff while maintaining reasonable costs for rate payers.
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The City continues to make smart investments, allocating capital dollars
responsibly, while leveraging other funding and grant opportunities to move
The City owns and is responsible for maintaining approximately $15B worth of
important priorities forward.
assets; including hard infrastructure such as roads and bridges; underground
Addressing all of the City’s new and existing infrastructure needs is not without
infrastructure related to water, wastewater, and storm water; and community-
its challenges, but Kitchener has always found a way to balance taking care of
based infrastructure such as facilities, parks and open spaces, and urban forest.
what we have and are responsible for, while still moving ahead with exciting
infrastructure projects like the Cowan Recreation Centre, that will not only
support residents today but also future residents that will call Kitchener home.
The City has developed asset management plans (AMPs) which will help identify
the the areas of greatest need and the expected service levels in those areas
KITCHENER’S INFRASTRUCTURE AT A GLANCE:
Asset Valuation:Total Replacement Value ($15.1B)
Water Utility ..............................$2.79B
Water Utility ...........................18%
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Gas Utility ...................................$2.17B
Gas Utility .................................14%
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Facilities .......................................$3.14B
Sanitary Utility .......................21%
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Sanitary Utility .........................$2.02B
Stormwater Utility ................13%
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Roads & Bridges .......................$2.50B
Roads & Bridges .....................17%
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Stormwater Utility ..................$2.01B
Facilities .....................................13%
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Other ............................................$0.46B
Other .............................................3%
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The City is in the third year of implementation of its 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. The 2026 Budget continues to build on investments made through previous year’s
additional priorities they wish to advance as part of the 2026 Budget.
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• $1M
• $4.2M of additional Federal • $150k in continued funding • $2.6M towards the
• $5M for local arts &
investments in facilities
Housing Accelerator of the RISE Grant which modernization of the
culture facilities in the
supporting goals of the
Funding to continue increases opportunities City’s core business and
downtown to help build a
Corporate Climate Action
addressing the housing crisis for Black, Indigenous and technology systems
diverse economy
Plan 2.0
through the implementation racialized communities in to support continued
of the City’s Housing for All Kitchener
• $3.3M towards
strategy
implementation of the City’s
tree canopy plan
• $2.4M for trail upgrades
to help people move about • $1.5M for new parks where
neighbours can come
without needing a vehicle
together and play in their
local community
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The main source of revenue for Kitchener is through the billing and collection of
property taxes which account for 56% of the city’s revenue at approximately
The city collects revenues through property taxes, user fees and other sources
$176M. The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation is responsible for
to pay for the approximately 50 core services and programs it offers to the
assessing and classifying properties. The City is responsible for setting tax
residents of Kitchener.
rates and collecting property taxes based on the assessed value and class of the
It’s very important to know that provincial government legislation in Ontario
property. Property classes are assigned based on their intended use and different
states that “municipalities must pass balanced budgets where the money coming
tax rate is applied based on class. The majority of the City’s assessment base is
made up of residential properties, which is in line with the overall assessment mix
of other communities.
OPERATING BUDGET REVENUES:
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User fee charges are one of the principal funding mechanisms for a range of
Taxes ...........................................57%
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municipal services. Examples include swimming lessons, site plan approvals, and
User Fees ..................................12%
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Grants ...........................................3%
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the City to pay for a service by directly charging those who use it. The City’s user
Transfers ...................................10%
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fee charges make up 12% of the City’s revenues and amount to $38M. The User
Other Income.............................6%
• Fees Schedule is included as an appendix.
Interdivisional
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Recoveries ................................12%
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Assessment growth is new property tax revenue caused by changes to the
makeup of the City. This can be from new properties being built, or from existing
properties being redeveloped or expanded.
The additional tax revenue generated through assessment growth helps offset
the costs of providing tax supported services to the community. For 2026
assessment growth is 1.7% and offsets the growth related costs in the budget.
ASSESSMENT GROWTH 1.7%
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In addition to tax-supported services, the city also operates seven business lines Building, Water, Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater are not allowed to pay a
(enterprises) that are funded by their own user rates and not from property dividend to the city based on their governing legislation. While each of the
taxes. These services are:
enterprise has its own stabilization reserve fund that is used to manage
with positive results, the surplus funds are held in reserve and are used to fund
Each enterprise charges customers fees or utility rates that fully cover the costs
of providing the service, so no tax dollars are needed to fund these services. In
fact, two of the enterprises (parking and natural gas) pay a dividend to the city
(the enterprise owner), which help offset the need for property tax increases.
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The Building enterprise is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the
Building Code Act and Building Code. The Building Enterprise ensures that construction in
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The Building Enterprise provides most of its services to external customers, This year the economic outlook did not improve for the City and locally in terms of
largely related to building permits and on-site inspections. Building also new building projects. In fact, with reported job losses and threats of a tariff and
actual tariff on construction materials, this caused increased uncertainty.New
single detached building activity in Q1 showed an increase, but slowed down in
The following chart includes the 2026-2030 Building forecast (000’s):
Q2. Although the Bank of Canada has lowered its rate a few times this year, high
mortgage rates coupled with buyer uncertainty has put a damper on all types of
construction.
BUILDING ENTERPRISE FORECAST:
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On January 1, the 2024 Ontario Building Code come into effect, replacing the
2012 code. The 2024 code included over 2000 code changes. To support both
staff and customer knowledge transfer, the Annual Industry Workshop focused
on the 2024 code, offered over 2 days due to the volume of changes and was
available in both in-person and virtual options. The in-person sessions proved
to be very popular with almost 200 attendees on both days. To help support
customer service, a new and free customer workshop on code training for existing
buildings was offered. Lastly, staff completed actions and pilots on Accelerating
Commercial Business Approvals.
Note: Detailed Building projections are included in the appendices.
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Kitchener Golf manages two golf courses - Doon Valley and Rockway,
offering options for players of every level of the game while providing an
affordable golf experience for all.
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Kitchener Golf operates its facilities from dawn to dusk, seven days a week Doon Valley Golf Course: Ongoing irrigation issues and recent erratic weather
during the golf season (April-November, weather permitting). Kitchener Golf have begun to impact turf and green health. Proactive monitoring and investment
offers recreational golf, camps, clinics, leagues, tournaments, and events. In the
off-season, the facilities are used for special occasions and winter activities like
Rockway Golf Course: Safety and security have become key priorities following
walking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
the Iron Horse Trail extension and increased community presence near the
The following chart includes the 2026-2030 Golf forecast (000’s): course.
GOLF ENTERPRISE FORECAST:
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Doon Valley Golf Course: Impact of the highway 401 expansion has been
successfully managed, with operations running smoothly. Completion remains on
track for 2025.
Rockway Golf Course: Drainage issues on holes 4, 5, and 6 have been resolved
enhancing course conditions.
This summary highlights Kitchener Golf’s commitment to providing accessible
golf experiences while addressing operational challenges and celebrating recent
successes.
Note: Detailed Golf projections are included in the appendices.
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providing accessible and convenient parking in the downtown core at a fair price.
This helps the City achieve and balance economic development, compact urban
development and transportation objectives.
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The Parking Enterprise manages and operates the City’s downtown parking Public use of the Parking Enterprise parking facilities continues to change
due to the continued evolution of hybrid/virtual working conditions. Parking
on-street meters and free parking spaces (totaling 3,625 spaces). It has direct revenues are still down locally and nationally but are showing signs of
improvement. Kitchener’s parking revenue has improved since last year given
management of the City’s public parking infrastructure.economic recovery related to recent city building objectives such as downtown
The following chart includes the 2026-2030 Parking forecast (000’s):
2026 projections are based on the conditions experienced by the Parking
Enterprise in 2025. These projections illustrate that the Parking Enterprise can
PARKING ENTERPRISE FORECAST:
be expected to achieve a net gain of $140K in 2026.
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The Charles & Benton and Kitchener Market garage repairs were completed
in a timely manner this summer. Customers were only impacted mildly for a
duration of approximately eight weeks.
License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology is a powerful tool that fosters secure
and automatic access control, streamlines parking enforcement and provides
valuable insights for parking program optimization – all while using a vehicle
license plate as a credential. LPR technology has been deployed in gated and
non-gated parking facilities bringing enhanced customer experiences and more
innovative business intelligence. The new system includes a web-based, self-
service, on-line customer portal and mobile app. Parking customers can setup
Note: Detailed Parking projections are included in the appendices.
purchases, register payment method. Monthly Customers will also be able to
choose parking products, set up recurring payments, register multiple vehicle
license plates, view parking history, and join a waiting list.
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City of Kitchener owns and operates four utilities that comprise the Water
Infrastructure Program (WIP) and Natural Gas. The utilities include:
• Water
• Sanitary
• Stormwater
• Gas
The budgets for the Water, Sanitary and Stormwater were the combined subject
of a comprehensive review called the Water Infrastructure Program (WIP).
A comprehensive WIP review was completed in advance of the 2024 budget
with collaboration between several divisions within the City, including Asset
Management, Engineering, Kitchener Utilities – Gas and Water, Kitchener
Planning and Communications.
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Rate increases projected from the original WIP analysis compared to the actual The 2026 rate increase of 6.3% is driven by external factors, such as:
rates for those years are shown in the table below.
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INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT NEEDS:
Projected4.5%4.5%6.3%6.3%6.3%
1950’s infrastructure coming to end if its useful life.
Revised/Proposed 2.2%4.5%6.3%6.3%6.3%
Aging infrastructure = higher operating and maintenance costs.
Approved
Failing infrastructure = more service disruptions for customer.
The 2026 combined WIP rate increase is 6.3%. This includes increases to Water
(4.9%) and Sanitary (7.0%) which are driven by infrastructure investments as well
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
as Regional rate increases to the City for water supply and wastewater treatment.
All utilities have many regulatory restrictions.
The Region’s rate to provide these services have increased above what was
on the water and sanitary sewer rates going forward. The City has been able to
accommodate additional Regional increase within its originally projected rates,
but future rates may need to be adjusted to accommodate additional changes.
COMMODITY SUPPLY COSTS:
Cost increases in these areas are unavoidable.
government through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF).Water and sanitary costs from the Region of Waterloo are increasing.
It is expected that WIP utility increases will need to remain higher than typical
pressures. The increases for each utility are summarized in the table below.
20252026$ CHANGE% CHANGE
Water$490$514$244.9%
Sanitary$636$681$457.0%
Stormwater$260$279$197.4%
TOTAL$1,386$1,474$886.3%
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distribution of water while operating in an environmentally sensitive manner and
promoting conservation.
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• The Regional of Waterloo costs for the supply of water have increased beyond
Water Distribution: Monitoring, installing, replacing and repairing the network
the 2024 WIP projection
of water mains, meters and services to ensure a reliable and safe supply of
water.
• Sediment control and rehabilitation costs associated with watermain breaks
near watercourses continues to be extensive
Conservation: Promoting conservation programs, which help customers reduce
the amount of water used, which saves both money and conserves energy.
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hydrants as well as implementing the frozen water service avoidance program.
The following chart includes the 2026-2030 Water forecast (000’s):
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prevention) was a challenge during the Postal Strike
WATER UTILITY FORECAST:
• Uncertainty surrounding tariffs and cost implications for materials
• Two new watermain replacement projects were added to the capital forecast
(Westmount Road-Glasgow St to Victoria St S, and Lancaster St-Bridgeport Rd
to Bridge St). These watermain replacements are on Regional roads, and work
will be done at the same time as Regional road work in order to be cost effective
and to minimize disruption to citizens.
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replacement, watermain cleaning, meter replacement and hydrant operation
• 5-year average for watermain breaks dropped from 73 to 66/year
Note: Detailed Water projections are included in the appendices
• Continuing with watermain replacement projects as outlined in the City of
Kitchener Engineering & Water Utility Capital Forecast
• Customers continue to sign up for e-billing
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Nearly every residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional building in the
for sanitary service and approximately 300,000 people served. The City’s sanitary
network comprises approximately 890km of sanitary mains, approximately 13,400
manholes and 23 pumping stations.
The Sanitary Utility performs a wide range of activities and programs that together
support the provision of safe and reliable collection of raw sewage, including:
• Pumping station inspection, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement
• Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) for pumping stations
• Sewer trunks, mains & lateral inspection, rehabilitation, and replacement
• Flow monitoring and hydraulic modeling
• Closed circuit television (CCTV) inspection program
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• Cave-In/ Dye Testing
The Sanitary Sewer Utility collects and removes wastewater generated within
• Hydro Excavation
environmentally responsible manner. The wastewater is then transferred to the
• Update Sanitary System Asset Management Plan, including Proposed Levels
of Service
Region of Waterloo for treatment and disposal in compliance with legislative and
• Sanitary Environmental Compliance Approvals
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In 2025, the utility has begun implementing various programs recommended in
SANITARY UTILITY FORECAST:
programs, which are improving the utility’s ability to prioritize pipe rehabilitation
projects and reduce risks of infrastructure failure.
licensed facility through the Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and
couple of decades, the City has been replacing aging sanitary sewer pipes helping
to mitigate risks of network failure. This reduced risk has helped the sanitary
network transition to a Class III designation. This transition will have no impact on
operations for the City.
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In many parts of the City, sanitary assets are nearing the end of their lifecycle
corrective maintenance. Annual sanitary utility rate increases provide critical
funding to address infrastructure needs, helping reduce the risk of system
failures and service interruptions.
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The stormwater system is comprised of 29 managed subwatersheds;
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approximately 810 kilometers of storm sewer mains; over 27,500 manholes
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and catch basins; over 140 oil-grit separators; and 114 constructed
stormwater management facilities (SWMFs) that are under City ownership and
maintenance
The Utility has developed an Integrated Stormwater Management Master
and helps inform the City’s capital program to 2030. A large number of the
delivered through the Federal Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
(DMAF) Program.
The Utility also carries out recurring operations and maintenance as well as
other programs that include:
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Monitoring Program manhole maintenance and repair
The Stormwater utility treats and controls stormwater runoff generated
• Sediment Management Program • Watercourse/Bridge/Culvert
Maintenance and Repair
• Watercourse Improvement Program
environmentally responsible manner to comply with legislative and regulatory
• SWMF Maintenance & Sediment
• Removal
• Drainage Improvement Program • Catchbasin Cleaning Program
• Hydraulic and hydrological modeling • Spills Response
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Program Compliance Approvals
The utility provides funding to operate, maintain, rehabilitate, replace and build
• Low Impact Development (LID)
stormwater infrastructure across the city. There are over 70,000 properties in the
city that are billed for the stormwater management service based on the amount
The utility also funds a credit program to incentivize private property owners
of their impervious area and the runoff they generate.
to help manage stormwater on their property, reducing the volume of runoff
(rain and snow melt) that is directed to the City’s stormwater system.
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several years, particularly just after the end of the pandemic. This has resulted
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STORMWATER UTILITY FORECAST:
impacts, including deferring some non-essential work until after the DMAF
program is complete in 2032; leveraging the innovative work of the DMAF
program to secure additional provincial, federal and non-government grants (for
example, through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities); and joint capital
planning with other city divisions to leverage shared infrastructure needs and
joint funding. Elevated construction pricing is expected to continue impacting
infrastructure rehabilitation and replacement projects going forward.
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stormwater management features installed in City parks. These projects included
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very active engagement with the public and First Nations, and feedback from
these engagement initiatives was used to inform the design and placement of
More extreme storm events continue to be experienced annually. When
infrastructure that will ultimately be installed in local parks, including stormwater
these high intensity rain fall events happen over a short period of time, they
ponds, multi-use trails and updated park and recreation amenities. These facilities
improve the City’s ability to manage stormwater and also enhances green space
neighborhoods across the City. These more intense storms are expected to
and park amenities, creating inclusive and welcoming community gathering spaces.
continue, and in some projections, intensify over the next several decades. This
In 2025/26, the City will be updating the 2016 Stormwater Management Master
Plan. This work will involve engagement with the public to help develop the scope
these anticipated storms.
and priorities for the new/updated Master Plan.
NOTE: Detailed Stormwater projections are included in the appendices.
since the program was initiated in 2018/19. Kitchener, similar to most cities
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Kitchener Utilities provides customers with safe, reliable, and economical natural
gas. We provide prompt, cost effective and professional services related to rental
water heaters while promoting conservation, greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction and
operating in an environmentally sensitive manner.
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Gas supply: Kitchener Utilities purchases and manages the gas supply to
Gas Distribution: As a natural gas distributor, Kitchener Utilities delivers
natural gas to consumers. Work includes installing and replacing meters,
underground pipe installation and maintenance, providing gas services to
homes and businesses, responding to gas emergencies involving gas line
hits, gas odour, carbon monoxide, and gas utility locates.
Regulatory Affairs: Ensuring compliance with codes, rules and regulations
imposed by government agencies and regulators.
Conservation: Developing and promoting greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction
and conservation programs which help customers save money and
conserve energy.
GAS SUPPLY FORECAST:
Water Heater Rentals and Service: Supply and service water heaters
replacement of tanks.
The adjacent charts include the 2026-2030 Gas Delivery and Supply
forecast (000’s):
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• • Gas revenues vary with weather conditions. The 2024/2025 was a very cold
related to protection of meter sets that are at risk of damage from vehicular winter resulting in a surplus that is decreasing pressure on the 2025 budget.
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to be at risk, protection will be provided by either installing bollards or cage
volatility of the natural gas market.
enclosure.
• Successful intervention in Enbridge rebasing application in front of Ontario
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Energy Board (OEB) mitigated the initial rate increases proposed by Enbridge.
The application proposed changes to the next 5-year rates that were
infrastructure.
• US tariffs have impacted the cost of water heaters manufactured in the U.S.A. helped reduce or defer most of the proposed increases.
To help offset these added costs, we have moved part of our product line to
• Continued to promote the smart thermostat $75 on-bill credit to customers
a supplier that manufactures outside the U.S.A., allowing us to avoid those
who upgrade their existing manual or programmable model to a smart
additional expenses for that line.
thermostat model. Since implementation of the program in 2022, the
• Increases to the Demand Side Management (DSM) program were made in the program is averaging 350-500 applications per year. Application volumes are
capital forecast in order to help fund the Home Renovation Saving Program consistent year over year.
(HRSP) for Ontario residents.
• Offered a condensing water heater rebate to upgrade from non-condensing
to a condensing water heater model, including tankless water heaters, and
increased the rebate amount from $400 to $500. A total of 173 condensing
water heater upgrades were completed in 2024.
• Kitchener Utilities provided 24 energy audit subsidies to Reep Green
Solutions. The volume of energy audit subsidies dropped substantially due to
the Canada Greener Homes program that was discontinued.
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• Recently implemented a contractor audit program to
enhance customer satisfaction, educate contractors, and
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ensure code compliance.
• Phase 2 of the KU Clean Energy Transition Strategy project
kicked off at the beginning of 2024. Consulting teams have
been hired to support the KU Clean Energy Transition
Strategy project and are working to investigate the potential
A specialized consulting team is exploring a potential thermal
energy network to support new development areas. In
addition, an evaluation of solar energy opportunities at City-
already informing facility planning and contributing to the
broader strategic framework.
• The majority of statutory meter exchanges for 2025 have
already been completed which allows staff to get a head
start on 2026 work.
• Inspection of all indoor and rooftop meter sets, that are
not covered in the annual leak survey, are complete.
inspections have been prioritized and are in progress.
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The City’s capital budget funds investments in
ALLOCATION OF CAPITAL PROJECTS TO CITY ASSETS: (in Millions)
to the community. Examples include parks, roads, and
sanitary sewers. The projects included in the Capital
Budget often take a number of years to complete,
Full Road Reconstruction ............................$597m
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either creating new assets or renewing existing
Water, Sanitary & Stormwater ...................$429m
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assets. The term of the budget is 10 years, which
Natural Gas ........................................................$181m
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helps establish capital priorities for both the near
City Facilities & Community Centres ......$177m
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future and the medium-term.
Roads, Bridges & Sidewalks ........................$169m
•
The 10 year approved budget and forecast for the
Parks, Trails & Forestry ....................................$79m
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year 2026-2035 includes over 400 projects at $1.8B.
OF
Fleet Vehicles .......................................................$75m
•
FUNDS
The adjacent chart shows the allocation of capital
............$53m
•
projects to city assets:
Other ......................................................................$50m
•
Fire............................................................................$31m
•
Parking ......................................................................$7m
•
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In preparing the Capital Budget each year, staff reviews the previous Capital
different consultation processes, which are shown in the graphic below. Through
these processes and then ultimately the budget, Council determines which
discussed by senior staff as part of the comprehensive internal review of the
availability).
Capital Budget. Priority is placed on projects related to:
ASSET REPLACEMENT & REHABILITATION NEEDS:
PRIORITY SETTING TO PROVIDE INPUT TO THE CAPITAL BUDGET:
Developed based on asset management plans & condition assessments.
Progress being made through the Water and Infrastructure Program,
(WIP).
Addressing the facility infrastructure gap continues to be a priority.
Preventative maintenance activities are also important.
GROWTH RELATED NEEDS:
PROPOSED
CAPITAL
BUDGET
Investments in new infrastructure to support new residents.
Maintaining the concept of ‘Growth pays for growth’.
STRATEGIC ITEMS:
Implementation of items included in the Strategic Plan.
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The 2026 Budget includes meaningful investments in areas that are important to
the citizens of Kitchener, including:
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• Additional Fire Truck ($1.5M in 2026)
• Full Road Reconstruction Projects ($45.0M in 2026, $597M overall in the
capital forecast)
• Community Trail Improvements ($1.7M in 2026, $39.9M overall in the capital
forecast)
• Downtown Arts Facilities (Conrad, Museum SDG Idea Factory) ($5M in 2026)
• Gas Pipelines ($10.4M in 2026, $101.5M overall in the the capital forecast)
• Tree Planting ($3.3M in 2026, $8.2M overall in the capital forecast)
• New Neighbourhood Parks ($1.5M in 2026, $22M overall in the capital
forecast)
• Trunk Sewer Inspection & Replacement ($6.8M in 2026, $25.6M overall in
the capital forecast)
• Manchester Pumping Station Rehabilitation ($1.9M in 2026, $16M overall in
the capital forecast)
• Middle Strasburg Creek Naturalization ($4.3M in 2026)
• Idlewood Greenway Stormwater Enhancements ($5.4M in 2026)
• Stirling Avenue Watermain Replacement ($2.9M in 2026, $5.4M overall in
the capital forecast)
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Cowan Recreation Centre, a $174 million facility located at Schlegel Park in
the city’s southwest. Fully funded through development charges, the project
also received $30 million in grant funding from the Federal and Provincial
governments. It’s being delivered using an Integrated Project Delivery
(IPD) model - a collaborative approach that brings together designers,
builders, and city staff to ensure the facility is completed on time and on
budget. Opening in 2026, the Cowan Recreation Centre will be the region’s
most accessible building, designed to welcome residents of all abilities. It
will also be one of Canada’s most sustainable recreation centres, built to
high environmental standards that reduce energy use and support climate
opportunities with 2,100 new swimming lessons, space for 500 additional
Kitchener Minor Soccer participants, and over 7,000 hours of bookable
court time. Year-round indoor cricket practice nets will support training in a
growing sport. Integrated with Schlegel Park’s outdoor amenities, the centre
will become a premier destination for sport and recreation across the region.
Capital forecast details by division as well as related issue papers included in the appendices
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CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARY
The Capital Budget is funded through various sources:The following chart shows the percentage of each funding source making up the
10 year capital forecast:
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Enterprises: Funding transferred from the City’s seven Enterprises .
FUNDING SOURCES THAT COMPRISE 10 YEAR CAPITAL FORECAST:
Tax Supported Capital Pool: Funding from the operating budget, debt, and the
gas & hydro utility investment reserves to support the tax supported capital
program.
Enterprises ...............................64%
•
Capital Pool .............................10%
•
Development Charges: Funding collected from development for growth related
Development Charges ........10%
infrastructure.
•
CAPITAL
FORECAST
Reserves ......................................8%
•
Reserves: Funding saved up ahead of time by the City.
FUNDING
SOURCES
CCB Fund .....................................4%
•
Canada Community Building (CCB) Fund: Formerly known as Federal Gas Tax
Grants ...........................................2%
•
funding.
Facilities ........................................2%
•
Grants: Funding from other levels of government and other agencies.
Facilities Infrastructure: Funding from the facilities infrastructure reserve for
City building repairs.
this comes from the Water Utilities (water, sanitary & storm) and is invested in full
Additional details on the Capital Pool forecast is included in the appendices.
development charges, and reserves.
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Debt is funding the City has borrowed to complete capital projects. The City has had decreasing
debt levels for the past decade, but will see increasing debt in order to fund growth related
infrastructure needed as the city continues to grow.
The chart below shows the total debt outstanding broken into components:
• Tax supported debt is issued to help fund the Capital Pool.
DEBT OUTSTANDING:
- No Capital Pool debt is being issued in 2026
• Enterprise debt is repaid from non-tax sources. These
include the Golf enterprise, Parking enterprise, the
Kitchener Rangers, and cemetery debt.
• EDIF (Economic Development Investment Fund) debt was
issued to fund EDIF projects and will be fully paid off in
2027.
• EDIF 2.0 debt will be issued between 2022-2029 to
mobilize the Make It Kitchener 2.0 Strategy and will be fully
paid off by 2039.
• DC debt is issued for growth related projects funded by
development charges (DCs). This debt has no impact of tax/
utility rates.
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Minimum and maximum balances have been established for these reserve funds based on best practices and benchmarks. These minimum/maximum targets have
been consolidated for each category to show how the City is doing in achieving these targets.
STABILIZATION RESERVES:OBLIGATORY RESERVES:
PROGRAM SPECIFIC RESERVES:CORPORATE RESERVES:CAPITAL RESERVES:
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2026 BUDGET SUMMARY
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY APPENDIX A 1
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY APPENDIX A 2
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY APPENDIX A 3
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY APPENDIX A 4
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Comparative Budget by Division
Budget 2026
202520252026$ Change% ChangeCommentary
(Significant changes other than inflationary adjustments and Capital to
Restated Year-EndAnnualvs. Restatedvs. Restated
Operating budget restatements)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetTotal Budget
CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE
CAO OFFICE-GENERAL 1,356,709 1,364,709 1,443,066 86,3576.37%
CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE TOTAL 1,356,709 1,364,709 1,443,066 86,3576.37%
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 1,231,804 1,231,804 1,269,803 37,9993.08%
BY-LAW ENFORCEMENT 3,616,728 3,516,728 4,089,621 472,89313.08%
CORPORATE CUSTOMER SERVICE 1,386,128 1,366,128 1,541,001 154,87311.17%
FIRE 43,031,547 42,862,547 44,407,986 1,376,4393.20%
NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMS & SERVICES 11,770,510 11,934,510 13,090,528 1,320,01811.21%Budget increase due to growth funding for Williamsburg Community Centre.
SPORT DIVISION 2,174,822 2,748,822 2,596,366 421,54419.38%Budget increase due to operating and funding for Cowan Recreation Centre.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPT TOTAL 63,211,539 63,660,539 66,995,305 3,783,7665.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
FINANCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 533,496 548,496 676,419 142,92326.79%
FINANCIAL OPERATIONS 1,918,660 1,849,660 2,030,078 111,4185.81%
FINANCIAL REPORTING & ERP SOLUTIONS 876,314 865,314 893,674 17,3601.98%
FINANCIAL PLANNING & ASSET MANAGEMENT 1,384,120 1,368,120 1,532,407 148,28710.71%
REVENUE 238,395 245,395 258,167 19,7728.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPT TOTAL 4,950,985 4,876,985 5,390,745 439,7608.88%
CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
CORPORATE SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 582,835 598,835 656,858 74,02312.70%
EQUITY, ANTI-RACISM & INDIGENOUS INITIATIVES 879,250 858,250 908,160 28,9103.29%
MAYOR & COUNCIL 1,889,111 1,891,111 1,965,527 76,4164.05%
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS 2,037,568 2,157,568 2,094,042 56,4742.77%
HUMAN RESOURCES 3,509,257 3,551,257 3,759,771 250,5147.14%Budget increase due to salary adjustments
TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION & SERVICES 7,108,709 7,062,709 7,356,356 247,6473.48%
LEGAL 1,192,079 1,202,079 1,227,078 34,9992.94%
LEGISLATED SERVICES 1,534,072 1,553,072 1,639,426 105,3546.87%Budget increase due to salary adjustments
CORPORATE SERVICES DEPT TOTAL 18,732,881 18,874,881 19,607,218 874,3374.67%
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 864,384 889,384 892,317 27,9333.23%
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 8,169,710 8,116,710 8,808,288 638,5787.82%
ENGINEERING ADMINISTRATION (78,629) 834,371 (64,627) 14,002-17.81%
PLANNING 3,035,004 3,720,004 3,208,324 173,3205.71%
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 4,149,657 4,120,657 4,261,727 112,0702.70%
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPT TOTAL 16,140,126 17,681,126 17,106,029 965,9035.98%
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
INFRASTRUCUTRE SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 762,140 791,140 805,631 43,4915.71%
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 18,412,347 18,731,347 20,866,831 2,454,48413.33%
PARKS & CEMETERIES 22,320,705 23,320,705 23,686,131 1,365,4266.12%
OPERATIONS - ROADS & TRAFFIC 13,449,901 13,599,901 14,138,347 688,4465.12%
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 2
Comparative Budget by Division
Budget 2026
202520252026$ Change% ChangeCommentary
(Significant changes other than inflationary adjustments and Capital to
Restated Year-EndAnnualvs. Restatedvs. Restated
Operating budget restatements)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetTotal Budget
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT TOTAL 54,945,093 56,443,093 59,496,940 4,551,8478.28%
NET DEPARTMENTAL EXPENDITURES 159,337,333 162,901,333 170,039,303 10,701,9706.72%
GENERAL EXPENSES
Budget increase due to increases in grants provided to boards and external
GRANTS & BOARDS 18,882,754 18,940,754 19,537,655 654,9013.47%
agencies.
GAPPING (2,500,000) (4,300,000) (3,000,000) (500,000)20.00%Budget decrease due to increased estimated gapping revenue
Budget decrease due to a reduction in the transfer to capital as some costs have
CAPITAL AND RESERVE FINANCING 19,494,344 19,494,344 18,754,756 (739,588)-3.79%
moved over to divisional operating budgets.
CONTRACT SERVICES 1,607,654 1,984,654 1,617,668 10,0140.62%
TAX WRITEOFFS & REBATES 98,05191,051 - (98,051)-100.00%
OTHER 2,842,428 2,826,428 2,921,54179,1132.78%
GENERAL EXPENSES TOTAL 40,425,231 39,037,231 39,831,620 (593,611)-1.47%
TOTAL NET EXPENSES 199,762,564 201,938,564 209,870,923 10,108,3595.06%
GENERAL REVENUES
TAXES
GENERAL LEVY (164,944,570) (164,944,570) (167,748,631) (2,804,061)1.70%Budget increase due to assessment growth.
SUPPLEMENTARY TAXES/WRITE-OFFS (1,250,000) (1,250,000) (1,550,000) (300,000)24.00%Budget increase due to reduction of write-off estimates.
PAYMENTS IN LIEU (5,009,465) (5,009,465) (4,959,465) 50,000-1.00%
(171,204,035) (171,204,035) (174,258,096) (3,054,061)1.78%
OTHER REVENUE
INVESTMENT INCOME (8,512,241) (8,512,241) (10,585,209) (2,072,968)24.35%Budget increase due to interest rate assumptions.
Budget increase due to higher revenue projection to reflect larger accounts
PENALTIES AND INTEREST (4,888,551) (5,999,551) (6,210,608) (1,322,057)27.04%
receivable balances.
CONTRIBUTIONS FROM RESERVES AND ENTERPRISES(14,508,276) (14,508,276) (14,508,276) -0.00%
SUNDRY INCOME (649,461) (515,461) (625,523) 23,938-3.69%
(28,558,529) (29,535,529) (31,929,616) (3,371,087)11.80%
GENERAL REVENUES TOTAL (199,762,564) (200,739,564) (206,187,712) (6,425,148)3.22%
GRAND TOTAL- 1,199,000 3,683,211 3,683,211
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 3
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 4
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 5
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 6
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 7
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 8
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 9
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 10
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX B 11
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APPENDIX C 1
CITY OF KITCHENER
2026 - 2035 CAPITAL FORECAST
Capital Target
(in '000's of dollars)
2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Total
Debenture Issue- 4 ,312 4 ,348 3,582 5 ,528 6 ,988 4 ,952 2 ,149 7 ,726 1 ,419 41,004
Capital out of Current 3 ,0143 ,326 3 ,657 4,008 4 ,380 4 ,775 5 ,193 5 ,635 6 ,104 6 ,601 46,693
Gas Utility Investment Reserve Fund 6 ,4686 ,472 6 ,478 6,475 6 ,473 6 ,460 6 ,498 6 ,500 6 ,156 6 ,500 64,480
Hydro Investment Reserve Fund 4 ,0263 ,096 1 ,828 4,137 1 ,454 2 ,370 3 ,344 5 ,907 3 ,074 6 ,350 35,586
13,508 17,206 16,311 18,202 17,835 20,593 19,987 20,191 23,060 20,870 187,763
Department Requests 13,508 17,206 16,311 18,202 17,835 20,593 19,987 20,191 23,060 20,870 187,763
Available/(Shortfall) - - - - - - - - - - -
APPENDIX C 2
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CAO OFFICE
Division:CAO ADMINISTRATION
Division/Section:CAO ADMINISTRATION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
150302001COMPASS KITCHENER COMM ENGAGE---135---143--278
Total CAO ADMINISTRATION---135---143--278
APPENDIX C 3
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:CORPORATE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Division/Section:CORPORATE CUSTOMER SERVICE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
150101004CRM SOFTWARE-252525252525252525225
202600047150101004CRM SOFTWARE - 202695---------95
Total CORPORATE CUSTOMER SERVICE95252525252525252525320
APPENDIX C 4
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:CSD ADMIN
Division/Section:CSD ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
620101004MASTERPLANS, STUDIES & PROJECTS75767880818384868890821
620201003PROVISION FOR ADD'L SPACES STUDIES--113-------113
Total CSD ADMIN757619180818384868890934
APPENDIX C 5
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:FIRE
Division/Section:ADMINISTRATION - FIRE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600093400101022FIRE RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADE - 202677---------77
202600096621506002FIRE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT - 120---------120
2026
202600108700607003PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT - 234---------234
2026
400101007FIRE - MAJOR EQUIPMENT/FLEET3,3802,1111,5921,6242,1562,1892,2232,2582,2932,32922,155
400101019DEFIBRILLATOR AND MEDICAL EXPENSE83---------83
400101022FIRE RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADE-788081838486889091761
400201000AERIAL LADDER TESTING17---------17
621506002FIRE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT-1221241271301321351371401431,190
621506003400101007ADDITIONAL FLEET VEHICLE1,504---1,920-----3,424
621506010ADD'L FIRE HALL SPACE & 1,000---------1,000
FURNISHINGS
700607003PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT-2642662752752552602662712762,408
Total ADMINISTRATION - FIRE6,4152,5752,0622,1074,5642,6602,7042,7492,7942,83931,469
APPENDIX C 6
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:GOLF
Division/Section:DOON GOLF
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600111680101000DOON - GENERAL MTCE - 2026196---------196
202600112680101001DOON - COURSE IMPROVEMENTS 2026100---------100
680101000DOON - GENERAL MTCE-1231211191173053473924405652,529
680101001DOON - COURSE IMPROVEMENTS-102104106108110113115117120995
Total DOON GOLF2962252252252254154605075576853,820
APPENDIX C 7
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:GOLF
Division/Section:ROCKWAY GOLF
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600114680201000ROCKWAY - GENERAL MTCE - 2026196---------196
202600115680201001ROCKWAY - COURSE IMPROVEMENTS - 100---------100
2026
680201000ROCKWAY - GENERAL MTCE-1231211191173053473924405652,529
680201001ROCKWAY - COURSE IMPROVEMENTS-102104106108110113115117120995
Total ROCKWAY GOLF2962252252252254154605075576853,820
APPENDIX C 8
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Division/Section:COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRES
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
620304011ROCKWAY CENTRE REDEVELOPMENTC-5,000--------5,000
620304014FOREST HEIGHTS CC ADDITION1482,7062,761-------5,615
Total COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRES1487,7062,761-------10,615
APPENDIX C 9
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Division/Section:NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT & VOLUNTEER
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600085620301004LOVE MY HOOD - 2026197---------197
620301004LOVE MY HOOD IMPLEMENTATION-1981992002012022032042052071,819
620302002OUTDOOR WINTER RINKS8075--------155
Total NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT & VOLUNTEER2772731992002012022032042052072,171
APPENDIX C 10
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Division/Section:NPS ADMINISTRATION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20260011370101042CORPORATE ACCESSIBILITY FUND - 124---------124
2026
70101042COPORATE ACCESSIBILITY FUND-1271291321341371401431451481,235
Total NPS ADMINISTRATION1241271291321341371401431451481,359
APPENDIX C 11
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:SPORT
Division/Section:ARENAS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
601302001ARENAS -GEN RENOV/UPGRADING3243303373443503573653723793873,545
620202058COMMUNITY ARENA PAVING-11050-------160
Total ARENAS3244403873443503573653723793873,705
APPENDIX C 12
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division:SPORT
Division/Section:KMAC
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600109601203001KMAC GENERAL PROVISION - 2026536---------536
202600110620202021EVENT RECRUITMENT - 202628---------28
601203001KMAC - GENERAL PROVISION-2902963023083143213273343402,832
620202021EVENT RECRUITMENT-293030313132323334282
620202023PAVING/CURBING - AUD--125130------255
620202072DOM CARDILO ARENA FLOOR-----2,026----2,026
620202075VIDEOBOARD ------500---500
REPLACEMENTS/UPGRADE
Total KMAC5643194514623392,3718533593673746,459
APPENDIX C 13
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CORPORATE SERVICES
Division:CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
Division/Section:CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
150201004WEBSITE REFRESH400----50----450
400201001INTRANET REFRESH----50-----50
Total CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS400---5050----500
APPENDIX C 14
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CORPORATE SERVICES
Division:EQUITY, ANTI-RACISM & INDIGENOUS
Division/Section:EQUITY, ANTI-RACISM & INDIGENOUS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
401401002RISE150---------150
Total EQUITY, ANTI-RACISM & INDIGENOUS150---------150
APPENDIX C 15
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CORPORATE SERVICES
Division:HUMAN RESOURCES
Division/Section:HUMAN RESOURCES
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
150401002MARKET SALARY ANALYSIS45--45--45--45180
Total HUMAN RESOURCES45--45--45--45180
APPENDIX C 16
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CORPORATE SERVICES
Division:LEGISLATED SERVICES
Division/Section:MAILROOM
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
300501006MAIL SERVICES EQUIPMENT--29--31--33-93
Total MAILROOM--29--31--33-93
APPENDIX C 17
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:CORPORATE SERVICES
Division:TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION & SERVICES
Division/Section:INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
200201000SOFTWARE-1,0021,0621,0721,1071,1171,1311,1531,1771,20010,021
200201002COMPUTER INFRASTRUCTURE -1,1651,1921,2201,2491,2781,3081,3341,3611,38811,495
PROVISION
202600041200201000SOFTWARE - 2026995---------995
202600042200201002COMPUTER INFRASTRUCTURE 1,138---------1,138
PROVISION - 2026
202600043300701001WREPNET FIBRE PROJECT - 2026404---------404
20260004470101003GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM - 312---------312
2026
300701001WREPNET FIBRE PROJECT-4114184254324414504584674763,978
70101003GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM-3243323423523633733843913993,260
Total INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY2,8492,9023,0043,0593,1403,1993,2623,3293,3963,46331,603
APPENDIX C 18
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:BUILDING
Division/Section:BUILDING GENERAL
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
621401003TECHNOLOGY UPGRADES79-2284-2590-2795422
Total BUILDING GENERAL79-2284-2590-2795422
APPENDIX C 19
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division/Section:ARTS & CULTURE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202500012HOMER WATSON HOUSE & GALLERY300---------300
999900005CONRAD CENTRE50505050505050505050500
Total ARTS & CULTURE350505050505050505050800
APPENDIX C 20
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division/Section:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
700101015DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENTS92949698991011031061081101,007
700101022DOWNTOWN INCENTIVES FUNDING - 1031051071091121141161181211231,128
DT
Total ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMIN1951992032072112152192242292332,135
APPENDIX C 21
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:BRIDGE REHABILITATION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600048800405002LEGISLATED BRIDGE INSPECTION - 202648---------48
701205023ROAD BRIDGE REPAIRS-544-566-589601-625-2,925
800405002LEGISLATED BRIDGE INSPECTION-495051525354555657477
801006001KENT AVENUE CULVERT-60-300-312----672
Total BRIDGE REHABILITATION48653509175295465555681574,122
APPENDIX C 22
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20240001BORDEN AVE - WEBER ST TO EAST AVET-94376-2,092-----2,562
20240002FIFTH AVE - WILSON AVE TO KINGSWAY T1,147-6,374199------7,720
DR
202600022RUTHERFORD-THALER----759-----759
202600023NINE PINES NEIGHBOURHOOD----706-----706
202600024ELIZABETH ST - BOEHMER TO OXFORD101406-2,25563-----2,825
202600025GREEN ST - PARK TO KING--82328------410
202600026AVALON-BARBARA3651,459-4,0524,052-----9,928
202600027BELLEVIEW-SMITHSON-LAYTON-6522,610-7,2507,250-----17,762
SUFFOLK
202600028HEARTH CR - ALL FROM HAHN PL----203-----203
701205020AVONDALE/DUNBART647-3,59795------4,339
701205048SPADINA - BELMONT TO PATRICIATS-2,13864-------2,202
701205070CLAREMONT - WESTMOUNT TO T859-4,772141------5,772
BELMONT
701205078PATRICIA - QUEEN TO HIGHLANDT60---------60
701205103MERNER AVE - FREDERICK TO KRUGT2,77992674-------3,779
701205119RUSHOLME RD - WESTMOUNT TO T-3,23275-------3,307
DUNBAR
701205123WOODWARD ST - GUELPH TO T--2,13064------2,194
FAIRFIELD
701205124FLOYD ST - GUELPH TO FAIRFIELDT-2,09363-------2,156
701205125GAGE AVE - BELMONT TO WAVERLYTS----184-----184
APPENDIX C 23
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
701205157CRESTWOOD ST - GUELPH TO T383-2,13064------2,577
FAIRFIELD
800401024WIP ROAD RECONSTRUCTION T(2,348)2,407(3,335)2,760(1,789)60,57164,26568,18572,34576,758339,819
GENERAL ACCOUNT
801004001ST. GEORGE ST - QUEEN TO BENTONT19---------19
801004002KING ST. E - STIRLING TO OTTAWAT1,880110--------1,990
801004003DEERPARK CRES - FOREST HILL TO FORET2,54549--------2,594
801004005SHADYWOOD CRES - FOREST HILL DR T-2,52478-------2,602
TO END
801004006HERBERT ST - PINE TO C OF WATERLOOT-80420-------824
801004007BECKER - FIFE - ANNTS94---------94
801004008MONTROSE - CARLTON - METZLOFFT3,17683--------3,259
801004009LAWRENCE AVE - VICTORIA TO KARNT48---------48
801004010SOUTH DR - QUEEN'S BLVD TO TS559-3,10599------3,763
BELMONT
801004011ARDELT AVE - HANSON AVETS--3851,542------1,927
901003016JACK AVE - BELMONT TO PATRICIAT----418-----418
901003020JOHNSTON - PATRICK - WELLINGTONTS3,0674,600164-------7,831
901003033FALESY / KRAFT / HAROLD / JEANT1,548-8,600259------10,407
901003034FIRST AVE - KINGSWAY TO TS---139557-----696
CONNAUGHT
901003039ADMIRAL/MARLBOROUGH/ROXBOROUT182---------182
GH
901003042FREDERICK ST - BRUCE TO VICTORIAT360---------360
APPENDIX C 24
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
901003044EAST AVE - FREDERICK TO KRUGT145---------145
901003047QUEEN'S BLVD - WESTMOUNT TO T6,576153--------6,729
BELMO
901004012ROSS - WILFRED TO FRANKLINT153610-3,390101-----4,254
901004013WILSON - NORTH END TO FAIRLAWNTS241---------241
901004017BLUERIDGE - QUEEN TO LAKESIDET202807-4,486144-----5,639
901004023RAMBLEWOOD WAY - ELMRIDGE TO T----188-----188
BROOKSIDE
901004026BIRCH - CLIFTON - ASHT----436-----436
901004030CHAPEL / MELROSET105---------105
901004031RANDERSON AVE - MCKENZIE TO E. TS-171683-3,795-----4,649
END
901004035BROADVIEW AVE - S END TO PROSPECTTS43---------43
901004036OXFORD ST - ELIZABETH TO N ENDTS722-4,011117------4,850
901004038KRUG - BECKER TO SHERWOODT----287-----287
901004039KINZIE - WEBER TO GUERINT-244977-5,430-----6,651
901004040HEATHER - BECKER TO ETONT---177707-----884
901004041ETON - ROSEMOUNT TO KRUGT---189755-----944
901004042BRUCE ST - FREDERICK TO FIFET-78311-1,726-----2,115
901004044OAKWOOD/RIDGEWOOD/PRUETER/ELT----292-----292
MW
901004047ROLAND ST - W END TO DAVIDTS--73291------364
901004049WILFRED - WEBER TO PROSPECTTS1,74382--------1,825
APPENDIX C 25
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
901004051STIRLING AVE - GREENBROOK TO TS663-3,684119------4,466
AVALON
901004052ST LEGER ST. - UNION TO ELMWOODT-118470-2,613-----3,201
901004053JACKSON AVE - KING TO WEBERT---229915-----1,144
901004056DIXON / ROCKWAYTS2561,025-5,697199-----7,177
901004057MASSEY AVE - BONIFACE TO VANIERT----223-----223
901004058CHELSEA RD - SUFFOLK TO BELLEVIEWT-2,91889-------3,007
901004060EDWIN ST - LEONARD TO NORTH ENDTS----258-----258
901004064FAIRFIELD AVE - MARGARET TO T2,86383--------2,946
RIDGEWOOD
901004065CONWAY DR / WAYNE DRT165---------165
901004066GUELPH ST - MAPLE TO RIVERBENDTS822-4,566138------5,526
901004067LEONARD / ARNOLD / EDWINTS----258-----258
901004068DUNBAR/BALMORAL/KATHERINE/BRAT1,914-5,3155,315193-----12,737
NDO
901004071GAGE AVE - WESTMOUNT TO TS----281-----281
BELMONT
901004072UNION BLVD / GOLFVIEW PLT176706-3,921122-----4,925
901004073ROLLING MEADOWS TS--7252,901------3,626
NEIGHBOURHOOD
901004074HILLBROOK CRES / SILVER ASPEN CRESTS----433-----433
901004075CONFEDERATION NEIGHBOURHOODTS----1,169-----1,169
901004076MONTCALM NEIGHBOURHOODT---1,3265,304-----6,630
APPENDIX C 26
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
901004079WESTWOOD DR - GLASGOW TO T3,5483,548262-------7,358
WESTWO
901004082CROSBY NEIGHBOURHOODT---1,7567,026-----8,782
901004084INWOOD DR / INWOOD CREST----251-----251
901004085CONNAUGHT ST - NINTH TO TRAYNORT62---------62
901004087OVERLEA NEIGHBOURHOODT--5542,215------2,769
901004089OLYMPIC DR - PATTANDON TO T61---------61
HOFFMAN
901004091FOREST GLEN NEIGHBOURHOODTS---2,0818,324-----10,405
901004092FARRIER NEIGHBOURHOODT2,7711,18879-------4,038
901004095HAZELGLEN DR - MARKWOOD TO T----310-----310
VICTORI
901004096OWEN AVE - HALLIWELL TO S BEND T---213852-----1,065
OWE
901004097CHARLES/SHELDON - OTTAWA TO T-4,683159-------4,842
PRESTON/CHARLES TO KING
Total FULL RECONSTRUCTION41,35439,94950,71253,80857,08760,57164,26568,18572,34576,758585,034
APPENDIX C 27
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:NEW CONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600045800401003CITY SHARE SUBDIVISIONS - 2026991---------991
202600046800401010INTENSIFICATION ALLOWANCE - 2026325---------325
800401003CITY SHARE SUBDIVISIONS-1,0111,0311,0521,0731,0941,1161,1381,1611,1849,860
800401010INTENSIFICATION ALLOWANCE-3313383453513593663733803883,231
801007002BLAIR CREEK DR ROAD & WM EXTC--5,175-------5,175
801007003DODGE DR TRUNK SAN SEWERA-44710,242-------10,689
801007004DOON SOUTH SPS - FORCEMAINC1242114,590-------4,925
901005011HURON RD IMPROVEMENTS & WM B-12,638--------12,638
EXT
901007006AMAND DR ROAD & WM EXTC---5,758------5,758
901007008STRASBURG ROAD SOUTH & WM EXTB65---------65
Total NEW CONSTRUCTION1,50514,63821,3767,1551,4241,4531,4821,5111,5411,57253,657
APPENDIX C 28
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:REGIONAL & CITY FULL RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
7012020045497-LANCASTER-UNION TO VICTORIAT3,3687,849--------11,217
9010020095702-VICTORIA ST - LAWRENCE TO T327---------327
PAULANDER
Total REGIONAL & CITY FULL RECONSTRUCTION3,6957,849--------11,544
APPENDIX C 29
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:SANITARY NETWORK REMEDIATION & IMPROVEMENTS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600049701203024SCADA - 2026131---------131
202600050800403017TRENCHLESS REHABILITATION - 2026476---------476
202600051800404022SUMP PUMP CONNECTIONS - 202691---------91
701203024SCADA-1341361391421451471501531571,303
800403017TRENCHLESS REHABILITATION-4854955055155255365465575684,732
800404022SUMP PUMP CONNECTIONS-92949698100102104106108900
Total SANITARY NETWORK REMEDIATION & IMPROVEMENTS6987117257407557707858008168337,633
APPENDIX C 30
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:STUDIES
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600054800401000MISC LEGAL SURVEYS - 20266---------6
202600055800401007GEN PROV/SMALL PROJECTS & 15---------15
EQUIPMENT - 2026
800401000MISC LEGAL SURVEYS-66666666654
800401007GEN PROV/SMALL PROJECTS & -161616161717171818151
EQUIPMENT
800401013ENGINEERING STUDIES--2002042082122162202252291,714
901001002MASTER PLAN/FEASIBILITY STUDIES--8183848688899193695
Total STUDIES21223033093143213273323403462,635
APPENDIX C 31
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:ENGINEERING
Division/Section:SURFACE RECONSTRUCTION
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600056701205059PAVEMENT SURFACE TREATMENT - 153---------153
2026
202600057800405000RESURFACING CITY STREETS - 20263,147---------3,147
202600058800405048NEW SIDEWALK INFILL - 2026204---------204
202600059901004003LANEWAY REHABILITATION PROGRAM - 529---------529
2026
701205059PAVEMENT SURFACE TREATMENT-1561591631661691731761801831,525
800405000RESURFACING CITY STREETS-3,2113,2753,3403,4073,4753,5453,6163,6883,76231,319
800405048NEW SIDEWALK INFILL-2082122162212252302342392442,029
901004003LANEWAY REHABILITATION PROGRAM-5405515625735845966086206335,267
Total SURFACE RECONSTRUCTION4,0334,1154,1974,2814,3674,4534,5444,6344,7274,82244,173
APPENDIX C 32
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:PARKING
Division/Section:PARKING
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600060900303001STRUCTURAL PROVISION - GARAGES - 518---------518
2026
202600061901102005PARKING EQUIPMENT - 2026100---------100
900303001STRUCTURAL PROVISION - GARAGES-5285395505615725835956076195,154
901102005PARKING EQUIPMENT-102104106108110113115117120995
Total PARKING6186306436566696826967107247396,767
APPENDIX C 33
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:PLANNING
Division/Section:PLANNING
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
150501001BROWNFIELD TIG PROGRAM1,5691,2011,1911,2061,2211,2451,2701,2951,3211,34812,867
202600063621301002PLANNING STUDIES - GENERAL - 202614---------14
202600064700101002HERITAGE RESOURCES: 21---------21
PLANNING/ASSESSMENT - 2026
202600065700101013HERITAGE RESOURCES: 15---------15
IMPLEMENTATION - 2026
202600066700101029HERITAGE PROPERTY GRANT 90---------90
PROGRAM - 2026
202600067700201002HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENTS - 14---------14
2026
202600068700201005URBAN DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS - 202682---------82
202600069700201014PLANNING AWARDS - 202616---------16
621301001PLANNING STUDIES - GROWTH--8128288458628798969149336,969
621301002PLANNING STUDIES - GENERAL-151515161616161717143
700101002HERITAGE RESOURCES: -212222222323242425206
PLANNING/ASSESSMENT
700101013HERITAGE RESOURCES: -151616161717171818150
IMPLEMENTATION
700101029HERITAGE PROPERTY GRANT -9294969799101103105108895
PROGRAM
700201002HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENTS-151616161617171718148
700201005URBAN DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS-848688899193959799822
700201014PLANNING AWARDS--17-18-18-19-72
Total PLANNING1,8211,4432,2692,2872,3402,3692,4342,4632,5322,56622,524
APPENDIX C 34
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division:TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Division/Section:TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600084600609000COMMUNITY TRAILS GNRL PROVISION 1,714---------1,714
-2026
202600086701206002TRAFFIC CALMING - 2026441---------441
202600087701206013STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE - 287---------287
2026
202600088701209002TRANSPORTATION DEMAND 246---------246
MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES - 2026
202600089801101001ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION 722---------722
INFRASTRUCTURE - 2026
202600090901101001SMALL SCALE TRAFFIC CALMING - 202619---------19
202600091901101002LED LIGHTING CONVERSION - 2026117---------117
202600092901306003PED BRIDGES-INSPECT & MTCE - 202672---------72
600609000COMMUNITY TRAILS GNRL PROVISION-1,8561,9033,4263,4953,5653,6363,7093,7833,85929,232
701206002TRAFFIC CALMING-4504594684784874975075175284,391
701206013STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE-2932993053113173233293363432,856
701209002TRANSPORTATION DEMAND -2512562612662722772832882942,448
MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES
801101001ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION -7367517667817978138298458627,180
INFRASTRUCTURE
901101001SMALL SCALE TRAFFIC CALMING-191920202021212122183
901101002LED LIGHTING CONVERSION-1201221241271291321351371401,166
901306003PED BRIDGES-INSPECT & MTCE-1237512678131134137139-943
901306016BLOCKLINE TO MANITOU TRAIL758---------758
Total TRANSPORTATION SERVICES4,3763,8483,8845,4965,5565,7185,8335,9506,0666,04852,775
APPENDIX C 35
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:FINANCIAL SERVICES
Division:FINANCIAL PLANNING & ASSET MANAGEMENT
Division/Section:INFRASTRUCTURE ASSET MANAGEMENT
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
800401004ROADS CONDITION STUDY131-134-140-145-148-698
Total INFRASTRUCTURE ASSET MANAGEMENT131-134-140-145-148-698
APPENDIX C 36
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:FINANCIAL SERVICES
Division:FINANCIAL REPORTING & ERP SOLUTIONS
Division/Section:ERP STRATEGY & SUPPORT
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202500010300501005SAP S/4HANA UPGRADE2,5002,5005,0005,000------15,000
202600034300501005ERP SYSTEMS LIFECYCLE 226---------226
ENHANCEMENTS 2026
300401005CLEVEST UPGRADE AND GENESIS-500--------500
300501005ERP SYSTEMS LIFECYCLE -2303383443523603663723783853,125
ENHANCEMENTS
70101052CITYWORKS SOFTWARE UPGRADE100100--------200
Total ERP STRATEGY & SUPPORT2,8263,3305,3385,34435236036637237838519,051
APPENDIX C 37
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:FINANCIAL SERVICES
Division:REVENUE
Division/Section:REVENUE (PROPERTY TAXES)
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
300601005REPLACMENT OF POS-200--------200
Total REVENUE (PROPERTY TAXES)-200--------200
APPENDIX C 38
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:GENERAL EXPENSE
Division:GENERAL EXPENSE
Division/Section:BOARDS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
350601000CITS - GENERAL PROVISION6416546676806947077227367517667,018
70401000LIBRARIES - GENERAL PROVISION1101131151171191221241271291321,208
90102003LIBRARY TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE3793863944024104184274354444534,148
90102020CUSTOMER NEEDS SURVEY-66---72---78216
90102027INTEGRATED LIBRARY SYSTEM--6162636566676970523
90102029CENTRAL LIBRARY RENEWAL--------2,200-2,200
90102032RESOURCES, FURNITURE & 63646567686971727475688
EQUIPMENT
90102033AUTOMATED CHECK IN/SORTER -350--------350
REPLACE
90102036PROVISION FOR ADDTNL LIBRARY ---10,250------10,250
SPACE
Total BOARDS1,1931,6331,30211,5781,3541,4531,4101,4373,6671,57426,601
APPENDIX C 39
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:GENERAL EXPENSE
Division:GENERAL EXPENSE
Division/Section:OTHER GENERAL EXPENSE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600132STRATEGIC ADDITION1,000---------1,000
70101000GENERAL CAPITAL CONTINGENCY2112162202242292332382432482532,315
701201008ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION-1,2251,2501,2751,3011,3271,3531,3801,4081,43611,955
800401009DEVELOPMENT CHARGE ACT STUDY269---------269
Total OTHER GENERAL EXPENSE1,4801,4411,4701,4991,5301,5601,5911,6231,6561,68915,539
APPENDIX C 40
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Division/Section:FM OTHER
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600033FM - COWAN RECREATION CENTRE 1001001001001001001001001001001,000
GENERAL PROVISION
2026001162 KING ST WEST2,091---------2,091
202600117THE MUSEUM344---------344
202600118CONRAD CENTRE FOR THE 2,553---------2,553
PERFORMING ARTS
202600119500201012CITY HALL RENOS/GENERAL PROVISION 118---------118
-2026
202600120500201020AUDITORIUM - MTCE - 2026168---------168
202600121500201065CITY HALL OFFICE FURNITURE - 2026118---------118
202600122500203002KOF MAINTENANCE - 2026438---------438
202600123500203005CITY HALL COMPLEX - MTCE - 2026172---------172
202600124900401029FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE GAP - 2026969---------969
202600133202600124CITY HALL ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION 1,925---------1,925
(1,2,3)
202600134202600124ROOF - FIRE STATION 2 (ROOF 287---------287
REPLACEMENT)
202600135202600124ROOF - HARRY CLASS POOL (ROOF 279---------279
REPLACEMENT)
202600136202600124ROOF - QUEENSMOUNT ARENA2,142---------2,142
500201012CITY HALL RENOS/GENERAL PROVISION-1241261291311341361391421451,206
500201020AUDITORIUM - MTCE-1721751781821861891931972011,673
500201065CITY HALL OFFICE FURNITURE-1241261291311341361391421451,206
500203002KOF MAINTENANCE-4474564664754844945045145244,364
APPENDIX C 41
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Division/Section:FM OTHER
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
500203005CITY HALL COMPLEX - MTCE-1751781821861891931972012051,706
600901001COWAN RECREATION CENTREC30,000---------30,000
900401029FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE GAP-6,1436,9307,4047,5457,7207,8317,9878,1478,31068,017
900401040900401029KIT FACILITIES ASSET MGMT PLAN450450--------900
900401041FACILITIES ASSESSMENT PROGRAM125127--------252
Total FM OTHER42,2797,8628,0918,5888,7508,9479,0799,2599,4439,630121,928
APPENDIX C 42
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Division/Section:FM SECURITY
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
500201005SECURITY/PUNCTURE PROOF VESTS---38----42-80
Total FM SECURITY---38----42-80
APPENDIX C 43
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:FLEET
Division/Section:GENERAL
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
300801001REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT6,3874,7685,9666,3546,2256,0425,9716,0916,0916,09159,986
500401000EQUIP ACQUISITIONS & UPGRADES1,4071,4351,4641,4931,5231,5541,5851,6161,6491,68215,408
Total GENERAL7,7946,2037,4307,8477,7487,5967,5567,7077,7407,77375,394
APPENDIX C 44
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:GAS UTILITY
Division/Section:GAS DELIVERY
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20240017BUSINESS STRATEGY IN KU RENTAL -150150-------300
PROGRAMS
202600007PIPELINE CONDITION ASSESSMENT1005050-------200
20260003520240017BUSINESS STRATEGY IN KU RENTAL 150---------150
PROGRAMS - 2026
202600036870201001DEMAND SIDE MANAGEMENT - 2026800---------800
202600037870203000GAS PIPELINES - 202612,070---------12,070
202600038870204001NEW TOOLS - 2026136---------136
202600039900702024GAS METER INSTALLATION - 20262,937---------2,937
202600040900702025GAS CAPACITY PROJECTS - 2026972---------972
870201001DEMAND SIDE MANAGEMENT-1,3001,8001,8001,8001,8001,8001,8001,8001,80015,700
870203000GAS PIPELINES-12,31516,28317,45517,80910,10710,30910,51510,72610,941116,460
870204001NEW TOOLS-1391421451481511541571601631,359
900702024GAS METER INSTALLATION-2,5512,5992,6482,7012,7552,8102,8662,9242,98324,837
900702025GAS CAPACITY PROJECTS-7774861,1908411,751----5,045
Total GAS DELIVERY17,16517,28221,51023,23823,29916,56415,07315,33815,61015,887180,966
APPENDIX C 45
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:OPERATIONS - ROADS & TRAFFIC
Division/Section:CONCRETE MAINTENANCE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
800405003MAJOR SIDEWALK REPAIR/REPLACE7918649361,0101,0301,0501,0711,0931,1151,13710,097
Total CONCRETE MAINTENANCE7918649361,0101,0301,0501,0711,0931,1151,13710,097
APPENDIX C 46
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:PARKS & CEMETERIES
Division/Section:ADMIN SUPPORT - PARKS
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
901301001DOWNTOWN MAINTENANCE656565656565----390
901302001CITYWIDE PARK MSTRPLN C-331-3,446------3,777
IMPLEMENTATI
Total ADMIN SUPPORT - PARKS65396653,5116565----4,167
APPENDIX C 47
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:PARKS & CEMETERIES
Division/Section:CEMETERIES
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600125601401001CEMETERIES - MTCE - 202646---------46
601401001CEMETERIES - MTCE-878991939553545556673
620205005LAND ACQUISITION (91 MOORE)265219--------484
901312001OUTDOOR COLUMBARIUM--2060------80
Total CEMETERIES3113061091519395535455561,283
APPENDIX C 48
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:PARKS & CEMETERIES
Division/Section:FORESTRY
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600126901311001TREE PLANTING - 20263,349---------3,349
202600127901311002TREE STUMPING - 2026501---------501
202600128620403001EARTH DAY BEE CITY & NAT AREA 72---------72
EVENTS - 2026
202600129620910004KITCHENERS NATURAL AREA PROGRAM 141---------141
(KNAP) - 2026
620403001EARTH DAY BEE CITY & NAT AREA -737576787879818284706
EVNTS
620910004KITCHENERS NATURAL AREAS -1451481501541571601631661691,412
PROGRAM (KNAP)
901311001TREE PLANTING-7605656005164544894995095194,911
901311002TREE STUMPING-4624744864985105235335445554,585
Total FORESTRY4,0631,4401,2621,3121,2461,1991,2511,2761,3011,32715,677
APPENDIX C 49
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:PARKS & CEMETERIES
Division/Section:TRAILS, PLAYGROUND & PARK INFRASTRUCTURE
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600130900616002NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD PARKS - 20261,513---------1,513
202600131901310002CITYWIDE PARKS GENERAL PROVISION 847---------847
-2026
600609001NEIGHBOURHOOD PARK REHAB-20389579769961,0151,0361,0561,0787,172
620910009NATURAL AREA ACQUISITION FUND1001001001001001001001001001001,000
900616002NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD PARKS-2,5542,0952,1372,1792,2232,2672,3132,3592,40620,533
901302002VIC PARK MSTRPLN IMPLEMENTATIONC1,0401,0401,040-------3,120
901308003PARKS & SPORTSFIELDS GEN PRV-837111,5431,5721,6041,6361,6691,7021,73612,256
901308013901308003COUNTRYSIDE (DMAF)800---------800
901308020901308003HIBNER, MAJOR, ARNOLD, ASH, 1,555600--------2,155
BREITHA
901308021901308003TIMBERLANE, WESTHEIGHT, TRAILVIEW-1,7001,700-------3,400
901309002PARK NATURALIZATION50---------50
901310002CITYWIDE PARKS GENERAL PROVISION-8648818989169359539739921,0128,424
901310004901310002MCLENNAN PARK IMPROVEMENTS825420950-------2,195
Total TRAILS, PLAYGROUND & PARK INFRASTRUCTURE6,7307,3817,5155,6355,7435,8585,9716,0916,2096,33263,465
APPENDIX C 50
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:SANITARY SEWER UTILITY
Division/Section:SANITARY ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20240003MANHOLE/ZOOM INSPECTIONS-2122162202242282322362412462,055
20240005SANITARY CAPACITY PROJECTS--2,2562,3012,3472,3942,4422,4912,5412,59219,364
20240006SSU MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT 850---------850
(VEHICLES)
20240009BRANDING REFRESH-150--------150
20240010ENHANCED COMMUNITY -1061081101121141161181201221,026
ENGAGEMENT
20240011INFILTRATION/INFLOW REDUCTION -5205305415525635745855976095,071
AND MITIGATION
20240012HYDRAULIC MODEL MAINTENANCE-1591621651681711741771811851,542
20240013FORCEMAIN CONDITION ASSESSMENT-2552602652702752802852902952,475
20240015SEWER MAIN REHAB-3831,4151,4581,5021,5471,5931,6401,6881,73712,963
202600029TRUNK SEWER INSPECTIONS-5005005005005007507507507505,500
202600030SCHNEIDER TRUNK PROTECTION AT 250500500500------1,750
PIONEER
202600031WEATHER STATION EQUIPMENT -505050505050505050450
MAINTENANCE
202600032CONTAMINATED SITE GUIDELINES--21--25--30-76
20260009420240003MANHOLE/ZOOM INSPECTIONS - 2026208---------208
20260009520240010ENHANCED COMMUNITY 104---------104
ENGAGEMENT - 2026
20260009720240011INFILTRATION/INFLOW REDUCTION 510---------510
AND MITIGATION - 2026
20260009820240012HYDRAULIC MODEL MAINTENANCE - 156---------156
2026
APPENDIX C 51
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:SANITARY SEWER UTILITY
Division/Section:SANITARY ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20260009920240013FORCEMAIN CONDITION ASSESSMENT 250---------250
-2026
20260010020240015SEWER MAIN REHAB - 2026331---------331
202600101202600029TRUNK SEWER INSPECTIONS - 20262,000---------2,000
202600102202600031WEATHER STATION EQUIPMENT 50---------50
MAINTENANCE - 2026
202600103202600032CONTAMINATED SITE GUIDELINES - 15---------15
2026
202600104701203002SANITARY FLOW MONITORING - 2026421---------421
202600105800401012CCTV SEWER INSPECTION - 2026819---------819
202600106800403009PUMPING STATIONS GENERAL MTCE - 331---------331
2026
202600107901401002TRUNK SEWER REHAB - 20264,850---------4,850
701203002SANITARY FLOW MONITORING-4294374464544634734824925024,178
701203010PUMPING STATION REPLACEMENT---4394,5662,0403,5083,1353,1973,26120,146
800401012CCTV SEWER INSPECTION-9279469659851,0041,0251,0461,0671,0889,053
800403009PUMPING STATIONS GENERAL MTCE-3373443503573643713793873953,284
801008002701203010CARSON SPS REHABB1,250---------1,250
801008010701203010MOORE SPS REHABB2501,495--------1,745
801008011701203010OXFORD SPS REHABD-2,0003,0001,000------6,000
801008012701203010MANCHESTER SPS REHABD1,9228,0425,341700------16,005
901401002TRUNK SEWER REHAB-5,0005,1005,2025,3065,4125,5205,6305,7435,85848,771
Total SANITARY ADMIN14,56721,06521,18615,21217,39315,15017,10817,00417,37417,690173,749
APPENDIX C 52
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:STORM WATER UTILITY
Division/Section:STORM ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202500004STORM UTILITY LAND ACQUISITION1,052961--------2,013
202500005SWM POND AND CREEK ------11,71711,95112,19012,43448,292
INFRASTRUCTURE
202600011SWMF 79 RETROFIT (HYDRO)271276--------547
202600012VICTORIA PARK LAKE SEDIMENT D--------2,500-2,500
MANAGEMENT
202600013BATHYMETRIC SURVEYS-505050505050505050450
202600014SWM MASTER PLAN AND MODEL B650600200-------1,450
UPDATE
202600015SSU SERVICE LEVEL STUDYC---30--30--3090
202600016EXCESS SOIL AND BENEFICIAL REUSE -45-20--20--20105
STUDY
202600017DEVELOPMENT MANUAL UPDATES-41--25--25--91
202600018SEWER USE BY-LAW UPDATES-100-----50--150
202600019DEWATERING AND DISCHARGE -125--------125
GUIDELINES
202600020SPILLS MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES-100--15--45--160
202600021SSU O&M GUIDELINES-33--25--30--88
202600078701204001SWM MONITORING PROGRAM - 2026351---------351
202600079701204016MISC. CREEK REHABILITATION - 2026140---------140
202600080701204025DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - 168---------168
2026
202600081901402003HYDRAULIC MODELLING - 202629---------29
202600082202600015SSU SERVICE LEVEL STUDY - 202691---------91
APPENDIX C 53
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:STORM WATER UTILITY
Division/Section:STORM ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
202600083202600016EXCESS SOIL AND BENEFICIAL REUSE 360---------360
STUDY - 2026
701201012MONITOR/UPDATE PROG - UPPER --1261291311341371391421451,083
BLAIR
701204001SWM MONITORING PROGRAM-3502202172142122092062042022,034
701204016MISC. CREEK REHABILITATION-1431461491521551581611641671,395
701204021WATERCOURSE IMPROVEMENT -4354509174684784874975075174,756
PROGRAM
701204022SWM FACILITY RETROFITS PROGRAM--2822872932993053113173232,417
701204025DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM-1751841931972012052092132181,795
801009003SCHNEIDER CREEK WATERCOURSEC------10,657---10,657
801009006DMAF - SCHNEIDER CREEK AT B400---------400
MANITOU IMPROVT
801009009DMAF-BORDEN CREEK AT HWY85 C--850-------850
IMPROVEMENT
801009010DMAF-BORDEN CREEK AT CONCORDIA C--1,409-------1,409
IMPROVEMENT
801009011DMAF-LOWER LAUREL CREEK C---4,3493,9394,017----12,305
IMPROVEMENTS
801009012DMAF-VOISIN CREEK AT GREENBROOK C---2,3192,365-----4,684
DR
801009013DMAF-MIDDLE STRASBURG C4,350---------4,350
NATURALIZATION
801009018SWMF 61 AT BATTLER RETROFITC--2,035---1,7161,716--5,467
801009019DMAF-PROSPECT PARK SWM C-2,5732,353510------5,436
ENHANCEMENTS
801009020DMAF-SANDROCK HYDRO CORRIDOR A1,752---------1,752
SWM
APPENDIX C 54
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:STORM WATER UTILITY
Division/Section:STORM ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
801009021DMAF-CHERRY PARK SWM C--2,790-------2,790
ENHANCEMENT
801009022DMAF-COUNTRYSIDE PARK SWM C--5281,3972,929-----4,854
ENHANCEMENT
801009023DMAF-COUNTRY HILL PARK SWM A1,290---------1,290
ENHANCEMENT
801009024DMAF-IDLEWOOD GREENWAY SWM C5,360---------5,360
ENHANCEMENT
801009025DMAF-MILLWOOD PARK SWM B1,1002,132--------3,232
ENHANCEMENT
801009027BIEHN PARK SWM ENHANCEMENTC--------5,934-5,934
801009029DMAF-CREEK NATURALIZATIONC7,7637,1944,4392,9162,8092,706----27,827
801009031REEP DMAF SUPPORTA173176--------349
901009012MARKET INCENTIVE PROGRAM-----9129668486882,136
901009016PARK / SWM ENHANCEMENTS-----5,2578979159329518,952
901402003HYDRAULIC MODELLING-303132333435363738306
901402004LID IMPLEMENTATION54---------54
Total STORM ADMIN25,35415,53916,09313,51513,64514,45527,58916,42523,27615,183181,074
APPENDIX C 55
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:WATER UTILITY
Division/Section:WATER ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
20240007UNSPECIFIED WATER CAPITAL -1,8522,0002,0402,0812,1232,1652,2082,2522,29719,018
REPLACEMENTS
202600009LANCASTER ST - BRIDGEPORT RD TO --2,600-------2,600
BRIDGE ST
202600010WESTMOUNT RD-GLASGOW ST TO --4,450-------4,450
VICTORIA ST S
20260007020240007UNSPECIFIED WATER CAPITAL 903---------903
REPLACEMENTS - 2026
202600071870102001REPLACEMENT WATER METERS - 20261,102---------1,102
202600072870103000MINOR EQUIPMENT - 202654---------54
202600073870103005LEAD SERVICE REPLACEMENTS - 202652---------52
202600074870104003UNCOMMITTED WATER PROJECTS - 68---------68
2026
202600075900701041VALVE REPLACEMENT - 2026675---------675
202600076901501002HYDRANT & SERVICE REPLACEMENTS - 108---------108
2026
870102001REPLACEMENT WATER METERS-1,1241,1461,1681,1921,2161,2411,2651,2911,31710,960
870103000MINOR EQUIPMENT-555657585960616264532
870103005LEAD SERVICE REPLACEMENTS-525252525252525252468
870104003UNCOMMITTED WATER PROJECTS-697071727476777980668
900701025VICTORIA ST - FREDRICK TO BRUCEC--------1,462-1,462
900701041VALVE REPLACEMENT-6756756756756756756756756756,075
900701053DEERIDGE/SPORTSWORLD BACKFEEDC--2,000-------2,000
900701054FAIRWAY RD N - BRIARMEADOW - KINGC------1,9821,579--3,561
APPENDIX C 56
City of Kitchener
Capital Forecast 2026 - 2035
Department:INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division:WATER UTILITY
Division/Section:WATER ADMIN
NewProject Parent Project Project NameType2026202720282029203020312032203320342035Totals
NumberNumber
900701055FISCHER HALLMAN - FOREST HILL TO C--1,687370------2,057
EXPRESSWAY
900701056HOWE DRIVE--338-------338
900701058WESTMOUNT RD - OTTAWA TO C-1,4661,185-------2,651
GREENBROOK
901501002HYDRANT & SERVICE REPLACEMENTS-1101121141161181201231251281,066
901501004STIRLING AVE-COURTLAND TO KING C2,9082,473--------5,381
WATERMAIN
901501007WATER METER SHOP TABLETS--33----36--69
Total WATER ADMIN5,8707,87616,4044,5474,2464,3176,3716,0765,9984,61366,318
APPENDIX C 57
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KITCHENER.CA/BUDGET
2026 RESERVE FUNDS BUDGET
Stabilization Reserve Funds
('000's)
Investment Weather Gas Utility Gas Utility Water Utility Golf Enterprise Parking Sanitary Sewer Storm Water
Tax Stab.
Stab.Events Stab.(Delivery) Stab.(Supply) Stab.Stab.Stab.Enterprise Stab.Utility Stab.Utility Stab.
AOpening Balance 2,77424,187 2,243 6,415 4,279 9,509 (834) 217 12,226 3,543
Revenues
Transfer from Operating 110- - 4,093- 1,527 150 132 567-
Transfer from Capital- - - - - -- ---
Transfer from Reserve Fund- - - - - -- ---
Transfer from Internal Charges- - - - - -- ---
Interest Income 897 103 83 237 158 352(28) 10 452 131
Other- - - - - -- ---
BSubtotal Revenues 1,007 103 83 4,330 158 1,879 122 142 1,019 131
Expenses
Transfer to Operating- - - 4,826 245- - -- 3,576
Transfer to Capital- - - - - - - ---
Transfer to Reserve Fund 265- - - - 1,223- - 284-
Transfer to Internal Charges- - - - - - - ---
Direct Expenditures- - - - - - - ---
Other- - - - - - - ---
CSubtotal Expenses 265- - 4,826 245 1,223- - 284 3,576
DNet Change (B-C) 742 103 83 (496)( 87) 656 122 142 735 (3,445)
EEnding Balance (A+D) 24,929 2,877 2,326 5,919 4,192 10,165 (712) 359 12,961 98
Reserve Fund Target Level
Minimum 8,601- 1,620 5,395 4,378 6,777 407 819 8,881 3,265
Maximum 25,802 2,500 3,239 8,092 6,567 10,165 611 1,229 13,322 4,897
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX D 1
2026 RESERVE FUNDS BUDGET
Corporate Reserve Funds
('000's)
Learning &
MediationArbitrationWSIBSick LeaveInsurance
Development
AOpening Balance 54129 166 5,400 7,573 2,053
Revenues
Transfer from Operating 358- 42 3,044 3,503 -
Transfer from Capital - - - - - -
Transfer from Reserve Fund - - - - - -
Transfer from Internal Charges - - - - - 3,492
Interest Income 1 14 5 151 215 11
Other 1 - - 14 - 73
BSubtotal Revenues 2 372 47 3,209 3,718 3,576
Expenses
Transfer to Operating - - - - - -
Transfer to Capital - - - - - -
Transfer to Reserve Fund - - - - - -
Transfer to Internal Charges - - - - - -
Direct Expenditures 1 436 40 3,006 2,067 3,426
Other - - - 76 1,257 -
CSubtotal Expenses 1 436 40 3,082 3,324 3,426
DNet Change (B-C) 1 (64) 7 127 394 150
EEnding Balance (A+D) 30 477 173 5,527 7,967 2,203
Reserve Fund Target Level
Minimum 25 290 10,33865 10,435 2,632
Maximum 125 435 15,50698 15,652 3,948
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX D 2
2026 RESERVE FUNDS BUDGET
Program Specific Reserve Funds
('000's)
Activa Group Energy Economic Municipal Affordable Arts and
Public ArtEDIF 2.0ElectionOktoberfest
SportsplexRetrofitDevelopmentAccom. TaxHousingEntertainment
AOpening Balance 341 2,163 79 3,319 9,381 430 16 3913 08 14
- - -
Revenues- - -
Transfer from Operating- 750- 3641,664 - - 149- 12
Transfer from Capital- -- 5- - - - --
Transfer from Reserve Fund- - 5- - - - 265--
Transfer from Internal Charges- -- - - - - - --
Interest Income9 56 2 96 522 12- 69 1
Other- 200- - 29,753 398- 11 00-
BSubtotal Revenues9 1,006 7 465 31,939 410- 4211 09 13
Expenses
Transfer to Operating- - - - 1,390 100- 8031 00-
Transfer to Capital- 2,000- 110 11,503- - - --
Transfer to Reserve Fund- - - 5- - - - --
Transfer to Internal Charges- - - - - - - - --
Direct Expenditures5 1 10- - - - - - 3
Other- 200- - - 311- - --
CSubtotal Expenses5 2,201 10 115 12,893 411- 8031 00 3
DNet Change (B-C) 4 (1,195)(3) 350 19,046(1) - (382)9 10
EEnding Balance (A+D) 345 968 76 3,669 28,427 429 16 93 17 24
Reserve Fund Target Level
Minimum- - - - - - - - - 15
Maximum 500 400 65 10,000 10,000 1,900 2,000 7751 ,000 50
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX D 3
2026 RESERVE FUNDS BUDGET
Capital Reserve Funds
('000's)
Facility Auditorium Land Business Technology Hydro Gas Utility
Tax Cap.DC RecoveryEquipment
InfrastructureTicket SalesInventoryParksInfrastructureInvestmentInvestment
AOpening Balance (31)8,199 90 289 4,156 3,619 2,266 2,430 4,004
2,548
Revenues
Transfer from Operating - - 3,186 408 - - 400 -
4,985 15,847
Transfer from Capital - - - - 264 - - - 1,429
-
Transfer from Reserve Fund - 2,027 - - - - - -
- -
Transfer from Internal Charges - - - - - - 1,790 -
- -
Interest Income 129 (2) 2 10 119 101 37 56
97 70
Other - - - - - - 28 6,844 328
-
BSubtotal Revenues 129 2,025 3,188 418 383 101 2,255 6,900 6,839
15,917
Expenses
Transfer to Operating - - - 80 - - - 3,650
20 9,458
Transfer to Capital 7,204 2,144 3,206 209 - - 400 4,026 6,387
6,468
Transfer to Reserve Fund - - - - - - - -
- -
Transfer to Internal Charges - - - - - - - -
- -
Direct Expenditures - - - - 49 - 1,872 -
1 1
Other - - - - - - 54 - 1,407
-
CSubtotal Expenses 7,204 2,144 3,206 289 49 - 2,326 7,676 7,815
15,927
DNet Change (B-C) (7,075) (119) (18) 129 334 101 (71) (776)
(976) (10)
EEnding Balance (A+D) 1,124 (150) 72 418 4,490 3,720 2,195 1,654
3,028 2,538
Reserve Fund Target Level
Minimum 750 - - 362 - - 935 2,500 3,010
2,500
Maximum 5,932 5,000 - 1,808 5,000 5,000 2,805 7,500 9,030
7,500
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX D 4
2026 RESERVE FUNDS BUDGET
Capital Reserve FundsObligatory Reserve Funds
('000's)
Gas Utility Water Utility Golf Enterprise Parking Sanitary Sewer Storm Water Development Building Recreational
CCBF
Cap.Cap.Cap.Enterprise Cap.Utility Cap.Utility Cap.ChargesEnterpriseLand
AOpening Balance 15,5901,821 (270) 853 22,771 10,238 (81,794) 3,503 10,754
20,620
Revenues
Transfer from Operating - - 250 - - - - -
- 94
Transfer from Capital - - - - - - - -
- -
Transfer from Reserve Fund - 1,223 - - 284 - - -
- -
Transfer from Internal Charges - - - - - - - -
- -
Interest Income 51 431 (4) 24 544 240 (1,504) 103
355 591
Other - - - - - 1 100,503 8,414 (1)
1,000
BSubtotal Revenues 51 1,654 246 24 828 241 98,999 8,517
354 1,685
Expenses
Transfer to Operating - - - - - - 11,880 -
2,325 -
Transfer to Capital - 200 - - 3,350 3,360 30,404 8,034
- 100
Transfer to Reserve Fund - - - - - - 2,027 -
- -
Transfer to Internal Charges - - - - - - - -
- -
Direct Expenditures - - - - - - - -
- -
Other - - - - - - - - -
-
CSubtotal Expenses - 200 - - 3,350 3,360 44,311 8,034
2,325 100
DNet Change (B-C) 51 1,454 246 24 (2,522) (3,119) 54,688 483
(1,971) 1,585
EEnding Balance (A+D) 1,872 17,044 (24) 877 20,249 7,119 (27,106) 3,986
8,783 22,205
Reserve Fund Target Level
Minimum 9,420 11,897 274 602 21,897 14,599 - - 7,997
-
Maximum 28,260 35,690 821 1,805 65,690 43,796 5,000 4,207 11,996
5,000
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Rating Legend
Reserve fund has a positive balance and is at or above the maximum target
4
Reserve fund has a positive balance and is at or above the minimum target
1
but below the maximum target
Reserve fund has a positive balance but is below the minimum target
2
Reserve fund has no balance or a negative balance
3
2025202520262027202820292030
(000's)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Stabilization Reserve Funds
Operating Stabilization Reserve Funds
Tax Stabilization18,718 24,187 24,929 25,851 26,686 27,545 28,427
Investment Stabilization2,767 2,774 2,877 2,970 3,053 3,139 3,227
Weather Events2,230 2,243 2,326 2,402 2,469 2,538 2,609
Total Operating Stabilization Reserve Funds 29,20423,715 30,132 31,223 32,208 33,222 34,263
Minimum Operating Stabilization Reserve Funds
9,8119,811 10,220 10,650 11,102 11,576 12,074
Maximum Operating Stabilization Reserve Funds 30,31330,313 31,541 32,831 34,186 35,608 37,102
Enterprise Stabilization Reserve Funds
Gas Utility (Delivery) Stabilization6,048 6,415 5,919 6,831 7,713 7,323 8,322
Gas Utility (Supply) Stabilization4,165 4,279 4,192 4,625 4,399 4,516 4,861
Water Utility Stabilization8,976 9,509 10,165 10,392 9,563 10,416 11,330
Golf Enterprise Stabilization(1,510) (834) (713) (467) (139) 277 584
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(000's)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Enterprise Stabilization Reserve Funds (cont'd)
Parking Enterprise Stabilization(619) 217 359 661 1,448 2,300 3,333
Sanitary Sewer Utility Stabilization11,249 12,226 12,961 13,597 14,806 16,514 17,009
Storm Water Utility Stabilization3,370 3,543 98 4,457 5,662 6,088 6,528
Total Enterprise Stabilization Reserve Funds 35,35531,679 32,981 40,096 43,452 47,434 51,967
Minimum Enterprise Stabilization Reserve Funds 27,53326,028 29,923 31,780 33,520 35,227 36,407
Maximum Enterprise Stabilization Reserve Funds 41,29939,041 44,883 47,669 50,281 52,842 54,609
Total Stabilization Reserve Funds 64,55955,394 63,113 71,319 75,660 80,656 86,230
Minimun Stabilization Reserve Funds 37,34435,839 40,143 42,430 44,622 46,803 48,481
Maximum Stabilization Reserve Funds
71,61269,354 76,424 80,500 84,467 88,450 91,711
Corporate Reserve Funds
Mediation28 29 30 32 33 34 36
Learning & Development575 541 477 407 411 422 435
Arbitration 204 166 173 100 106 114 123
WSIB 7,988 5,400 5,527 5,612 5,654 5,651 5,601
Sick Leave 9,134 7,573 7,967 8,394 9,319 10,047 10,861
Insurance 2,267 2,053 2,203 2,311 2,374 2,388 2,347
Total Corporate Reserve Funds 20,196 15,762 16,377 16,856 17,897 18,656 19,403
Minimum Corporate Reserve Funds
23,672 23,672 23,784 24,582 24,672 24,802 24,922
Maximum Corporate Reserve Funds 35,596 35,596 35,763 36,961 37,096 37,291 37,471
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2025202520262027202820292030
(000's)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Program Specific Reserve Funds
Activa Group Sportsplex364 341 345 350 355 359 364
Energy Retrofit756 2,163 968 742 763 784 806
Public Art69 79 76 74 71 67 64
Economic Development 2,487 3,319 3,669 4,029 4,399 4,732 5,121
EDIF 2.04,457 9,381 28,428 29,603 20,527 28,576 33,491
Municipal Accommodation Tax928 430 429 432 431 432 435
Affordable Housing38 16 16 17 17 18 18
Election185 391 7 210 423 646 49
Arts and Entertainment- 308 317 326 335 344 354
Oktoberfest23 14 24 34 44 56 67
Total Program Specific Reserve Funds 16,4429,307 34,279 35,817 27,365 36,014 40,769
Minimum Program Specific Reserve Funds 1515 15 15 15 15 15
Maximum Program Specific Reserve Funds
25,690 26,690 26,690 26,690 26,690 26,690 26,690
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(000's)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Capital Reserve Funds
Tax Capital1,067 8,199 1,124 109 112 115 118
DC Recovery276 (31) (150) (214) (228) (215) (172)
Facility Infrastructure75 90 72 44 41 60 66
Auditorium Ticket Sales794 289 418 555 699 852 1,014
Land Inventory2,268 4,156 4,490 4,638 4,717 4,799 4,882
Business Parks3,336 3,619 3,720 3,825 3,932 4,042 4,155
Technology Infrastructure4,060 2,266 2,195 2,370 2,738 3,102 3,489
Hydro Investment2,381 2,430 1,654 1,951 3,542 2,836 4,831
Equipment 1,936 4,004 3,028 3,750 3,376 2,701 2,241
Gas Utility Investment2,553 2,548 2,538 2,525 2,505 2,488 2,472
Gas Utility Capital1,369 1,821 1,872 2,644 1,380 912 1,223
Water Utility Capital9,117 15,590 17,044 16,472 7,630 8,429 9,287
Golf Enterprise Capital(274) (270) (24) 234 (219) 44 (233)
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(000's)
BudgetProjectionBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Capital Reserve Funds (cont'd)
Parking Enterprise Capital858 853 877 901 927 953 979
Sanitary Sewer Utility Capital13,036 22,771 20,249 11,900 5,352 8,876 12,485
Storm Water Utility Capital1,303 10,238 7,117 7,240 4,436 7,392 11,256
Total Capital Reserve Funds 78,57344,155 66,224 58,944 40,940 47,386 58,093
Minimum Capital Reserve Funds 64,00263,852 68,745 68,740 71,315 71,285 68,715
Maximum Capital Reserve Funds 211,412210,962 225,638 225,623 223,348 223,258 225,548
Obligatory Reserve Funds
Development Charges8,924 (81,794) (27,106) (33,061) (42,069) (56,328) (54,861)
Canada Community Building Fund3,175 3,503 3,986 1,238 1,900 2,184 4,808
Building Enterprise9,797 10,754 8,783 7,780 8,699 11,788 15,590
Recreational Land17,793 20,620 22,205 23,835 25,510 27,232 29,002
Total Obligatory Reserve Funds (46,917)39,689 7,868 (208) (5,960) (15,124) (5,461)
Minimum Obligatory Reserve Funds
7,2347,582 7,997 8,076 8,261 8,509 8,594
M
aximum Obligatory Reserve Funds 25,604 25,082 26,202 26,489 26,767 27,139 27,266
Total Reserve Funds 168,741 128,419 187,861 182,728 155,902 167,588 199,034
Minimum Total Reserve Funds
130,960 132,267 140,684 143,843 148,885 151,415 150,727
Maximum Total Reserve Funds 367,205 370,391 390,718 396,262 398,367 402,827 408,685
CITY OF KITCHENER | 2026 BUDGET SUMMARYAPPENDIX D 10
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
2
FARMERS' MARKET
Refrigeration, inside only, based on 1 foot of cooler (per stand/per
3 $ 14.33 $16.19 Y04/01/2025 $ 14.90 $ 1.94 $16.84 3.97%04/01/2026
week)*
4 Dry Table Vendor, inside only, based on 8ft table (per stand/per year)* $ 11.56 $13.06 Y04/01/2025 $ 12.03 $ 1.56 $13.59 4.03%04/01/2026
5 Covered Area (per stand/per week)* $ 64.07 $72.40 Y04/01/2025 $ 66.63 $ 8.66 $75.29 3.99%04/01/2026
6 Craft Stalls (per Saturday) $ 54.27 $61.33 Y01/01/2025 $ 56.44 $ 7.34 $63.78 3.99%01/01/2026
7MARKETPLACE KITCHEN
8 Package 1 - Rental space only (per hour) $ 57.50 $64.98 Y01/01/2025 $ 59.80 $ 7.77 $67.57 4.01%01/01/2026
9 Package 2 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment (per hour) $ 76.69 $86.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 79.76 $ 10.37 $90.13 4.00%01/01/2026
Package 3 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment, china, flatware,
10 $ 108.64 $ 122.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 112.99 $ 14.69 $ 127.68 4.00%01/01/2026
linens, tables and chairs (per hour)
11MARKET PIAZZA
12 Package 1 - Rental space only (per hour) $ 171.97 $ 194.33 Y01/01/2025 $ 178.85 $ 23.25 $ 202.10 4.00%01/01/2026
13 Package 2 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment (per hour) $ 189.17 $ 213.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 196.74 $ 25.58 $ 222.32
4.00%01/01/2026
Package 3 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment, china, flatware,
14 $ 217.83 $ 246.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 226.55 $ 29.45 $ 256.00 4.00%01/01/2026
linens, tables and chairs (per hour)
15EBY STREET COVERED AREA
16 Package 1 - Rental space only (per hour) $ 114.65 $ 129.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 119.24 $ 15.50 $ 134.74 4.00%01/01/2026
17 Package 2 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment (per hour) $ 131.85 $ 148.99 Y01/01/2025 $ 137.12 $ 17.83 $ 154.95
4.00%01/01/2026
Package 3 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment, china, flatware,
18 $ 160.51 $ 181.38 Y01/01/2025 $ 166.93 $ 21.70 $ 188.63 4.00%01/01/2026
linens, tables and chairs (per hour)
19UPPER FLOOR EVENT SPACE
20 Package 1 - Rental space only (per hour) $ 171.97 $ 194.33 Y01/01/2025 $ 178.85 $ 23.25 $ 202.10 4.00%01/01/2026
21 Package 2 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment (per hour) $ 189.17 $ 213.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 196.74 $ 25.58 $ 222.32
4.00%01/01/2026
Package 3 - Rental space, kitchen facilities/equipment, china, flatware,
22 $ 217.83 $ 246.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 226.55 $ 29.45 $ 256.00 4.00%01/01/2026
linens, tables and chairs (per hour)
23 Licensed Event Fee $ 170.19 $ 192.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 176.99 $ 23.01 $ 200.00 4.00%01/01/2026
24 SOCAN
25 Insurance Licensed Event
26 Insurance Non-licensed Event
27 Kitchen - Cooking Classes $ 53.82 $60.82 Y01/01/2025 $ 55.97 $ 7.28 $63.25 4.00%01/01/2026
28 Facility Attendant (per hour) $ 28.84 $32.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.99 $ 3.90 $33.89 3.99%01/01/2026
29*"MyPick" verified farmers will be offered a 25% discount
30
SPECIAL EVENTS
31CITY HALL ROTUNDA AND KITCHENS
32 Level 1 - up to 100 in attendance + extra fees $ 420.16 $ 474.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 436.97 $ 56.81 $ 493.78 4.00%01/01/2026
33 Level 2 - up to 200 in attendance + extra fees $ 535.47 $ 605.08 Y01/01/2025 $ 556.89 $ 72.40 $ 629.29 4.00%01/01/2026
34 Level 3 - up to 300 in attendance + extra fees $ 633.54 $ 715.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 658.88 $ 85.65 $ 744.53 4.00%01/01/2026
35 Level 4 - 301 or more in attendance + extra fees $ 746.23 $ 843.24 Y01/01/2025 $ 776.08 $ 100.89 $ 876.97 4.00%01/01/2026
36CIVIC SQUARE
37 Level 1 - up to 100 in attendance + extra fees $ 214.06 $ 241.89 Y01/01/2025 $ 222.62 $ 28.94 $ 251.56 4.00%01/01/2026
38 Level 2 - up to 200 in attendance + extra fees $ 320.77 $ 362.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 333.60 $ 43.37 $ 376.97 4.00%01/01/2026
39 Level 3 - up to 300 in attendance + extra fees $ 424.83 $ 480.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 441.82 $ 57.44 $ 499.26 4.00%01/01/2026
40 Level 4 - 301 or more in attendance + extra fees $ 536.83 $ 606.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 558.30 $ 72.58 $ 630.88 4.00%01/01/2026
41CITY HALL MEETING ROOMS
42 Conestoga Room - first 3 hours + staffing $ 90.78 $ 102.58 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.41 $ 12.27 $ 106.68 4.00%01/01/2026
43 Conestoga Room - each additional hour + staffing $ 24.54 $27.73 Y01/01/2025 $ 25.52 $ 3.32 $28.84 3.98%01/01/2026
44 Heritage Room - first 3 hours + staffing $ 80.87 $91.38 Y01/01/2025 $ 84.10 $ 10.93 $95.03 4.00%01/01/2026
45 Heritage Room - each additional hour + staffing $ 24.54 $27.73 Y01/01/2025 $ 25.52 $ 3.32 $28.84 3.98%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 1
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
46 Council Chambers - first 3 hours $ 251.86 $ 284.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 261.93 $ 34.05 $ 295.98 4.00%01/01/2026
47 Council Chambers - each additional hour $ 60.28 $68.12 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.69 $ 8.15 $70.84 3.99%01/01/2026
48 Council Chambers - first 3 hours & AV Equip + staffing $ 356.57 $ 402.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 370.83 $ 48.21 $ 419.04 4.00%01/01/2026
49 Council Chambers - each additional hour and AV + staffing $ 100.11 $ 113.12 Y01/01/2025 $ 104.11 $ 13.53 $ 117.64 4.00%01/01/2026
50 Schmalz Room - first 3 hours + staffing $ 80.15 $90.57 Y01/01/2025 $ 83.36 $ 10.84 $94.20 4.00%01/01/2026
51 Schmalz Room - each additional hour + staffing $ 27.16 $30.69 Y01/01/2025 $ 28.25 $ 3.67 $31.92 4.01%01/01/2026
52 Learning Room - first 3 hours + staffing $ 80.87 $91.38 Y01/01/2025 $ 84.10 $ 10.93 $95.03 4.00%01/01/2026
53 Learning Room - each additional hour + staffing $ 27.16 $30.69 Y01/01/2025 $ 28.25 $ 3.67 $31.92 4.01%01/01/2026
54EXTRA FEES
55 BFI Garbage Disposal Unit At cost TBD At cost TBD Y01/01/2025 At cost TBD At cost TBD At cost TBD 0.00%01/01/2026
56 Additional Security per hour At cost TBD At cost TBD Y01/01/2025 At cost TBD At cost TBD At cost TBD 0.00%01/01/2026
57 Display booth only $ 35.10 $39.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 36.50 $ 4.75 $41.25 3.99%01/01/2026
58 Display cabinet removal of goods $ 18.54 $20.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 19.28 $ 2.51 $21.79 3.99%01/01/2026
59 Rotunda Light Adjustments $ 160.38 $ 181.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 166.80 $ 21.68 $ 188.48 4.00%01/01/2026
60 Rental Attendant $ 27.80 $31.41 Y01/01/2025 $ 28.91 $ 3.76 $32.67 3.99%01/01/2026
61 Extra day setup $ 212.09 $ 239.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 220.57 $ 28.67 $ 249.24 4.00%01/01/2026
62 Tent 10X10 $ 151.60 $ 171.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 157.66 $ 20.50 $ 178.16 4.00%01/01/2026
63 Tent 10X20 $ 256.52 $ 289.87 Y01/01/2025 $ 266.78 $ 34.68 $ 301.46 4.00%01/01/2026
64 Tent lights - clamp $5.83 $6.59 Y01/01/2025 $6.06 $ 0.79 $6.85 3.95%01/01/2026
65 Chairs - padded folding $2.91 $3.29 Y01/01/2025 $3.03 $ 0.39 $3.42 4.12%01/01/2026
66 Table - 6ft rectangular $8.17 $9.23 Y01/01/2025 $8.50 $ 1.11 $9.61 4.04%01/01/2026
67 Table - bistro $ 10.79 $12.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 11.22 $ 1.46 $12.68 3.99%01/01/2026
68 Table - 5ft round $9.90 $11.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.30 $ 1.34 $11.64 4.04%01/01/2026
69 Projector $ 291.50 $ 329.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 303.16 $ 39.41 $ 342.57 4.00%01/01/2026
70 Screen $ 46.63 $52.69 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.50 $ 6.31 $54.81 4.01%01/01/2026
71 Sound system - small $ 139.92 $ 158.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 145.52 $ 18.92 $ 164.44 4.00%01/01/2026
72 Sound system - large $ 174.90 $ 197.64 Y01/01/2025 $ 181.90 $ 23.65 $ 205.55 4.00%01/01/2026
73 Stanchions $ 14.00 $15.82 Y01/01/2025 $ 14.56 $ 1.89 $16.45 4.00%01/01/2026
74 Extension cords $5.83 $6.59 Y01/01/2025 $6.06 $ 0.79 $6.85 3.95%01/01/2026
75 Cable mats $8.17 $9.23 Y01/01/2025 $8.50 $ 1.11 $9.61 4.04%01/01/2026
76 Barricades $8.17 $9.23 Y01/01/2025 $8.50 $ 1.11 $9.61 4.04%01/01/2026
77 Podium $ 23.31 $26.34 Y01/01/2025 $ 24.24 $ 3.15 $27.39 3.99%01/01/2026
0.06 per
0.46 per km, 0.52 per km, 0.48 per km, 0.52 per km,
78 Van - plus staffingY01/01/2025km, $7.80 4.00%01/01/2026
$57.72 flat fee $65.23 flat fee $60.03 flat fee $65.23 flat fee
flat fee
79 Trailer (per day, when used with Special Events van and staff) $ 58.31 $65.89 Y01/01/2025 $ 60.64 $ 7.88 $68.52 4.00%01/01/2026
80 A-frames $ 11.67 $13.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.14 $ 1.58 $13.72 4.04%01/01/2026
81 Electrical panels $ 29.13 $32.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 30.30 $ 3.94 $34.24 4.01%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 2
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
82VICTORIA PARK PAVILION
New naming convention. 3-hour minimum Mon-Wed;
83 VPP Hourly (Nonprofit/Community) $ 85.29 $96.38 Y01/01/2025 $ 88.70 $ 11.53 $ 100.23 3.99%01/01/2026
6-hour minimum Thurs-Sun
84 VPP Daily (Nonprofit/Community)NEW y NEW $ 1,330.50 $ 172.97 $ 1,503.47 NEW 01/01/2026New fee for clarity. Does not include staff charges.
New fee for clarity. 3-hour minimum Mon-Wed; 6-
85 VPP Hourly (Private/Corporate)NEW y NEW $ 177.40 $ 23.06 $ 200.46 NEW 01/01/2026
hour minimum Thurs-Sun
86 VPP Daily (Private/Corporate)NEW y NEW $ 2,661.00 $ 345.93 $ 3,006.93 NEW 01/01/2026New fee for clarity. Does not include staff charges.
87 VPP Facility Fee (Hourly)NEW y NEW $7.96 $ 1.03 $8.99 NEW 01/01/2026New fee for clarity capital expenditures.
88 VPP Facility Fee (Daily)NEW y NEW $ 119.40 $ 15.52 $ 134.92 NEW 01/01/2026New fee for clarity capital expenditures.
89 VPP licensed event fee $ 316.09 $ 357.18 Y01/01/2025 $ 328.73 $ 42.73 $ 371.46 4.00%01/01/2026
Fringe benefit added. 2 staff minimum requirement
90 Facility Attendant (per attendant, per hour) $ 36.55 $41.30 Y01/01/2025 $ 26.83 $ 3.49 $30.32 -26.60%01/01/2026
for VPP rentals.
91 Post Event Cleaning NEW y NEW $ 154.00 $ 20.02 $ 174.02 NEW 01/01/2026Flat rate post event cleaning through SQM
92 Insurance VPP - licensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
93 Insurance VPP - Non licensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
94 SOCAN Charges - VPP with dancingPer SOCAN rate schedule.
95 SOCAN Charges - VPP without dancingPer SOCAN rate schedule.
96 Water Distribution $ 260.00 $ 293.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 270.40 $ 35.15 $ 305.55 4.00%01/01/2026
97GAUKEL BLOCK
98 Street Electrical $ 182.00 $ 205.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 189.28 $ 24.61 $ 213.89 4.00%01/01/2026
99 Lot and Stage Electrical $ 130.00 $ 146.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 135.20 $ 17.58 $ 152.78 4.00%01/01/2026
Fee for businesses or organizations for renting Gaukel
100 Daily Rental NEW Y NEW $ 260.00 $ 33.80 $ 293.80 NEW 01/01/2026
Block for a single day.
Two consecutive days of use for the same purpose as
101 2-Day Rental NEW Y NEW $ 364.00 $ 47.32 $ 411.32 NEW 01/01/2026
above, at a slightly reduced rate per day.
Applies when staff support is required (e.g., event
102 Extended Booking (Per Staff)NEW Y NEW $ 156.00 $ 20.28 $ 176.28 NEW 01/01/2026staffing, setup, or supervision). Charged per staff
involved.
103SQUARE PEG
Breakdown cost for reference only. Square Peg is
typically offered as a full-month activation. A 2-week
activation may be considered under special
104 Square Peg Daily Rental NEW Y NEW $ 18.26 $ 2.37 $20.63 NEW 01/01/2026
circumstances (i.e. Oktoberfest, last-minute filling,
very low commitment). Single-day rentals are not
standard and not publicly offered.
Fee for renting the Square Peg pop-up space for a full
105 Square Peg Monthly Rental NEW Y NEW $ 546.00 $ 70.98 $ 616.98 NEW 01/01/2026
calendar month.
Charged to cover any damages incurred during the
106 Square Peg Damage NEW Y NEW At cost TBD At cost TBD NEW 01/01/2026
rental period. TBD after inspection.
10744 GAUKEL CREATIVE ARTS HUB
108NEW y NEW $ 25.50 $ 3.32 $28.82 NEW 01/01/2026Per DSD-2024-065. Using the 2025 BMR rate on pg. 4.
Tenancy Rate per square ft (Below Market Rate)
FILM OFFICE (ARTS & CREATIVE INDUSTRIES)
109
Comparable with other municipalities. Nominal admin
110 Film permit NEW y NEW $ 44.25 $ 5.75 $50.00 NEW 01/01/2026
fee.
APPENDIX E 3
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
111
ENGINEERING
112 Municipal Consent Plan Review $ 737.91 $ 737.91 N01/01/2025 $ 767.43 $ - $ 767.43 4.00%01/01/2026
Lawyers' Requests re: availability of services, unregistered easements,
113 $ 142.86 $ 161.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 148.57 $ 19.31 $ 167.88 4.00%01/01/2026
outstanding frontage charges and contemplated local improvements
4.5% 4.5% 4.5% 4.5%
Engineering admin fee for review of engineering drawings for
114 N01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
construction construction construction construction
subdivisions
costs costs costs costs
115 Fourth and subsequent subdivision/site plan review $ 6,602.95 $ 6,602.95 N01/01/2025 $ 6,867.07 $ - $ 6,867.07 4.00%01/01/2026
116 Third and subsequent CCTV review $ 3,374.59 $ 3,374.59 N01/01/2025 $ 3,509.58 $ - $ 3,509.58 4.00%
117 Change of Ownership for Stormwater Management Pond $ 132.73 $ 132.73 N01/01/2025 $ 138.04 $ - $ 138.04 4.00%01/01/2026
118 Development Manual $ 317.52 $ 358.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 330.22 $ 42.93 $ 373.15 4.00%01/01/2026
119 Development Charge Policy $ 96.64 $ 109.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 100.50 $ 13.07 $ 113.57 4.00%01/01/2026
120 Application - DC Credit for Service Agreement $ 6,244.12 $ 7,055.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 6,493.88 $ 844.20 $ 7,338.08 4.00%01/01/2026
121Site Alteration
122 Permit $ 333.00 $ 333.00 N01/01/2025 $ 346.00 $ - $ 346.00 3.90%01/01/2026
123 Permit with Revisions $ 206.00 $ 206.00 N01/01/2025 $ 214.00 $ - $ 214.00 3.88%01/01/2026
124 Permit Renewal $ 135.00 $ 135.00 N01/01/2025 $ 140.00 $ - $ 140.00 3.70%01/01/2026
125Engineering Prints
126 Per D size sheet of paper $8.16 $9.22 Y01/01/2025 $8.48 $ 1.10 $9.58 3.98%01/01/2026
127Damage Deposits
128 Price per meter of frontage $ 148.01 $ 148.01 N01/01/2025 $ 153.93 $ - $ 153.93 4.00%01/01/2026
$53 per metre $53 per metre of $55 per metre $55 per metre of
129 Damage deposit inspectionof frontage, to frontage, to max N01/01/2025of frontage, to $ - frontage, to max 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
max of $508 of $508 max of $528 of $528
130 Engineering and Environmental Assessment Documents $ 243.89 $ 275.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 253.65 $ 32.97 $ 286.62 4.00%01/01/2026
131MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
132 Storm Water Management Fee (per hectare) $ 118,855.15 $ 118,855.15 N01/01/2025 $ 123,609.36 $ - $ 123,609.36 4.00%01/01/2026
133 Water connection through reconstruction project (new or upgraded) $ 1,761.20 $ 1,761.20 N01/01/2025 $ 1,831.65 $ - $ 1,831.65
4.00%01/01/2026
Sanitary connection through reconstruction project (new or
134 $ 1,761.20 $ 1,761.20 N01/01/2025 $ 1,831.65 $ - $ 1,831.65 4.00%01/01/2026
upgraded)
135 Storm/Sump Pump connection through reconstruction project $ 624.00 $ 624.00 N01/01/2025 $ 649.00 $ - $ 649.00
4.01%01/01/2026
Refund for Storm/Sump Pump connection through reconstruction
136 $ 494.00 $ 494.00 N01/01/2025 $ 514.00 $ - $ 514.00 4.05%01/01/2026
project
137 Site Servicing Permit Review $ 634.00 $ 634.00 N01/01/2025 $ 659.00 $ - $ 659.00 3.94%01/01/2026
138 On Site Plumbing Applications (On-site servicing, DND) $ 634.00 $ 634.00 N01/01/2025 $ 659.00 $ - $ 659.00
3.94%01/01/2026
139 Driveway Ramp Widening Permit $ 390.00 $ 390.00 N01/01/2025 $ 400.00 $ - $ 400.00 2.56%01/01/2026Rounding.
140 Driveway Ramp Widening Permit - Inspection Refund $ 239.00 $ 239.00 N01/01/2025 $ 249.00 $ - $ 249.00 4.18%01/01/2026
Driveway Ramp Widening through Site Plan(Deemed Not
141 $ 762.00 $ 762.00 N01/01/2025 $ 792.00 $ - $ 792.00 3.94%01/01/2026
Development)
Driveway Ramp Widening through Site Plan(Deemed Not
142 $ 365.00 $ 365.00 N01/01/2025 $ 380.00 $ - $ 380.00 4.11%01/01/2026
Development)-Inspection Refund
143 Asphalt Driveway Apron (per m2) 40mm-HL3 and 60mm-HL4 $ 177.84 $ 177.84 N01/01/2025 $ 184.95 $ - $ 184.95 4.00%01/01/2026
144 Sewer Surcharge Review $ 1,124.41 $ 1,124.41 N01/01/2025 $ 1,169.39 $ - $ 1,169.39 4.00%01/01/2026
145 Sewer Capacity Analysis Request $ 654.00 $ 654.00 N01/01/2025 $ 680.16 $ - $ 680.16 4.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 4
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
146APPLICATION FEES:
11% of 11% of 11% of 11% of
147Administration Fee (Applies to all application fees)application fee application fee N01/01/2025application fee $ - application fee 0.00%01/01/2026
amount amount amount amount
Fee will either be used to complete the work, or 60%
will be held as a guarantee. Once satisfactory work is
148Sewer Service Fees:completed, 11% of the fee will be retained to cover
administrative costs with the balance refunded to the
applicant.
1492 Lane Rd -Fully Serviced (66' ROW)
150 Sanitary - 0-3m depth $ 13,831.44 $ 13,831.44 N01/01/2025 $ 14,384.70 $ - $ 14,384.70 4.00%01/01/2026
151 Sanitary - 3-5m depth $ 22,631.70 $ 22,631.70 N01/01/2025 $ 23,536.97 $ - $ 23,536.97 4.00%01/01/2026
152 Storm - near side MH or CB $ 8,169.21 $ 8,169.21 N01/01/2025 $ 8,495.98 $ - $ 8,495.98 4.00%01/01/2026
153 Storm - Far side $ 16,275.32 $ 16,275.32 N01/01/2025 $ 16,926.33 $ - $ 16,926.33 4.00%01/01/2026
1542 Lane Rd- No curb, gutter or sidewalk
155 Sanitary - 0-3m depth $ 12,058.77 $ 12,058.77 N01/01/2025 $ 12,541.12 $ - $ 12,541.12 4.00%01/01/2026
156 Sanitary - 3-5m depth $ 19,275.67 $ 19,275.67 N01/01/2025 $ 20,046.70 $ - $ 20,046.70 4.00%01/01/2026
157 Storm - near side MH or CB $ 6,327.70 $ 6,327.70 N01/01/2025 $ 6,580.81 $ - $ 6,580.81 4.00%01/01/2026
158 Storm - Far side $ 14,428.07 $ 14,428.07 N01/01/2025 $ 15,005.19 $ - $ 15,005.19 4.00%01/01/2026
1594 Lane Rd - Fully Serviced (86'ROW)
160 Sanitary - 0-3m depth $ 16,602.32 $ 16,602.32 N01/01/2025 $ 17,266.41 $ - $ 17,266.41 4.00%01/01/2026
161 Sanitary - 3-5m depth $ 27,238.36 $ 27,238.36 N01/01/2025 $ 28,327.89 $ - $ 28,327.89 4.00%01/01/2026
162 Storm - near side MH or CB $ 8,169.21 $ 8,169.21 N01/01/2025 $ 8,495.98 $ - $ 8,495.98 4.00%01/01/2026
163 Storm - Far side $ 17,468.58 $ 17,468.58 N01/01/2025 $ 18,167.32 $ - $ 18,167.32 4.00%01/01/2026
1644 Lane Rd - No curb, gutter or sidewalk
165 Sanitary - 0-3m depth $ 14,818.17 $ 14,818.17 N01/01/2025 $ 15,410.90 $ - $ 15,410.90 4.00%01/01/2026
166 Sanitary - 3-5m depth $ 23,830.69 $ 23,830.69 N01/01/2025 $ 24,783.92 $ - $ 24,783.92 4.00%01/01/2026
167 Storm - near side MH or CB $ 6,327.70 $ 6,327.70 N01/01/2025 $ 6,580.81 $ - $ 6,580.81 4.00%01/01/2026
168 Storm - Far side $ 19,832.14 $ 19,832.14 N01/01/2025 $ 20,625.43 $ - $ 20,625.43 4.00%01/01/2026
169Add structure
170 Sanitary $ 3,958.40 $ 3,958.40 N01/01/2025 $ 4,116.73 $ - $ 4,116.73 4.00%01/01/2026
171 Storm $ 3,958.40 $ 3,958.40 N01/01/2025 $ 4,116.73 $ - $ 4,116.73 4.00%01/01/2026
172 Catchbasin $ 2,380.77 $ 2,380.77 N01/01/2025 $ 2,476.01 $ - $ 2,476.01 4.00%01/01/2026
173Concrete Work
174 Sidewalk - 200mm thick/m2 $ 131.95 $ 131.95 N01/01/2025 $ 137.22 $ - $ 137.22 4.00%01/01/2026
175 Sidewalk or concrete boulevard - 125mm thick/m2 $ 120.47 $ 120.47 N01/01/2025 $ 125.29 $ - $ 125.29 4.00%01/01/2026
176 Curb and Gutter/m hand placed $ 114.74 $ 114.74 N01/01/2025 $ 119.33 $ - $ 119.33 4.00%01/01/2026
177 Concrete Driveway Apron - 200mm thick/m2 $ 131.95 $ 131.95 N01/01/2025 $ 137.22 $ - $ 137.22 4.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 5
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
Fee will either be used to complete the work, or 60%
will be held as a guarantee. Once satisfactory work is
178Water Service Fees:completed, 11% of the fee will be retained to cover
administrative costs with the balance refunded to the
applicant.
17925mm (1") Road:
180 2 lanes $ 10,222.99 $ 10,222.99 N01/01/2025 $ 10,631.91 $ - $ 10,631.91 4.00%01/01/2026
181 4 lanes $ 13,171.71 $ 13,171.71 N01/01/2025 $ 13,698.58 $ - $ 13,698.58 4.00%01/01/2026
182 with sewer $ 2,638.93 $ 2,638.93 N01/01/2025 $ 2,744.49 $ - $ 2,744.49 4.00%01/01/2026
183 boulevard - no pavement $ 6,712.06 $ 6,712.06 N01/01/2025 $ 6,980.55 $ - $ 6,980.55 4.00%01/01/2026
18440mm (1-1/2'") Road:
185 2 lanes $ 10,676.20 $ 10,676.20 N01/01/2025 $ 11,103.24 $ - $ 11,103.24 4.00%01/01/2026
186 4 lanes $ 13,206.13 $ 13,206.13 N01/01/2025 $ 13,734.37 $ - $ 13,734.37 4.00%01/01/2026
187 with sewer $ 2,828.25 $ 2,828.25 N01/01/2025 $ 2,941.38 $ - $ 2,941.38 4.00%01/01/2026
188 boulevard - no pavement $ 7,205.43 $ 7,205.43 N01/01/2025 $ 7,493.65 $ - $ 7,493.65 4.00%01/01/2026
18950mm (2") Road:
190 2 lanes $ 11,186.77 $ 11,186.77 N01/01/2025 $ 11,634.24 $ - $ 11,634.24 4.00%01/01/2026
191 4 lanes $ 13,774.07 $ 13,774.07 N01/01/2025 $ 14,325.04 $ - $ 14,325.04 4.00%01/01/2026
192 with sewer $ 3,143.77 $ 3,143.77 N01/01/2025 $ 3,269.52 $ - $ 3,269.52 4.00%01/01/2026
193 boulevard - no pavement $ 8,134.79 $ 8,134.79 N01/01/2025 $ 8,460.18 $ - $ 8,460.18 4.00%01/01/2026
194100mm (4") Road:
195 2 lanes $ 17,336.63 $ 17,336.63 N01/01/2025 $ 18,030.09 $ - $ 18,030.09 4.00%01/01/2026
196 4 lanes $ 20,073.09 $ 20,073.09 N01/01/2025 $ 20,876.01 $ - $ 20,876.01 4.00%01/01/2026
197 with sewer $ 3,143.77 $ 3,143.77 N01/01/2025 $ 3,269.52 $ - $ 3,269.52 4.00%01/01/2026
198 boulevard - no pavement $ 10,096.78 $ 10,096.78 N01/01/2025 $ 10,500.65 $ - $ 10,500.65 4.00%01/01/2026
199150mm (6") Road:
200 2 lanes $ 18,868.36 $ 18,868.36 N01/01/2025 $ 19,623.09 $ - $ 19,623.09 4.00%01/01/2026
201 4 lanes $ 21,604.81 $ 21,604.81 N01/01/2025 $ 22,469.01 $ - $ 22,469.01 4.00%01/01/2026
202 with sewer $ 7,211.17 $ 7,211.17 N01/01/2025 $ 7,499.61 $ - $ 7,499.61 4.00%01/01/2026
203 boulevard - no pavement $ 12,167.77 $ 12,167.77 N01/01/2025 $ 12,654.48 $ - $ 12,654.48 4.00%01/01/2026
204200mm (8") Road:
205 2 lanes $ 21,805.60 $ 21,805.60 N01/01/2025 $ 22,677.83 $ - $ 22,677.83 4.00%01/01/2026
206 4 lanes $ 22,539.91 $ 22,539.91 N01/01/2025 $ 23,441.51 $ - $ 23,441.51 4.00%01/01/2026
207 with sewer $ 8,737.16 $ 8,737.16 N01/01/2025 $ 9,086.64 $ - $ 9,086.64 4.00%01/01/2026
208 boulevard - no pavement $ 13,206.13 $ 13,206.13 N01/01/2025 $ 13,734.37 $ - $ 13,734.37 4.00%01/01/2026
209300mm (12") Road:
210 2 lanes $ 22,901.33 $ 22,901.33 N01/01/2025 $ 23,817.38 $ - $ 23,817.38 4.00%01/01/2026
211 4 lanes $ 24,106.06 $ 24,106.06 N01/01/2025 $ 25,070.30 $ - $ 25,070.30 4.00%01/01/2026
212 with sewer $ 9,941.89 $ 9,941.89 N01/01/2025 $ 10,339.56 $ - $ 10,339.56 4.00%01/01/2026
213 boulevard - no pavement $ 14,410.86 $ 14,410.86 N01/01/2025 $ 14,987.29 $ - $ 14,987.29 4.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 6
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
Fee will either be used to complete the work, or 60%
will be held as a guarantee. Once satisfactory work is
214Fire Hydrants:completed, 11% of the fee will be retained to cover
administrative costs with the balance refunded to the
applicant.
215 Removal of hydrant (no new hydrant required) $ 3,074.93 $ 3,074.93 N01/01/2025 $ 3,197.93 $ - $ 3,197.93 4.00%01/01/2026
216 Installation of new hydrant by Kitchener Utilities $ 11,817.82 $ 11,817.82 N01/01/2025 $ 12,290.53 $ - $ 12,290.53 4.00%01/01/2026
217 Installation of new hydrant by private contractor $ 11,817.82 $ 11,817.82 N01/01/2025 $ 12,290.53 $ - $ 12,290.53 4.00%01/01/2026
218 Hydrant relocation <3m (no restoration and re-use hydrant) $ 6,390.80 $ 6,390.80 N01/01/2025 $ 6,646.43 $ - $ 6,646.43
4.00%01/01/2026
219 Hydrant relocation >3m and/or restoration required (re-use hydrant) $ 12,288.24 $ 12,288.24 N01/01/2025 $ 12,779.77 $ - $ 12,779.77
4.00%01/01/2026
220 Hydrant relocation >3m and/or restoration required (new hydrant) $ 14,835.38 $ 14,835.38 N01/01/2025 $ 15,428.80 $ - $ 15,428.80
4.00%01/01/2026
Fee will either be used to complete the work, or 60%
will be held as a guarantee. Once satisfactory work is
221LRT:completed, 11% of the fee will be retained to cover
administrative costs with the balance refunded to the
applicant.
222Sanitary or Storm connection along LRT route
223 0-200 mm (same location, upsize one pipe size) $ 9,408.36 $ 9,408.36 N01/01/2025 $ 9,784.70 $ - $ 9,784.70 4.00%01/01/2026
224 0-300 mm (different location, upsize more than one pipe size) $ 25,081.32 $ 25,081.32 N01/01/2025 $ 26,084.57 $ - $ 26,084.57 4.00%01/01/2026
225 300 mm and over (different location, upsize more than one pipe size) $ 31,351.65 $ 31,351.65 N01/01/2025 $ 32,605.71 $ - $ 32,605.71
4.00%01/01/2026
226Water connection along LRT route
227 25mm-50mm $ 12,546.40 $ 12,546.40 N01/01/2025 $ 13,048.25 $ - $ 13,048.25 4.00%01/01/2026
228 100mm-200mm $ 25,081.32 $ 25,081.32 N01/01/2025 $ 26,084.57 $ - $ 26,084.57 4.00%01/01/2026
229MISCELLANEOUS FEES:
230Sewer/Storm Inspection Fees:
231 3rd and subsequent engineering inspection fee for site plans $ 625.31 $ 625.31 N01/01/2025 $ 650.32 $ - $ 650.32
4.00%01/01/2026
232 3rd and subsequent engineering inspection fee for subdivisions $ 1,772.67 $ 1,772.67 N01/01/2025 $ 1,843.58 $ - $ 1,843.58
4.00%01/01/2026
Sanitary/Storm pipes/Concrete work (by others) to City pipes
233 $ 2,053.78 $ 2,053.78 N01/01/2025 $ 2,135.93 $ - $ 2,135.93 4.00%01/01/2026
(Engineering inspection)
234 Watermain connection abandonment (by Others)-inspect by City $ 654.00 $ 654.00 N01/01/2025 $ 680.16 $ - $ 680.16
4.00%01/01/2026
235 Watermain tapping/inspection/testing by City - 25mm(1") - 75mm(3") $ 654.00 $ 654.00 N01/01/2025 $ 680.16 $ - $
680.16 4.00%01/01/2026
236 Watermain tapping/inspection by City - 100mm (4") and above $ 3,069.19 $ 3,069.19 N01/01/2025 $ 3,191.96 $ - $ 3,191.96
4.00%01/01/2026
237 Watermain inspection daily rate (work by others, inspection by City) $ 636.79 $ 636.79 N01/01/2025 $ 662.26 $ - $
662.26 4.00%01/01/2026
238Water Connections - Abandonment (Killing) Fees:
239 25mm (1") to 100mm (4") $ 6,356.38 $ 6,356.38 N01/01/2025 $ 6,610.64 $ - $ 6,610.64 4.00%01/01/2026
240 150mm (6") and 200mm (8") $ 8,731.42 $ 8,731.42 N01/01/2025 $ 9,080.68 $ - $ 9,080.68 4.00%01/01/2026
241Frontage Charges (Water):
242 City - per meter $ 94.08 $94.08 N01/01/2025 $ 97.84 $ - $97.84 4.00%01/01/2026
243 City - per foot $ 28.68 $28.68 N01/01/2025 $ 29.83 $ - $29.83 4.00%01/01/2026
244Future Sidewalks/Trails:
245 Future Multi-Use Trail (per m2) $ 56.22 $56.22 N01/01/2025 $ 58.47 $ - $58.47 4.00%01/01/2026
246 Future Sidewalk - 200mm thick (per m2) $ 148.01 $ 148.01 N01/01/2025 $ 153.93 $ - $ 153.93 4.00%01/01/2026
247 Future Sidewalk - 125mm thick (per m2) $ 131.95 $ 131.95 N01/01/2025 $ 137.22 $ - $ 137.22 4.00%01/01/2026
Project Manager Administration Fee for off-site servicing works on
248 $ 98.43 $98.43 N01/01/2025 $ 102.36 $ - $ 102.36 4.00%01/01/2026
regional roads. Price per hour.
Engineering Construction Inspector Administration Fee for off-site
249 $ 89.77 $89.77 N01/01/2025 $ 93.36 $ - $93.36 4.00%01/01/2026
servicing works on regional roads. Price per hour.
APPENDIX E 7
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
250
PLANNING
251Demolition Control Application:
252- First building on site demolished (includes notification sign) $ 1,152.00 $ 1,152.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,198.00 $ - $ 1,198.00
3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
253- If application is decided by Kitchener City Council $ 1,294.00 $ 1,294.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,346.00 $ - $ 1,346.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
254- Each additional building on site demo'd $ 575.00 $ 575.00 N01/01/2025 $ 598.00 $ - $ 598.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
255- Exemption $ 893.00 $ 893.00 N01/01/2025 $ 929.00 $ - $ 929.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
256 Fence Variance Application $ 1,136.00 $ 1,136.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,181.00 $ - $ 1,181.00 3.96%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
257 Group Home Registration (NEW) $ 326.00 $ 326.00 N01/01/2025 $ 339.00 $ - $ 339.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
258 Group Home Registration (RENEWAL) $ 81.00 $81.00 N01/01/2025 $ 84.00 $ - $84.00 3.70%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
259 Heritage Grant Application $ 83.00 $83.00 N01/01/2025 $ 86.00 $ - $86.00 3.61%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
Heritage Review Surcharge - heritage review related to an Official Plan
260 Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, or full Site Plan (Council $ 6,922.00 $ 6,922.00 N01/01/2025 $ 7,199.00 $ - $ 7,199.00
4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
decision required)
Heritage Review Surcharge - heritage review related to an Official Plan
261 $ 3,375.00 $ 3,375.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,510.00 $ - $ 3,510.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, or full Site Plan (delegated
staff approval)
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
hydrogeological studies by the environmental
262 Hydrogeological Study (Environmental Engineering) Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 2,420.00 $ - $ 2,420.00 NEW 01/01/2026
engineer. Regional planning responsibility transferred
to under Bill 23.
263 Information Letters - Planning/Zoning $ 335.00 $ 335.00 N01/01/2025 $ 348.00 $ - $ 348.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
264Letters of Compliance:
265 Residential
266- Regular $ 376.00 $ 376.00 N01/01/2025 $ 391.00 $ - $ 391.00 3.99%01/01/2026
267- Regular, up to 4 dwelling units per lot $ 147.00 $ 147.00 N01/01/2025 $ 153.00 $ - $ 153.00 4.08%01/01/2026
268- Express $ 592.00 $ 592.00 N01/01/2025 $ 616.00 $ - $ 616.00 4.05%01/01/2026
269 All Other
270- Regular $ 528.00 $ 528.00 N01/01/2025 $ 549.00 $ - $ 549.00 3.98%01/01/2026
271- Express $ 800.00 $ 800.00 N01/01/2025 $ 832.00 $ - $ 832.00 4.00%01/01/2026
After a letter of compliance is prepared and sent to an
applicant (such as a potential property purchaser),
the applicant may coordinate with the existing owner
to address deficiencies such as an open building
272 Letter of Compliance - Amendment Fee NEW N NEW $ 120.00 $ - $ 120.00 NEW 01/01/2026permit then request an updated letter to verify that
the matter has been resolved. There is currently no
amendment fee that addresses this situation which
occurs frequently. The fee will cover staff time to
process the update.
273 Mapping Services - Address List (240 metre radius, no names) $ 61.00 $61.00 N01/01/2025 $ 63.00 $ - $63.00 3.28%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
274 Naming of Private Road $ 1,430.00 $ 1,430.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,487.00 $ - $ 1,487.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
275 Neighbourhood Information Meeting Fee (per meeting, as required) $ 1,278.00 $ 1,278.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,329.00 $ - $ 1,329.00
3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
276Official Plan Amendment: $ 34,611.00 $ 34,611.00 N01/01/2025 $ 35,995.00 $ - $ 35,995.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
277- reduced fee if submitted with concurrent ZBA $ 31,150.00 $ 31,150.00 N01/01/2025 $ 32,396.00 $ - $ 32,396.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
APPENDIX E 8
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
278Official Plan Amendment Recirculation Fee $ 8,653.00 $ 8,653.00 N01/01/2025 $ 8,999.00 $ - $ 8,999.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
279- total fee if combined with Minor ZBA $ 12,411.00 $ 12,411.00 N01/01/2025 $ 12,907.00 $ - $ 12,907.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
280- total fee if combined with Major ZBA $ 14,017.00 $ 14,017.00 N01/01/2025 $ 14,578.00 $ - $ 14,578.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
281 Part Lot Control By-Law Renewal $ 501.00 $ 501.00 N01/01/2025 $ 521.00 $ - $ 521.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
282 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 800.00 $ - $ 800.00 NEW 01/01/2026environmental site assessments. Regional
planning
responsibility transferred to under Bill 23.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
283 Phase One Environmental Site Assessment Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 1,120.00 $ - $ 1,120.00 NEW 01/01/2026environmental site assessments. Regional
planning
responsibility transferred to under Bill 23.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
284 Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 1,680.00 $ - $ 1,680.00 NEW 01/01/2026environmental site assessments. Regional
planning
responsibility transferred to under Bill 23.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
285 Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 2,420.00 $ - $ 2,420.00 NEW 01/01/2026environmental site assessments. Regional
planning
responsibility transferred to under Bill 23.
286 Photocopies/Printing - black & white, per page $0.18 $0.20 Y01/01/2025 $0.18 $ 0.02 $0.20 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
287 Photocopies/Printing - colour, per page $0.66 $0.75 Y01/01/2025 $0.66 $ 0.09 $0.75 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
288 Planning Application Signs $ 276.00 $ 276.00 N01/01/2025 $ 287.00 $ - $ 287.00 3.99%01/01/2026
289Pre-submission Consultation:
290- Site Plan Approval $ 1,051.00 $ 1,051.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,093.00 $ - $ 1,093.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
291- Official Plan Amendment or Zoning By-law Amendment $ 757.00 $ 757.00 N01/01/2025 $ 787.00 $ - $ 787.00 3.96%01/01/2026Round
ed to the nearest dollar.
292- Combined OPA/ZBA $ 1,083.00 $ 1,083.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,126.00 $ - $ 1,126.00 3.97%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
293- Condominium (other than vacant land) $ 750.00 $ 750.00 N01/01/2025 $ 780.00 $ - $ 780.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
294- Plan of Subdivision or Vacant Land Condominium $ 1,518.00 $ 1,518.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,579.00 $ - $ 1,579.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
295- Committee of Adjustment $ 379.00 $ 379.00 N01/01/2025 $ 394.00 $ - $ 394.00 3.96%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
296 Public Notice Advertisement Fee - Small (per publication) $ 759.00 $ 759.00 N01/01/2025 $ 789.00 $ - $ 789.00
3.95%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
297 Public Notice Advertisement Fee - Large (per publication) $ 1,518.00 $ 1,518.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,579.00 $ - $ 1,579.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rou
nded to the nearest dollar.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
Record of Site Condition (RSC) and Certificate of Property Use (CPU) records of site conditions and certificates of property
298NEW N NEW $ 560.00 $ - $ 560.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Review Surchargeuse. Regional planning responsibility transferred to
under Bill 23.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing
299 Remediation Report Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 1,680.00 $ - $ 1,680.00 NEW 01/01/2026remediation reports. Regional planning responsibility
transferred to under Bill 23.
As directed by Council for partial recovery of staff time
300 Rental Replacement By-law Application Fee NEW N NEW $ 1,000.00 $ - $ 1,000.00 NEW 01/01/2026
for processing the application.
Review fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing risk
301 Risk Assessment Review Surcharge NEW N NEW $ 2,800.00 $ - $ 2,800.00 NEW 01/01/2026
assessments. Regional planning responsibility
transferred to under Bill 23.
Routine Disclosure Requests (fee per 15 minutes of processing time;
302 $7.50 $7.50 N01/01/2025 $7.50 $ - $7.50 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
photocopying charges extra)
303 Sign By-law Amendment $ 3,375.00 $ 3,375.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,510.00 $ - $ 3,510.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
304 Sign Variance Application $ 1,136.00 $ 1,136.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,181.00 $ - $ 1,181.00 3.96%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
305Signs:
306 New Home Development Signs $ 1,298.00 $ 1,298.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,350.00 $ - $ 1,350.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
307 Permanent Signs
308- per square metre of sign face $ 38.00 $38.00 N01/01/2025 $ 40.00 $ - $40.00 5.26%01/01/2026Rounding.
APPENDIX E 9
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
309 MINIMUM of $ 276.00 $ 276.00 N01/01/2025 $ 287.00 $ - $ 287.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
310- Home Business $ 110.00 $ 110.00 N01/01/2025 $ 114.00 $ - $ 114.00 3.64%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
311- Billboard $ 1,514.00 $ 1,514.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,575.00 $ - $ 1,575.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
312 Video Projection Sign (per year/sign face) $ 2,117.00 $ 2,117.00 N01/01/2025 $ 2,202.00 $ - $ 2,202.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
313*Permanent sign fees double if installed before obtaining a sign permit
314 Portable Signs (including banner & inflatable)
315- Same business, both sides $ 104.00 $ 104.00 N01/01/2025 $ 108.00 $ - $ 108.00 3.85%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
316- Different businesses, one per side $ 162.00 $ 162.00 N01/01/2025 $ 168.00 $ - $ 168.00 3.70%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
New portable sign location if not shown on Landscape Plan or already
317 $ 184.00 $ 184.00 N01/01/2025 $ 191.00 $ - $ 191.00 3.80%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
approved, per site
318*Portable sign fees double if installed before obtaining a sign permit
319Site Plan - Miscellaneous
320- Recirculation fee $ 735.00 $ 735.00 N01/01/2025 $ 764.00 $ - $ 764.00 3.95%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
321- Site Plan Confirmation Letter $ 297.00 $ 297.00 N01/01/2025 $ 309.00 $ - $ 309.00 4.04%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
322Subdivisions and Vacant Land Condominium:
323Subdivision application fee PLUS $ 26,607.00 $ 26,607.00 N01/01/2025 $ 27,671.00 $ - $ 27,671.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
324- Per hectare fee $ 1,839.00 $ 1,839.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,913.00 $ - $ 1,913.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
325- Maximum $ 92,369.00 $ 92,369.00 N01/01/2025 $ 96,064.00 $ - $ 96,064.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
326 Major modification $ 13,304.00 $ 13,304.00 N01/01/2025 $ 13,836.00 $ - $ 13,836.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
327 Minor modification $ 6,652.00 $ 6,652.00 N01/01/2025 $ 6,918.00 $ - $ 6,918.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
328 Registration of a single stage $ 3,245.00 $ 3,245.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,375.00 $ - $ 3,375.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
329- Each additional stage $ 314.00 $ 314.00 N01/01/2025 $ 327.00 $ - $ 327.00 4.14%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
330 Second registration (future phases) $ 6,598.00 $ 6,598.00 N01/01/2025 $ 6,862.00 $ - $ 6,862.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
331Vacant Land Condominium application fee PLUS $ 10,401.00 $ 10,401.00 N01/01/2025 $ 10,817.00 $ - $ 10,817.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
332- Per hectare fee $ 218.00 $ 218.00 N01/01/2025 $ 227.00 $ - $ 227.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
333- Maximum $ 21,042.00 $ 21,042.00 N01/01/2025 $ 21,884.00 $ - $ 21,884.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
334 Major modification $ 5,200.00 $ 5,200.00 N01/01/2025 $ 5,408.00 $ - $ 5,408.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
335 Minor modification $ 2,600.00 $ 2,600.00 N01/01/2025 $ 2,704.00 $ - $ 2,704.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
336 Registration of a single stage $ 3,176.00 $ 3,176.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,303.00 $ - $ 3,303.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
337- Each additional stage $ 314.00 $ 314.00 N01/01/2025 $ 327.00 $ - $ 327.00 4.14%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
338 Temporary Use By-law (Zoning) - maximum 3 years $ 6,270.00 $ 6,270.00 N01/01/2025 $ 6,521.00 $ - $ 6,521.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
339 Temporary Use By-law (Zoning) - renewal (maximum 3 years) $ 1,454.00 $ 1,454.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,512.00 $ - $ 1,512.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rou
nded to the nearest dollar.
340 Zoning By-law Amendment Recirculation Fee (Minor) $ 5,138.00 $ 5,138.00 N01/01/2025 $ 5,344.00 $ - $ 5,344.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
341- total fee if combined with OPA $ 12,411.00 $ 12,411.00 N01/01/2025 $ 12,907.00 $ - $ 12,907.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
342 Zoning By-law Amendment Recirculation Fee (Major) $ 6,922.00 $ 6,922.00 N01/01/2025 $ 7,199.00 $ - $ 7,199.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
343- total fee if combined with OPA $ 14,017.00 $ 14,017.00 N01/01/2025 $ 14,578.00 $ - $ 14,578.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
344Zoning (Occupancy) Certificate $ 335.00 $ 335.00 N01/01/2025 $ 348.00 $ - $ 348.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
345- for home business only $ 167.00 $ 167.00 N01/01/2025 $ 174.00 $ - $ 174.00 4.19%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
346- Zoning (Occupancy) Certificate Amendment $ 167.00 $ 167.00 N01/01/2025 $ 174.00 $ - $ 174.00 4.19%01/02/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
APPENDIX E 10
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
347
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
348 Road Occupancy Permit $ 132.58 $ 132.58 N01/01/2025 $ 137.88 $ - $ 137.88 4.00%01/01/2026
Roadway Closure and/or Partial Closure (Per Lane/Per Day) to a
349 $ 90.41 $90.41 N01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ - $94.03 4.00%01/01/2026
maximum of 2 lanes/per day
350 Mobile Crane Operation $ 241.06 $ 241.06 N01/01/2025 $ 250.70 $ - $ 250.70 4.00%01/01/2026
351 Bike fob fee $ 10.00 $10.00 N01/01/2025 $ 10.00 $ - $10.00 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
352 Sidewalk closure and/or partial closure (per day) $ 10.40 $10.40 N01/01/2025 $ 10.82 $ - $10.82 4.04%01/01/2026
353
PLANNING/ENGINEERING
354Tree Conservation
355- Permit $ 147.00 $ 147.00 N01/01/2025 $ 153.00 $ - $ 153.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
356- Permit with Revisions $ 76.00 $76.00 N01/01/2025 $ 79.00 $ - $79.00 3.95%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
357- Permit Renewal $ 76.00 $76.00 N01/01/2025 $ 79.00 $ - $79.00 3.95%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
358Condominium, other than vacant land:
359 Application fee PLUS $ 6,622.00 $ 6,622.00 N01/01/2025 $ 6,887.00 $ - $ 6,887.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
360 Minor Modification $ 1,656.00 $ 1,656.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,722.00 $ - $ 1,722.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
361 Major Modification $ 3,310.00 $ 3,310.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,442.00 $ - $ 3,442.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
362 Registration $ 2,142.00 $ 2,142.00 N01/01/2025 $ 2,228.00 $ - $ 2,228.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
363Condominium conversion:
364 Application fee PLUS $ 8,478.00 $ 8,478.00 N01/01/2025 $ 8,817.00 $ - $ 8,817.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
365- per unit fee $ 129.00 $ 129.00 N01/01/2025 $ 134.00 $ - $ 134.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
366 Minor site audit review fee (under 30 units) $ 1,019.00 $ 1,019.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,060.00 $ - $ 1,060.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
367 Major site audit review fee (over 30 units) $ 1,357.00 $ 1,357.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,411.00 $ - $ 1,411.00 3.98%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
368 Minor Modification $ 2,120.00 $ 2,120.00 N01/01/2025 $ 2,205.00 $ - $ 2,205.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
369 Major Modification $ 4,239.00 $ 4,239.00 N01/01/2025 $ 4,409.00 $ - $ 4,409.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
370 Registration $ 5,208.00 $ 5,208.00 N01/01/2025 $ 5,416.00 $ - $ 5,416.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
371Part Lot Control
372 Per original lot, block or part thereof $ 3,539.00 $ 3,539.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,681.00 $ - $ 3,681.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
373 First easement (e.g. maintenance easement) PLUS $ 3,539.00 $ 3,539.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,681.00 $ - $ 3,681.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
374 - each subsequent easement required on single detached lots $ 229.00 $ 229.00 N01/01/2025 $ 238.00 $ - $ 238.00
3.93%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
375Site Plan Approval:
376Full Site Plan - PLUS $ 6,662.00 $ 6,662.00 N01/01/2025 $ 6,928.00 $ - $ 6,928.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
377 Per residential unit - AND/OR $ 110.00 $ 110.00 N01/01/2025 $ 114.00 $ - $ 114.00 3.64%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
378 Per square metre GFA - AND/OR
379- non-residential $2.31 $2.31 N01/01/2025 $2.40 $ - $2.40 3.90%01/01/2026
380- renovation $0.53 $0.53 N01/01/2025 $0.55 $ - $0.55 3.77%01/01/2026
381 Commercial parking facilities, per vehicular parking space $ 74.00 $74.00 N01/01/2025 $ 77.00 $ - $77.00 4.05%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
382Stamp Plan A - PLUS $ 3,786.00 $ 3,786.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,937.00 $ - $ 3,937.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
383 Per residential unit - AND/OR $ 110.00 $ 110.00 N01/01/2025 $ 114.00 $ - $ 114.00 3.64%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
384 Per square metre GFA - AND/OR
385- non-residential $2.31 $2.31 N01/01/2025 $2.40 $ - $2.40 3.90%01/01/2026
386- renovation $0.53 $0.53 N01/01/2025 $0.55 $ - $0.55 3.77%01/01/2026
387 Commercial parking facilities, per vehicular parking space $ 74.00 $74.00 N01/01/2025 $ 77.00 $ - $77.00 4.05%01/01/2026
388Stamp Plan B $ 735.00 $ 735.00 N01/01/2025 $ 764.00 $ - $ 764.00 3.95%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
5% of cost 5% of cost 5% of cost 5% of cost
389 Review of Site Development Works Drawings N01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
estimate estimate estimate estimate
390 Letter of Credit Release Additional Inspection Fee $ 973.00 $ 973.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,012.00 $ - $ 1,012.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
APPENDIX E 11
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
391Zoning By-law Amendment
Minor application - changes to zoning regulations (except building
392 $ 20,550.00 $ 20,550.00 N01/01/2025 $ 21,372.00 $ - $ 21,372.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
height and Floor Space Ratio or to add one new permitted use.
393- reduced fee if submitted with concurrent OPA $ 18,495.00 $ 18,495.00 N01/01/2025 $ 19,235.00 $ - $ 19,235.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
394 Major application - all applications which are not minor. $ 27,689.00 $ 27,689.00 N01/01/2025 $ 28,797.00 $ - $ 28,797.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
395- reduced fee if submitted with concurrent OPA $ 24,920.00 $ 24,920.00 N01/01/2025 $ 25,917.00 $ - $ 25,917.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
396 Zoning By-law Amendment for Removal of Holding Provision $ 1,454.00 $ 1,454.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,512.00 $ - $ 1,512.00 3.99%01/01/2026Roun
ded to the nearest dollar.
397
PARKING
398 Monthly Parking - Surface Lots (excluding those listed above) $ 150.35 $ 169.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 150.35 $ 19.55 $ 169.90
0.00%01/01/2026
399 Monthly Parking - Garages $ 170.70 $ 192.89 Y01/01/2025 $ 170.70 $ 22.19 $ 192.89 0.00%01/01/2026
400 Monthly Parking - D/O (reserved) $ 190.50 $ 215.26 Y01/01/2025 $ 190.50 $ 24.77 $ 215.27 0.00%01/01/2026
401 Remote Parking Lot Rate - Bramm Street $ 150.35 $ 169.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 150.35 $ 19.55 $ 169.90 0.00%01/01/2026
402 Hourly Rates (meter/pay & display) $2.39 $2.70 Y01/01/2025 $2.48 $ 0.32 $2.80 3.83%01/01/2026Rounding.
403 Hourly Rates (Hospital Lots) $2.74 $3.10 Y01/01/2025 $2.83 $ 0.37 $3.20 3.17%01/01/2026Rounding.
404 Garage Rates for 2 hours* $3.72 $4.20 Y01/01/2025 $3.89 $ 0.51 $4.40 4.68%01/01/2026Rounding.
405 Garage Rates per 1/2 hour, after 1st 2 hours $1.64 $1.85 Y01/01/2025 $1.73 $ 0.22 $1.95 5.64%01/01/2026Rounding.
Civic District Garage Rate per 1/2 hour for 1st hour only, after that
406 $1.11 $1.25 Y01/01/2025 $1.15 $ 0.15 $1.30 3.38%01/01/2026Rounding.
regular garage rates apply
407 Garage Rates Daily Maximum $ 14.78 $16.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 15.40 $ 2.00 $17.40 4.23%01/01/2026Rounding.
Last increase September 2023. Periodic changes every
408 Theatre Rate $8.85 $10.00 Y09/01/2023 $8.85 $ 1.15 $10.00 0.00%09/01/2026
3-4 years.
Premium Theatre Rate - Lot 14 and Lot 19 (Excluding Valid Accessible Last increase September 2023. Periodic changes every
409 $ 10.62 $12.00 Y09/01/2023 $ 13.27 $ 1.73 $15.00 24.95%09/01/2026
Parking Permit holders)3-4 years.
410 Meter Bagging /day $ 30.00 $33.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.19 $ 4.05 $35.24 3.95%01/01/2026
411 Surface lot daily parking daily maximum $ 11.86 $13.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.35 $ 1.61 $13.96 4.18%01/01/2026
412 Surface lot daily parking (Hospital) daily maximum $ 13.63 $15.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 14.16 $ 1.84 $16.00 3.91%01/01/2026
413 Commercial Permit $ 405.95 $ 458.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 422.20 $ 54.89 $ 477.09 4.00%01/01/2026
414Cash in Lieu of Parking (Downtown Area) $ 46,085.20 $ 46,085.20 N01/01/2025 $ 47,928.60 $ - $ 47,928.60 4.00%01/01/2026
415 City Business Permit $ 243.50 $ 275.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 253.25 $ 32.92 $ 286.17 4.00%01/01/2026
416 Sports Storage Fees - Duke & Ontario Garage (per square foot) $2.39 $2.70 Y01/01/2025 $2.80 $ 0.36 $3.16 17.18%01/01/2026
417 Electric Charging Station Rate per hour $1.33 $1.50 Y01/01/2025 $1.55 $ 0.20 $1.75 16.86%01/01/2026Fee reported incorrectly in 2025.
418 Special Event Rate (After 5 pm and/or Saturdays) $5.31 $6.00 Y01/01/2025 $5.53 $ 0.72 $6.25 4.17%01/01/2026Rounding.
Garage - Night Time Rate (4 pm to 9 am Monday - Friday) + Saturdays
419 $ 65.93 $74.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 68.50 $ 8.91 $77.41 3.90%01/01/2026Rounding.
and Sundays - Charles & Benton Garage
Saturday Flat Rate for Market Customers - Charles & Benton Garage
Rounding.
420 $1.86 $2.10 Y01/01/2025 $1.95 $ 0.25 $2.20 4.66%01/01/2026
(with OTR)
Saturday Flat Rate for Market Vendors and Vendor Staff - Charles &
Rounding.
421 $2.74 $3.10 Y01/01/2025 $2.83 $ 0.37 $3.20 3.15%01/01/2026
Benton Garage
City Hall, Charles & Benton, Duke & Ontario Garage Rate - 5 pm to
Rounding.
422 $5.31 $6.00 Y01/01/2025 $5.53 $ 0.72 $6.25 4.17%01/01/2026
5:59 am (Monday to Saturday)
Meter Bagging /day - duration greater than 1 week but less than 1
Rounding.
423 $ 16.20 $18.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 16.85 $ 2.19 $19.04 4.00%01/01/2026
month
424 Meter Bagging /day - greater than one month $ 10.95 $12.37 Y01/01/2025 $ 11.40 $ 1.48 $12.88 4.12%01/01/2026
Rounding.
425 Electric Charging Station Rate After Fully Charged per hour $2.65 $3.00 Y01/01/2025 $3.10 $ 0.40 $3.50 16.79%01/01/2026
Rounding.
426 Electric Charging Station Rate per hour - On Street $1.77 $2.00 Y01/01/2025 $1.99 $ 0.26 $2.25 12.22%01/01/2026
Rounding.
Part-time 3 day a week permit package - Garage facilities only. Does
427 not include reserved areas. No surface lots. A total of 14 coupons $ 145.13 $ 164.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 145.13 $ 18.87 $
164.00 0.00%01/01/2026Held Flat.
issued per month that expire each month 10% premium
APPENDIX E 12
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
428
BUILDING
The Building Enterprise is proposing a 0% change to
** Except where specifically noted otherwise, where the fee
the 2023 permit fees. Favourable results over the last
429 calculation is based on a monetary amount per sq ft and the amount
few years have allowed the Building Stabilization
calculated totals less than $95, a fee of $95 shall be paid.
reserve fund to reach its target level.
BUILDING PERMITS - Fees tied to cost of providing service associated
430
with regulatory function **
431New Buildings, Additions, Mezzanines
432- Group A: Assembly (finished)-per sq ft. $2.07 $2.07 N01/01/2025 $2.07 $ - $2.07 0.00%01/01/2026
433 Assembly (shell)- per sq ft. $1.82 $1.82 N01/01/2025 $1.82 $ - $1.82 0.00%01/01/2026
434 Outdoor public pool $ 711.00 $ 711.00 N01/01/2025 $ 711.00 $ - $ 711.00 0.00%01/01/2026
435- Group B: Institutional (finished)-per sq ft. $2.21 $2.21 N01/01/2025 $2.21 $ - $2.21 0.00%01/01/2026
436 Institutional (shell)-per sq ft. $1.94 $1.94 N01/01/2025 $1.94 $ - $1.94 0.00%01/01/2026
437- Group C: Residential:
438 Single family, Semi, Row, Townhouse, Duplex-per sq ft. $1.07 $1.07 N01/01/2025 $1.07 $ - $1.07 0.00%01/01/2026
439 Garage/Carport (per bay) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
440 Shed or porch $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
441 Deck or pool $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
442 Apartment building-per sq ft. $1.07 $1.07 N01/01/2025 $1.07 $ - $1.07 0.00%01/01/2026
443 Hotels/Motels-per sq ft. $1.76 $1.76 N01/01/2025 $1.76 $ - $1.76 0.00%01/01/2026
444 Residential care facility-per sq ft. $1.24 $1.24 N01/01/2025 $1.24 $ - $1.24 0.00%01/01/2026
445- Group D: Business & personal services:
446 Office buildings (shell)-per sq ft. $1.49 $1.49 N01/01/2025 $1.49 $ - $1.49 0.00%01/01/2026
447 Office buildings (finished)-per sq ft. $1.76 $1.76 N01/01/2025 $1.76 $ - $1.76 0.00%01/01/2026
448- Group E: Mercantile:
449 Retail stores (shell)-per sq ft. $0.98 $0.98 N01/01/2025 $0.98 $ - $0.98 0.00%01/01/2026
450 Retail stores (finished)-per Sq ft. $1.23 $1.23 N01/01/2025 $1.23 $ - $1.23 0.00%01/01/2026
451- Group F: Industrial:
452 Warehouse, factories (shell)-per sq ft. $0.59 $0.59 N01/01/2025 $0.59 $ - $0.59 0.00%01/01/2026
453 Warehouse, factories (finished)-per sq ft. $0.70 $0.70 N01/01/2025 $0.70 $ - $0.70 0.00%01/01/2026
Interior finishing of warehouse or factory areas only-
454 $0.14 $0.14 N01/01/2025 $0.14 $ - $0.14 0.00%01/01/2026
per sq ft.
455 Parking garage-per sq ft. $0.65 $0.65 N01/01/2025 $0.65 $ - $0.65 0.00%01/01/2026
456 Farm building-per sq ft. $0.34 $0.34 N01/01/2025 $0.34 $ - $0.34 0.00%01/01/2026
457 Foundation $0.14 $0.14 N01/01/2025 $0.14 $ - $0.14 0.00%01/01/2026
458 Conditional Permit-per greatest foot print & sq ft. (Min. $711.00) $0.14 $0.14 N01/01/2025 $0.14 $ - $0.14 0.00%01/01/2026
Interior finishes to previously unfinished area (including finishing of
459 residential basements and major renovations) - all classifications-per $0.37 $0.37 N01/01/2025 $0.37 $ - $0.37 0.00%01/01/2026
sq ft.
460 New roof structure-per sq ft. $0.22 $0.22 N01/01/2025 $0.22 $ - $0.22 0.00%01/01/2026
461 Parking garage renovations-per sq ft. $0.08 $0.08 N01/01/2025 $0.08 $ - $0.08 0.00%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
462Minor Alterations
463 Single partitions, washrooms, new entry, new demising wall, canopies $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $
163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
464Special Categories
465 Air supported structures-per sq ft. $0.40 $0.40 N01/01/2025 $0.40 $ - $0.40 0.00%01/01/2026
466 Temporary tents (per site and event) $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Temporary stages or demountable support structures (per site per
467 $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
event)
468 Temporary buildings $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
469 Portables/per site (excluding port-a-pak) $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
470 Demolitions (minimum of $163)-per sq ft. $0.03 $0.03 N01/01/2025 $0.03 $ - $0.03 0.00%01/01/2026
471 Change of use $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
472 Minor demolition (up to SDD) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
473Miscellaneous
474 Ext. barrier free ramp $ 64.00 $64.00 N01/01/2025 $ 64.00 $ - $64.00 0.00%01/01/2026
475 Fireplace/woodstove (each) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
476 Retaining wall (per linear foot) $2.74 $2.74 N01/01/2025 $2.74 $ - $2.74 0.00%01/01/2026
477 Balcony guard (replace per linear foot) $0.56 $0.56 N01/01/2025 $0.56 $ - $0.56 0.00%01/01/2026
478 Balcony repairs/balcony $ 12.65 $12.65 N01/01/2025 $ 12.65 $ - $12.65 0.00%01/01/2026
479 Shoring & underpinning (per linear foot) $3.04 $3.04 N01/01/2025 $3.04 $ - $3.04 0.00%01/01/2026
480 Ceiling (new or replace)-per sq ft. $0.05 $0.05 N01/01/2025 $0.05 $ - $0.05 0.00%01/01/2026
481 Façade improvement $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
482 Reclad wall -per sq ft. $0.07 $0.07 N01/01/2025 $0.07 $ - $0.07 0.00%01/01/2026
483 All designated structures (except retaining walls, public pools & signs) $ 291.00 $ 291.00 N01/01/2025 $ 291.00 $ - $
291.00 0.00%01/01/2026
484 Solar Collector; low rise residential $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
485 Solar Collector; all other application types $ 291.00 $ 291.00 N01/01/2025 $ 291.00 $ - $ 291.00 0.00%01/01/2026
486 Elevator/escalator/lift $ 291.00 $ 291.00 N01/01/2025 $ 291.00 $ - $ 291.00 0.00%01/01/2026
487 Fire retrofit (per storey) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
488Mechanical Work - Work independent of building permit:
489 HVAC Permit (residential per suite) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
490 HVAC Permit (non-residential)-per sq ft. $0.11 $0.11 N01/01/2025 $0.11 $ - $0.11 0.00%01/01/2026
491 Sprinkler system (minimum $163)-per sq ft. $0.05 $0.05 N01/01/2025 $0.05 $ - $0.05 0.00%01/01/2026
492 Commercial kitchen, spray booth, dust collectors $ 163.00 $ 163.00 N01/01/2025 $ 163.00 $ - $ 163.00 0.00%01/01/2026
493 Standpipe and hose system (retrofit) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
494Electrical Work - Work independent of building permit:
495 Fire alarm system & electrical work (min. $163)-per sq ft. $0.05 $0.05 N01/01/2025 $0.05 $ - $0.05 0.00%01/01/2026
496 Electromagnetic locks (each) & hold open devices $ 39.00 $39.00 N01/01/2025 $ 39.00 $ - $39.00 0.00%01/01/2026
497 Emergency lighting (per storey) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
498Plumbing Work - Work independent of building permit:
499 Plumbing permit (per fixture min. fee $95.00) $ 11.00 $11.00 N01/01/2025 $ 11.00 $ - $11.00 0.00%01/01/2026
500 Disconnect plumbing from septic $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
501 Connect to storm or sewer $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
502 Catchbasins/manholes/roof drains (each) $ 11.00 $11.00 N01/01/2025 $ 11.00 $ - $11.00 0.00%01/01/2026
503 Building/site services (per linear foot) $0.59 $0.59 N01/01/2025 $0.59 $ - $0.59 0.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 14
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
504Sewage System
505 Installation of a new sewage system $ 462.00 $ 462.00 N01/01/2025 $ 462.00 $ - $ 462.00 0.00%01/01/2026
506 Major repair $ 231.00 $ 231.00 N01/01/2025 $ 231.00 $ - $ 231.00 0.00%01/01/2026
507 Minor repair $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
508 Examine revised plans (minimum $95)-per sq ft. $0.20 $0.20 N01/01/2025 $0.20 $ - $0.20 0.00%01/01/2026
509 Minimum permit fee (unless otherwise noted) $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
510 Transfer permit $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
511 Permit to occupy unfinished building $ 95.00 $95.00 N01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ - $95.00 0.00%01/01/2026
512 Special Inspection Fee per hour (i.e. weeknight, weekend) $ 184.00 $ 184.00 N01/01/2025 $ 184.00 $ - $ 184.00
0.00%01/01/2026
513 Special Research Request/Written Request per hour $ 56.00 $56.00 N01/01/2025 $ 56.00 $ - $56.00 0.00%01/01/2026
514Extra Fees
New construction Single Family, Duplex, Semi-detached, Townhouse &
515 $ 500.00 $ 500.00 N01/01/2025 $ 500.00 $ - $ 500.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Triplex Dwelling Units/permit
New construction and additions to Multi-residential, Commercial,
516 $ 10.00 $10.00 N01/01/2025 $ 10.00 $ - $10.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Industrial & Institutional Projects/1,000. CV max. $5,000
Additions/alterations to Single Family, Duplex, Semi-detached,
517 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 N01/01/2025 $ 250.00 $ - $ 250.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Townhouse & Triplex Dwelling Units/permit
Alterations/interior finish permits to Multi-residential, Commercial,
518 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,000.00 $ - $ 1,000.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Industrial & Institutional Projects/permit
This fee has been transferred from the Planning
519 Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) Addressing Sign $ 208.00 $ 208.00 N01/01/2025 $ 208.00 $ - $ 208.00 0.00%01/01/2026
Division Fees to Building as a result of Bill 23.
520 Building Reports/Stats Can Reports (per month) $5.13 $5.80 Y01/01/2025 $5.13 $ 0.67 $5.80 0.00%01/01/2026
521 Subscriptions (Building Reports/Stats Can) (Annual) $ 28.43 $32.13 Y01/01/2025 $ 28.43 $ 3.70 $32.13 0.00%01/01/2026
522 Property Surveys - Records FOI $ 12.50 $12.50 N01/01/2025 $ 12.50 $ - $12.50 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee cannot be changed.
523 Administration Fee $5.00 $5.00 N01/01/2025 $5.00 $ - $5.00 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee cannot be changed.
524 Staff Time/15 min. $7.50 $7.50 N01/01/2025 $7.50 $ - $7.50 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee cannot be changed.
525 File View (street file), cost/severed page $1.00 $1.00 N01/01/2025 $1.00 $ - $1.00 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee cannot be changed.
526 Photocopies (Black & White) - per copy $0.18 $0.20 Y01/01/2025 $0.18 $ 0.02 $0.20 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
527 Request for Environmental records $ 181.50 $ 181.50 N01/01/2025 $ 188.76 $ - $ 188.76 4.00%01/01/2026
528 Grading Certificate/Sewage System Maintenance Letter $ 20.00 $20.00 N01/01/2025 $ 20.00 $ - $20.00 0.00%01/01/2026
529 Coloured Photocopies - per copy $0.66 $0.75 Y01/01/2025 $0.66 $ 0.09 $0.75 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
APPENDIX E 15
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
530
COMMUNITY SERVICES
531
FIRE
532Fire Prevention Administration
533 Fire Report copies $ 101.25 $ 101.25 N01/01/2025 $ 105.50 $ - $ 105.50 4.20%01/01/2026
$42.50+ $42.50+ $44.20+ $44.20+
N
534 Status Letter - Discretionary/Commercial Inspection process01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
$6.55/unit $6.55/unit $6.81/unit $6.81/unit
Status Letter - Applies to specific inspection or enforcement results,
535 $ 43.25 $43.25 N01/01/2025 $ 45.00 $ - $45.00 4.05%01/01/2026
not Discretionary/Commercial Inspections.
536 File Search $ 156.50 $ 176.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 162.75 $ 21.16 $ 183.91 3.99%01/01/2026
537 Additional Hour Charge $ 92.85 $ 104.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.20%01/01/2026
538 Fireworks Display Permit $ 101.25 $ 101.25 N01/01/2025 $ 105.30 $ - $ 105.30 4.00%01/01/2026
539 Open Air Burning Permit $ 101.25 $ 101.25 N01/01/2025 $ 105.30 $ - $ 105.30 4.00%01/01/2026
$652.00/unit
$626.50/unit $626.50/unit $652.00/unit
first hour,
Open Burning Response - Subsequent to original responsefirst hour, first hour, first hour,
540 N01/01/2025$326.00/unit $ - 4.07%01/01/2026
(consumable materials are additional)$313.25/unit per $313.25/unit per $326.00/unit per
per 1/2 hour
1/2 hour after 1/2 hour after 1/2 hour after
after
541 Fire Route - Establishment or Review of existing $ 249.50 $ 281.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 259.50 $ 33.74 $ 293.24 4.01%01/01/2026
542 Fire Route - Additional Hour Charge $ 93.00 $ 105.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.03%01/01/2026
543Fire Prevention - Inspections / Activities
544Fire Safety Plan Review $ 249.50 $ 249.50 N01/01/2025 $ 259.50 $ - $ 259.50 4.01%01/01/2026
545 Fire Regulation Compliance Inspection including 1st hour charge $ 249.50 $ 281.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 259.50 $ 33.74 $ 293.24
4.01%01/01/2026
546 Additional Hour Charge $ 93.00 $ 105.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.03%01/01/2026
547 Re-Inspection Fee - Hourly $ 93.00 $ 105.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.03%01/01/2026
548 Retrofit Inspections including 1st hour charge $ 249.50 $ 281.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 259.50 $ 33.74 $ 293.24 4.01%01/01/2026
549 Additional Hour Charge $ 93.00 $ 105.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.03%01/01/2026
Requested Inspections with a business application including 1st hour
550 $ 249.50 $ 281.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 259.50 $ 33.74 $ 293.24 4.01%01/01/2026
charge
551 Additional Hour Charge $ 93.00 $ 105.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 96.75 $ 12.58 $ 109.33 4.03%01/01/2026
552 Fire Investigations - Townships (Per Hour) $ 127.95 $ 144.58 Y01/01/2025 $ 133.00 $ 17.29 $ 150.29 3.95%01/01/2026
553 Liquor License Inspections including 1st hour charge $ 282.00 $ 318.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 293.00 $ 38.09 $ 331.09 3.90%01/01/2026
554 Additional Hour Charge $ 105.00 $ 118.65 Y01/01/2025 $ 109.00 $ 14.17 $ 123.17 3.81%01/01/2026
555 Rental 50' Length of Hose - per day $ 40.00 $45.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 42.00 $ 5.46 $47.46 5.00%01/01/2026
556 Rental Allied Equipment - per day $ 40.00 $45.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 42.00 $ 5.46 $47.46 5.00%01/01/2026
557 Air Bottle Recharge $ 20.00 $22.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 21.00 $ 2.73 $23.73 5.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 16
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
Fire Prevention - Request Inspections -
558
Discretionary/Commercial/Residential
559 Single Family Home $ 240.00 $ 271.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 250.00 $ 32.50 $ 282.50 4.17%01/01/2026
560 Duplex 9.8 (Owner to provide proof of use as of July 14, 1994) $ 360.00 $ 406.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 375.00 $ 48.75 $ 423.75
4.17%01/01/2026
561 Residential 3 - 5 Units $ 600.00 $ 678.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 624.00 $ 81.12 $ 705.12 4.00%01/01/2026
562 Residential - More than 5 units - 3 stories or Less. $ 840.00 $ 949.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 874.00 $ 113.62 $ 987.62 4.05%01/01/2026
563 Residential - 4 - 6 Stories $ 1,080.00 $ 1,220.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,124.00 $ 146.12 $ 1,270.12 4.07%01/01/2026
564 Residential - 7 - 11 Stories $ 1,320.00 $ 1,491.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,370.00 $ 178.10 $ 1,548.10 3.79%01/01/2026
565 Residential - 12 - 18 Stories $ 1,560.00 $ 1,762.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,625.00 $ 211.25 $ 1,836.25 4.17%01/01/2026
$211.25 +
$1,560.00 + 1762.80 + $1,625.00 + $1,836.25 +
$8.06/
566 Residential - More than 18 Stories (base + cost/additional floor)$59.00/ 66.67/additional Y01/01/2025$62.00/ $70.06/ 4.17%01/01/2026
additional
additional floor floor additional floor additional floor
floor
567 Residential - Parking Garage $ 240.00 $ 271.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 250.00 $ 32.50 $ 282.50 4.17%01/01/2026
568 Residential - Parking Garage with tenant storage permitted in garage. $ 600.00 $ 678.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 624.00 $ 81.12 $
705.12 4.00%01/01/2026
Commercial - Single Tenancy- Less than 1500m2 - 1 floor (building
569 $ 360.00 $ 406.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 375.00 $ 48.75 $ 423.75 4.17%01/01/2026
only, hourly rate applies after 1st hour for additional processes)
$48.75 +
Commercial - Multiple Tenancy- Less than 1500m2 - 1 floor - additional $360.00 + $406.80 + $375.00 + $423.75 +
$15.86/
570 charge per unit (building only, hourly rate applies after 1st hour for $116.50/ $131.65/ Y01/01/2025$122.00/ $137.86/ 4.17%01/01/2026
additional
additional processes)additional unit additional unit additional unit additional unit
unit
Commercial - Single Tenancy- Greater than 1500m2 or less than
571 1500m2 with more than 1 floor (building only, hourly rate applies after $ 720.00 $ 813.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 750.00 $ 97.50 $
847.50 4.17%01/01/2026
1st hour for additional processes)
$97.50 +
Commercial - Multiple Tenancy- More than 1500m2 or less than $720.00 + $813.60 + $750.00 + $847.50 +
$15.86/
572 1500m2 with more than 1 floor - additional charge per unit. (building $116.50/ $131.65/ Y01/01/2025$122.00/ $137.86/ 4.17%01/01/2026
additional
only, hourly rate applies after 1st hour for additional processes)additional unit additional unit additional unit additional unit
unit
573Fire Alarm Monitoring/Month:
574 1G5 Residential Fire Alarm Monitoring Fee - Monthly $7.15 $8.08 Y01/01/2025 $7.45 $ 0.97 $8.42 4.20%01/01/2026
575 Extra Units/Unit - Monthly $4.70 $5.31 Y01/01/2025 $4.90 $ 0.64 $5.54 4.26%01/01/2026
Cellular fees are cost recovery and the prices from Bell
576 Cellular Alarm Fees - Monthly $6.00 $6.78 Y01/01/2025 $6.00 $ 0.78 $6.78 0.00%01/01/2026
are the same for 2026.
Direct Detect Monthly Residential Maintenance Fee - 2 or 3 Smoke
577 $6.00 $6.78 Y01/01/2025 $6.25 $ 0.81 $7.06 4.17%01/01/2026
Alarms
578 Each additional device (smoke alarm, CO detector) - monthly $1.15 $1.30 Y01/01/2025 $1.20 $ 0.16 $1.36 4.35%01/01/2026
579 1G1 Monitor Commercial Non-Required (monthly) - DVAC or AES $ 37.00 $41.81 Y01/01/2025 $ 38.50 $ 5.01 $43.51 4.05%01/01/2026
580 1G2 Monitor Commercial Required (monthly) - DVAC or AES $ 59.00 $66.67 Y01/01/2025 $ 61.40 $ 7.98 $69.38 4.07%01/01/2026
1G10 Monitor Dealer Non-Required - Monthly dealer pricing (COK bills
581 $ 14.00 $15.82 Y01/01/2025 $ 14.60 $ 1.90 $16.50 4.29%01/01/2026
dealer, dealer bills customer)
1G4 Monitor Dealer Required - Monthly dealer pricing (COK bills
582 $ 20.50 $23.17 Y01/01/2025 $ 21.35 $ 2.78 $24.13 4.15%01/01/2026
dealer, dealer bills customer)
1G11 Monitor Small Premise -used for non-required monitoring only
583 $ 22.25 $25.14 Y01/01/2025 $ 23.20 $ 3.02 $26.22 4.27%01/01/2026
(small commercial buildings, churches, 3 story walk ups, student
housing, schools)
584 1G13 Monitor/DVAC Replacement (monthly) $ 74.00 $83.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 77.00 $ 10.01 $87.01 4.05%01/01/2026
585Direct Detect - General Charges 01/01/2026
586 Direct Detect Service Calls - During Business Hours - Hourly* $ 106.00 $ 119.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 110.25 $ 14.33 $ 124.58
4.01%01/01/2026
587*After Hours (minimum call out time of 3 hours)
APPENDIX E 17
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
588Response to Provincial Highways/Truck
Fee is legislated by the Province. Rate is as of January
589 First hour $ 559.86 $ 559.86 N01/01/2025 $ 570.50 $ - $ 570.50 1.90%01/01/20262025. Unknown at this time what
the 2026 rate will
be.
Fee is legislated by the Province. Rate is as of January
590 Each 1/2 hour thereafter $ 279.93 $ 279.93 N01/01/2025 $ 285.25 $ - $ 285.25 1.90%01/01/20262025. Unknown at
this time what the 2026 rate will
be.
591Other Fire Services - Charges
$74.17 unit
$559.86 unit $632.64 unit first $570.50 unit $644.67 unit first
first hour,
Fire Response and Investigation Recovery (consumable materials first hour, hour, first hour, hour,
592 Y01/01/2025$37.08/unit 1.90%01/01/2026Fee matches MTO rate.
additional)$279.93/unit per $316.32/unit per $285.25/unit $322.33/unit per
per ½ hour
½ hour after ½ hour after per ½ hour after ½ hour after
after
$652.00/unit
$626.50/unit $707.95/unit $652.00/unit
first hour,
first hour, first hour, first hour,
593 Technical Responses (consumable materials additional)N01/01/2025$326.00/unit $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
$313.25/unit per $353.97/unit per $326.00/unit per
per 1/2 hour
1/2 hour after 1/2 hour after 1/2 hour after
after
594 Fire Extinguisher Training (Does not Include Not-for Profit Groups) $ 27.50 $31.08 Y01/01/2025 $ 28.60 $ 3.72 $32.32 4.00%01/01/2026
Training Other Fire Departments & Agencies (hourly rate/trainer)
595 $ 130.00 $ 146.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 135.20 $ 17.58 $ 152.78 4.00%01/01/2026
(Course materials and expenses extra)
596 Dispatch systems administration and analysis (Per Hour) $ 88.00 $99.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 95.85 $ 12.46 $ 108.31 8.92%01/01/2026Fee
is based on salary recovery.
597 Post Fire Property Security/Safety (Per Hour) $ 188.00 $ 212.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 231.00 $ 30.03 $ 261.03 22.87%01/01/2026Fee
is based on salary recovery.
Rental of Public Education Equipment to Other Municipal Fire
598 $ 115.00 $ 115.00 N01/01/2025 $ 120.00 $ - $ 120.00 4.35%01/01/2026
Departments (Fixed Fee + consumable materials)
Propane Facility RSMP Review Initial Request for Municipal Data for
599
RSMP *
600 Application + 1st hour charge $ 256.50 $ 289.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 266.75 $ 34.68 $ 301.43 4.00%01/01/2026
601 Additional Hour Charge $ 95.50 $ 107.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.35 $ 12.92 $ 112.27 4.03%01/01/2026
602*Plus additional costs for specialist consulting
603Submission of Propane RSMP and Plan Review
604 Application + 1st hour charge $ 256.50 $ 289.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 266.75 $ 34.68 $ 301.43 4.00%01/01/2026
605 Additional Hour Charge $ 95.50 $ 107.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.35 $ 12.92 $ 112.27 4.03%01/01/2026
606Upon completion of Site Work and Installations
607 Final Site Inspection + 1st hour charge $ 256.50 $ 289.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 266.75 $ 34.68 $ 301.43 4.00%01/01/2026
608 Additional Hour Charge $ 95.50 $ 107.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.35 $ 12.92 $ 112.27 4.03%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 18
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
609
ENFORCEMENT
610 Snow Clearing - Admin fee $ 102.46 $ 102.46 N01/01/2025 $ 106.56 $ - $ 106.56 4.00%01/01/2026
611 Grass/Weed - Admin fee $ 57.89 $57.89 N01/01/2025 $ 60.20 $ - $60.20 4.00%01/01/2026
612 Orders to Comply 20% of costs 20% of costs N01/01/2025 20% of costs $ - 20% of costs 0.00%01/01/2026
613 Fees for Inspections $ 99.07 $99.07 N01/01/2025 $ 103.03 $ - $ 103.03 4.00%01/01/2026
614 Compliance Letters $ 90.29 $90.29 N01/01/2025 $ 93.90 $ - $93.90 4.00%01/01/2026
615 Photocopies/Printing - black & white, per page $0.18 $0.20 Y01/01/2025 $0.18 $ 0.02 $0.20 0.00%01/01/2026
616 Photocopies/Printing - colour, per page $0.76 $0.86 Y01/01/2025 $0.79 $ 0.10 $0.89 4.06%01/01/2026
617 Return of Confiscated Signs (small and easily removable) $ 37.64 $37.64 N01/01/2025 $ 39.14 $ - $39.14 3.99%01/01/2026
618 Return of Confiscated Signs (Larger) $ 139.17 $ 139.17 N01/01/2025 $ 144.74 $ - $ 144.74 4.00%01/01/2026
619 Chicken Registration Fee $ 56.24 $56.24 N01/01/2025 $ 58.49 $ - $58.49 3.99%01/01/2026
620DOG LICENSING FEES:*
621First and Renewal Licenses
622Sterilized Dogs:
After 30 days of first license being required for the dog or after expiry
623 $ 57.67 $57.67 N01/01/2025 $ 59.97 $ - $59.97 3.99%01/01/2026
of previous license
Within 30 days of first license being required for the dog or within 30
624 $ 38.85 $38.85 N01/01/2025 $ 40.41 $ - $40.41 4.00%01/01/2026
days prior to current license expiry
625Non-Sterilized Dogs:
After 30 days of first license being required for the dog or after expiry
626 $ 115.39 $ 115.39 N01/01/2025 $ 120.00 $ - $ 120.00 4.00%01/01/2026
of previous license
Within 30 days of first license being required for the dog or within 30
627 $ 76.47 $76.47 N01/01/2025 $ 79.53 $ - $79.53 4.00%01/01/2026
days prior to current license expiry
628Designated Dogs:
After 30 days of first license being required for the dog or after expiry
629 $ 153.02 $ 153.02 N01/01/2025 $ 159.14 $ - $ 159.14 4.00%01/01/2026
of previous license
Within 30 days of first license being required for the dog or within 30
630 $ 102.85 $ 102.85 N01/01/2025 $ 106.96 $ - $ 106.96 4.00%01/01/2026
days prior to current license expiry
Transfer License:
631 Reduced fee applies to valid licenses from another municipality if $ 10.02 $10.02 N01/01/2025 $ 10.42 $ - $10.42 4.04%01/01/2026
purchased within 30 days of moving to Kitchener
632Animal Boarding fee $ 42.19 $42.19 N01/01/2025 $ 43.88 $ - $43.88 4.00%01/01/2026
Impound Fee for 1st day or part thereof, where a dog has been
633 $ 51.40 $51.40 N01/01/2025 $ 53.45 $ - $53.45 3.99%01/01/2026
impounded
*Discount for all license purchases by Seniors (upon proof of age 65 or
$6.26 $6.26 N01/01/2025 $6.51 $ - $6.51 3.98%01/01/2026
634
older)
635Replacement of lost tag $8.79 $8.79 N01/01/2025 $9.14 $ - $9.14 4.01%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 19
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
636
NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMS & SERVICES
637ROOM RENTALS - ALL CENTRES
Affiliated sport groups receive a 3% reduction off room rental rates as
638
listed
639 Administrative Fee for Contract Changes $ 25.47 $28.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 26.49 $ 3.44 $29.93 4.01%01/01/2026
640 Rental Deposit Required (Minimum) $ 178.79 $ 178.79 N01/01/2025 $ 185.94 $ - $ 185.94 4.00%01/01/2026
641 Community Centre Attendants - Specified Holidays $ 36.64 $41.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 38.10 $ 4.95 $43.05 3.99%01/01/2026
642 Community Centre Attendant $ 25.81 $29.17 Y01/01/2025 $ 26.85 $ 3.49 $30.34 4.02%01/01/2026
643 Kitchen reheating flat fee $ 36.16 $40.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 37.61 $ 4.89 $42.50 4.01%01/01/2026
644 Custodial Hourly Fee $ 22.14 $25.02 Y01/01/2025 $ 23.03 $ 2.99 $26.02 4.01%01/01/2026
645 Custodial hourly fee Specified Holiday $ 33.22 $37.54 Y01/01/2025 $ 34.55 $ 4.49 $39.04 4.01%01/01/2026
646 SOCANPer SOCAN rate schedule.
647 ReSoundPer ReSound rate schedule.
Setting fee to a fixed amount that will not be
648 Damage Deposit $ 500.00 $ 500.00 N01/01/2025 $ 500.00 $ - $ 500.00 0.00%01/01/2026
increased annually.
649BRIDGEPORT COMMUNITY CENTRE
650 Room #1 $ 55.24 $62.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 3.99%01/01/2026
651 Room #2 $ 19.86 $22.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.66 $ 2.69 $23.35 4.01%01/01/2026
652 Room #3 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 4.01%01/01/2026
653 Licensed Event Fee - Room #1 $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
654 Licensed Event Fee - Room #2 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
655 Licensed Event Fee - Room #3 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
656 Insurance - Licensed Event Per Insurance Rate Schedule.
657 Insurance Non-licensed EventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
658CENTREVILLE – CHICOPEE COMMUNITY CENTRE
659 Gym (Single) $ 55.24 $62.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 3.99%01/01/2026
660 Room #1 $ 19.86 $22.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.66 $ 2.69 $23.35 4.01%01/01/2026
661 Room #2 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
662 Room #3 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
663 Licensed Event Fee - Gym (Single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
664 Licensed Event - Room 2 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
665 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
666 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
667CHANDLER MOWAT COMMUNITY CENTRE
668 Room #1 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
669 Room #2 $ 19.86 $22.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.66 $ 2.69 $23.35 4.01%01/01/2026
670 Room #3 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
671 Room #4 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
672 Multi purpose room/Gym (Single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
673 Kitchen (Cooking) per hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.34 $ 4.07 $35.41 3.98%01/01/2026
674 Licensed event Fee - Multi Purpose Room/Gym (Single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
675 Licensed Event Fee - Room 1, 2 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
676 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
677 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
APPENDIX E 20
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
678COUNTRY HILLS COMMUNITY CENTRE
679 Room 1 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
680 Room 2 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
681 Room 3 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 4.01%01/01/2026
Adjusted to reflect consistent pricing for the square
682 Room 4 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 44.42%01/01/2026
footage (previously undercharged).
683 Multipurpose Room/Gym (double) $ 78.62 $88.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.77 $ 10.63 $92.40 4.00%01/01/2026
684 1/2 Multipurpose Room/Gym (single) $ 55.24 $62.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 3.99%01/01/2026
685 Kitchen Only - Cooking per hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.34 $ 4.07 $35.41 3.98%01/01/2026
686 Licensed Event Fee - multipurpose Room/Gym (Double) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
687 Licensed Event Fee - 1/2 multipurpose Room/Gym (Single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
688 Licensed Event Fee - Room 1, 2 or 3 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
689 Insurance - Non Licensed
690 Insurance - Licensed event
691DOON PIONEER PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE
692 Multipurpose Room/Gym (single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
693 Room 1 $ 38.94 $44.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.50 $ 5.26 $45.76 4.01%01/01/2026
694 Room 2 $ 19.85 $22.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.68 $23.33 4.01%01/01/2026
695 Room 3 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 4.01%01/01/2026
696 Gymnasium $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
697 Licensed Event Fee - multipurpose room/Gym (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
698 Licensed Event Fee - Meeting Room $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
699 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
700 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
701HURON BRIGADOON COMMUNITY CENTRE
702 Multipurpose Room 1 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
703 Multipurpose Room 2 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
704 Gym (single) $ 55.24 $62.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 4.00%01/01/2026
705KINGSDALE COMMUNITY CENTRE
706 Room 2 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
707 Room 3 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
708 Room 4 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
709 Room 5 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
710 Room 1 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
711 Gym (Single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
712 Kitchen Only - Cooking per hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.34 $ 4.07 $35.41 3.98%01/01/2026
713 Licensed event fee - Room 2,3,4,5 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
714 Licensed event fee - Gym $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
715MILL COURTLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
716 Room 2 (large multipurpose room) $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
717 Room 1 (craft room) $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
718 Children's Program Room $ 19.85 $22.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.64 $ 2.68 $23.32 3.98%01/01/2026
719 Multipurpose Room/Gym (single) $ 55.24 $62.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 4.00%01/01/2026
720 Licensed Event Fee -Multipurpose Room/ Gym (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
721 Licensed Event Fee - Room 2 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
722 Insurance - Non licensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
723 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
APPENDIX E 21
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
724VICTORIA HILLS COMMUNITY CENTRE
725 Multipurpose Room A (old single gym) $ 55.24 $62.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 4.00%01/01/2026
726 Multipurpose Room B (dance room) $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
727 Multipurpose Room C (new single gym) $ 55.24 $62.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 4.00%01/01/2026
728 Multipurpose Room D (new single gym) $ 55.24 $62.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 4.00%01/01/2026
729 Multipurpose Room C&D (Double gym) $ 78.62 $88.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.76 $ 10.63 $92.39 3.99%01/01/2026
730 Room 1 $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
731 Room 2 $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
732 Room 3 and 4 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
733 Kitchen (cooking) fee/hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.34 $ 4.07 $35.41 3.98%01/01/2026
734 Licensed Event fee - MP Room A $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
735 Licensed event fee - Dance Room B $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
736 Licensed event fee - MP Room C $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
737 Licensed event fee - MP Room D $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
738 Licensed event fee - MP Room C & D $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
739 Licensed Event fee - Room 3/4 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
740 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
741 Insurance - LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
742FOREST HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CENTRE
743 Room 1 $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
744 Room 2 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
745 Room 3 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
746 Room 4 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
747 Multipurpose Room/Gym (single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
748 Kitchen (Cooking) fee/hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.34 $ 4.07 $35.41 3.98%01/01/2026
749 Licensed Event Fee - Multipurpose Room/Gym (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 4.00%01/01/2026
750 Licensed Event Fee - Room 1 and/or 2 $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
751 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
752 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
753STANLEY PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE
754 Meeting Room 1 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
755 Meeting Room 2 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
756 Dance/Meeting Room $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
757 Gym (Triple) $ 95.66 $ 108.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.49 $ 12.93 $ 112.42 4.00%01/01/2026
758 Gym 2/3 (double) $ 78.62 $88.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.76 $ 10.63 $92.39 3.99%01/01/2026
759 Gym 1/3 (single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
760 Kitchen (Cooking) fee/hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.35 $ 4.07 $35.42 4.01%01/01/2026
761 Licensed Event Fee - Gym (triple) $ 95.66 $ 108.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.49 $ 12.93 $ 112.42 4.00%01/01/2026
762 Licensed Event Fee - 2/3 Gym (double) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ 12.22 $ 106.25 4.00%01/01/2026
763 Licensed Event Fee - 1/3 Gym (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ 12.22 $ 106.25 4.00%01/01/2026
764 Licensed Event Fee - Rooms 1, 2 & Dance/Meeting Room $ 60.27 $68.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
765 Licensed Event Fee - Dance Room Full $ 90.42 $ 102.17 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.04 $ 12.22 $ 106.26 4.00%01/01/2026
766 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
767 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
APPENDIX E 22
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
768WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY CENTRE
769 Room 1 NEW Y NEW $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
770 Room 2 NEW Y NEW $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
771 Room 3 NEW Y NEW $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
772 Room 4 NEW Y NEW $ 40.90 $ 5.32 $46.22 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
773 Single Gym NEW Y NEW $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
774 Double Gym NEW Y NEW $ 81.76 $ 10.63 $92.39 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
775 Licensed Event Fee - Rooms 1,2,3,4 NEW Y NEW $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
776 License event fee Single Gym NEW Y NEW $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
777 License event Fee Double Gym NEW Y NEW $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 NEW 01/01/2026New Community Centre room fees.
778 Insurance - Non LicensedPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
779 Insurance - Licensed eventPer Insurance Rate Schedule.
780ROCKWAY SENIOR CENTRE
781 Workshop $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
782 King Street Room $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
783 Games Room $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
784 Boardroom $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
785 Program Room $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
786 Multipurpose room $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
787 Heritage Room (studio) $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
788 Meeting Room $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 3.99%01/01/2026
789 Auditorium $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
790 Patio $ 47.09 $53.21 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.97 $ 6.37 $55.34 3.99%01/01/2026
791 License fee - auditorium $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.02 $ 12.22 $ 106.24 3.99%01/01/2026
792 License fee - meeting room $ 60.27 $68.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
793 License fee - multi-purpose room $ 60.27 $68.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
794 Licensed Event Fee - Patio $ 60.27 $68.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
795 Insurance coverage - non-licensed Per Insurance Rate Schedule.
796 Insurance coverage - licensed Per Insurance Rate Schedule.
797DOWNTOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE
798 Gym 1 (single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
799 Gym 2 (single) $ 61.60 $69.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 64.06 $ 8.33 $72.39 3.99%01/01/2026
800 Gym 1 & 2 (double) $ 78.62 $88.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.76 $ 10.63 $92.39 3.99%01/01/2026
801 Workshop $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
802 Senior Day Program Room 1 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
803 Charles St Room $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
804 Vic School Room $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.69 $23.34 3.98%01/01/2026
805 Multipurpose Room A $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
806 Multipurpose Room B $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
807 Multipurpose Room A & B $ 47.09 $53.21 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.97 $ 6.37 $55.34 3.99%01/01/2026
808 Upstairs Kitchen (Cooking) - fee/hour $ 30.14 $34.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.35 $ 4.07 $35.42 4.01%01/01/2026
809 Preschool Room $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
810 Youth room $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
811 Licensed Event Fee - Gym 1 & 2 (double) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ 12.22 $ 106.25 4.00%01/01/2026
812 Licensed Event Fee - Gym 1 (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ 12.22 $ 106.25 4.00%01/01/2026
813 Licensed Event Fee - Gym 2 (single) $ 90.41 $ 102.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 94.03 $ 12.22 $ 106.25 4.00%01/01/2026
814 Licensed Event Fee - Other Rooms $ 60.27 $68.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 62.68 $ 8.15 $70.83 4.00%01/01/2026
815 Licensed Event Fee - Room A & B $ 81.12 $91.67 Y01/01/2025 $ 84.36 $ 10.97 $95.33 3.99%01/01/2026
816 Insurance coverage - non-licensed Per Insurance Rate Schedule.
817 Insurance coverage - licensed Per Insurance Rate Schedule.
APPENDIX E 23
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
818CSD DIRECT PROGRAMS
819KITCHENER GROUP CARD
820 Adult 55+ $ 16.32 $18.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 16.97 $ 2.21 $19.18 4.00%01/01/2026
821 Preschool, Children and Youth $ 16.32 $18.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 16.97 $ 2.21 $19.18 4.00%01/01/2026
822PROGRAMS CATEGORY A (Per Hour)
823 Adult 55+ $4.58 $5.17 Y01/01/2025 $4.76 $ 0.62 $5.38 4.02%01/01/2026
824 Adults 18 - 54 years $5.57 $6.29 Y01/01/2025 $5.80 $ 0.75 $6.55 4.05%01/01/2026
825 Pre-school, Children and Youth $4.58 $4.58 N01/01/2025 $4.76 $ - $4.76 4.02%01/01/2026
826PROGRAMS CATEGORY B (PER HOUR)
827 Adult 55+ $5.45 $6.16 Y01/01/2025 $5.67 $ 0.74 $6.41 4.04%01/01/2026
828 Adults 18 - 54 years $6.65 $7.51 Y01/01/2025 $6.91 $ 0.90 $7.81 3.98%01/01/2026
829 Pre-school, Children and Youth $5.45 $5.45 N01/01/2025 $5.67 $ - $5.67 4.04%01/01/2026
830PROGRAMS CATEGORY C (PER HOUR)
831 Adult 55+ $6.15 $6.95 Y01/01/2025 $6.39 $ 0.83 $7.22 3.96%01/01/2026
832 Adults 18 - 54 years $7.49 $8.46 Y01/01/2025 $7.79 $ 1.01 $8.80 4.03%01/01/2026
833 Pre-school, Children & Youth $6.15 $6.15 N01/01/2025 $6.39 $ - $6.39 3.96%01/01/2026
834PROGRAMS CATEGORY D (PER HOUR)
835 Adult 55+ $8.32 $9.40 Y01/01/2025 $8.65 $ 1.12 $9.77 3.97%01/01/2026
836 Adults 18 - 54 years $ 10.15 $11.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.56 $ 1.37 $11.93 4.04%01/01/2026
837 Pre-school, Children & Youth $8.32 $8.32 N01/01/2025 $8.65 $ - $8.65 3.97%01/01/2026
838PROGRAMS CATEGORY E (PER HOUR)
839 Adult 55+ $ 10.82 $12.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 11.25 $ 1.46 $12.71 4.01%01/01/2026
840 Adults 18 - 54 years $ 13.22 $14.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 13.75 $ 1.79 $15.54 4.02%01/01/2026
841 Pre-school, Children & Youth $ 10.71 $10.71 N01/01/2025 $ 11.14 $ - $11.14 4.00%01/01/2026
842PAY AS YOU PLAY
843 Adult 55+ (single ticket) $3.93 $4.44 Y01/01/2025 $4.09 $ 0.53 $4.62 4.04%01/01/2026
844 Adult 55+ (book of 10 tickets) $ 35.43 $40.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 36.85 $ 4.79 $41.64 4.00%01/01/2026
845 Adult 55+ (book of 20 tickets) $ 62.99 $71.18 Y01/01/2025 $ 65.51 $ 8.52 $74.03 4.00%01/01/2026
846 Adults-18 to 54 years (single ticket) $4.79 $5.41 Y01/01/2025 $4.99 $ 0.65 $5.64 4.08%01/01/2026
847 Adults-18 to 54 years (book of 10 tickets) $ 43.21 $48.83 Y01/01/2025 $ 44.94 $ 5.84 $50.78 4.00%01/01/2026
848 Adults - 18 to 54 years (book of 20 tickets) $ 76.81 $86.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 79.89 $ 10.39 $90.28 4.00%01/01/2026
849 Pre-school, Children & Youth (single ticket) $2.30 $2.60 Y01/01/2025 $2.39 $ 0.31 $2.70 3.99%01/01/2026
850 Pre-school, Children & Youth (book of 10 tickets) $ 20.96 $23.68 Y01/01/2025 $ 21.79 $ 2.83 $24.62 3.98%01/01/2026
851 Pre-school, Children & Youth (book of 20 tickets) $ 37.25 $42.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 38.74 $ 5.04 $43.78 3.99%01/01/2026
852 Family (single ticket) $ 11.92 $13.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.40 $ 1.61 $14.01 4.04%01/01/2026
853PRIVATE PROGRAMS (PER HOUR)
854 Adult 55+ $ 51.81 $58.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 53.89 $ 7.01 $60.90 4.01%01/01/2026
855 Adults 18 - 54 years $ 63.20 $71.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 65.73 $ 8.54 $74.27 4.00%01/01/2026
856 Pre-school, Children & Youth $ 51.81 $51.81 N01/01/2025 $ 53.89 $ - $53.89 4.01%01/01/2026
857SEMI PRIVATE PROGRAMS (PER HOUR)
858 Adult 55+ $ 25.91 $29.28 Y01/01/2025 $ 26.94 $ 3.50 $30.44 3.99%01/01/2026
859 Adults 18 - 54 years $ 31.60 $35.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 32.86 $ 4.27 $37.13 4.00%01/01/2026
860 Pre-school, Children & Youth $ 25.91 $25.91 N01/01/2025 $ 26.94 $ - $26.94 3.99%01/01/2026
861SENIOR DAY PROGRAM
862 Day Program $ 18.24 $18.24 N01/01/2025 $ 18.97 $ - $18.97 3.99%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 24
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
863YOUTH PROGRAMS
864 MultiSport Mondays $ 70.23 $70.23 N01/01/2025 $ 73.04 $ - $73.04 4.00%01/01/2026
Higher increase to offset increased operating expenses
865 Youth Camp $ 171.81 $ 171.81 N01/01/2025 $ 180.40 $ - $ 180.40 5.00%01/01/2026
to run program.
Higher increase to offset increased operating expenses
866 BLYD $ 87.80 $87.80 N01/01/2025 $ 92.19 $ - $92.19 5.00%01/01/2026
to run program.
867Neighbourhood Camps
868 Holiday Break/PD Programs per day $ 32.06 $32.06 N01/01/2025 $ 33.66 $ - $33.66 4.99%01/01/2026Program had been a pilot but now is
offered ongoing.
Higher increase to offset increased operating expenses
869 Schools Out Camps (per week) $ 98.22 $98.22 N01/01/2025 $ 103.13 $ - $ 103.13 5.00%01/01/2026
to run program.
Higher increase to offset increased operating expenses
870 Full day & full day specialty camp programs (per week) $ 122.77 $ 122.77 N01/01/2025 $ 128.91 $ - $ 128.91
5.00%01/01/2026
to run program.
Higher increase to offset increased operating expenses
871 Before/After Care for Full Day Programs (per week) $ 13.50 $13.50 N01/01/2025 $ 14.00 $ - $14.00 3.71%01/01/2026
to run program.
872DROP IN PROGRAMS
873 Drop-In rate Adult 18-54 (Category A) $6.41 $7.24 Y01/01/2025 $6.67 $ 0.87 $7.24 4.06%01/01/2026
874 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 55+ (Category A) $5.26 $5.94 Y01/01/2025 $5.47 $ 0.71 $5.94 3.99%01/01/2026
875 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 18-54 (Category B) $7.65 $8.64 Y01/01/2025 $7.96 $ 1.03 $8.64 4.05%01/01/2026
876 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 55+ (Category B) $6.27 $7.09 Y01/01/2025 $6.52 $ 0.85 $7.09 3.99%01/01/2026
877 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 18-54 (Category C) $8.61 $9.73 Y01/01/2025 $8.95 $ 1.16 $9.73 3.95%01/01/2026
878 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 55+ (Category C) $7.07 $7.99 Y01/01/2025 $7.35 $ 0.96 $7.99 3.96%01/01/2026
879 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 18-54 (Category D) $ 11.67 $13.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.14 $ 1.58 $13.19 4.03%01/01/2026
880 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 55+ (Category D) $9.57 $10.81 Y01/01/2025 $9.95 $ 1.29 $10.81 3.97%01/01/2026
881 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 18-54 (Category E) $ 15.20 $17.18 Y01/01/2025 $ 15.81 $ 2.06 $17.18 4.01%01/01/2026
882 Drop-in Program rate- Adult 55+ (Category E) $ 12.43 $14.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.93 $ 1.68 $14.05 4.02%01/01/2026
883MOBILE SKATEPARK $ 539.26 $ 609.36 Y01/01/2025 $ 560.83 $ 72.91 $ 633.74 4.00%01/01/2026
APPENDIX E 25
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
KITCHENER MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM COMPLEX
884
(KMAC)
885ROOM RENTALS
886 Banquet Rate $ 542.85 $ 613.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 564.57 $ 73.39 $ 637.96 4.00%01/01/2026
887 Tournament Rate $ 423.63 $ 478.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 440.57 $ 57.27 $ 497.84 4.00%01/01/2026
888 Hall Rental $ 60.80 $68.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 63.23 $ 8.22 $71.45 4.00%01/01/2026
889 Meeting Room Rental - Group 3 $ 39.32 $44.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.89 $ 5.32 $46.21 4.00%01/01/2026
890 Meeting Room Rental - Group 1 $ 19.86 $22.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.68 $23.33 3.99%01/01/2026
891ICE RENTALS - Multi Pad
892 Non-prime $ 171.69 $ 194.01 Y09/01/2025 $ 178.56 $ 23.21 $ 201.77 4.00%09/01/2026
893 Non-prime Affiliated Sports - Dom Cardillo Arena $ 168.40 $ 190.29 Y09/01/2025 $ 175.14 $ 22.77 $ 197.91 4.00%09/01/2026
894 Prime time Affiliated Sports - Dom Cardillo Arena $ 170.55 $ 192.72 Y09/01/2025 $ 177.37 $ 23.06 $ 200.43 4.00%09/01/2026
895 Prime time League $ 275.68 $ 311.52 Y09/01/2025 $ 286.70 $ 37.27 $ 323.97 4.00%09/01/2026
896 Casual/Seasonal/Tournament $ 302.83 $ 342.20 Y09/01/2025 $ 314.95 $ 40.94 $ 355.89 4.00%09/01/2026
897 Floor Rental/HR/Tournament $ 84.94 $95.98 Y04/01/2025 $ 88.34 $ 11.48 $99.82 4.00%04/01/2026
898ICE RENTALS - SINGLE PAD
899 Non-Prime $ 161.95 $ 183.00 Y09/01/2025 $ 168.43 $ 21.90 $ 190.33 4.00%09/01/2026
Increase set at 3% to stay inline with neighbouring
900 Non-prime Affiliated Sports $ 147.90 $ 167.13 Y09/01/2025 $ 152.34 $ 19.80 $ 172.14 3.00%09/01/2026
municipalities.
Increase set at 3% to stay inline with neighbouring
901 Prime time affiliated Sports $ 147.90 $ 167.13 Y09/01/2025 $ 152.34 $ 19.80 $ 172.14 3.00%09/01/2026
municipalities.
902 Prime Time League $ 246.38 $ 278.41 Y09/01/2025 $ 256.24 $ 33.31 $ 289.55 4.00%09/01/2026
903 Casual/Seasonal/Tournament $ 276.45 $ 312.39 Y09/01/2025 $ 287.50 $ 37.38 $ 324.88 4.00%09/01/2026
904 Floor Rental/Tournament Floor $ 81.99 $92.65 Y04/01/2025 $ 85.27 $ 11.09 $96.36 4.00%04/01/2026
905SKATING PROGRAMS
906 Shinny - Non-prime $8.71 $9.84 Y09/01/2025 $9.05 $ 1.18 $10.23 3.95%09/01/2026
907 Shinny - Prime $ 14.93 $16.87 Y09/01/2025 $ 15.52 $ 2.02 $17.54 3.97%09/01/2026
908ADMISSIONS
909 Children 17 and under/session $4.06 $4.59 Y09/01/2025 $4.22 $ 0.55 $4.77 3.92%09/01/2026
910 Adult/session $5.95 $6.72 Y09/01/2025 $6.19 $ 0.80 $6.99 4.05%09/01/2026
911 Family/session $ 13.79 $15.58 Y09/01/2025 $ 14.34 $ 1.86 $16.20 3.99%09/01/2026
912 Seniors/session $4.06 $4.59 Y09/01/2025 $4.22 $ 0.55 $4.77 3.92%09/01/2026
913CENTENNIAL STADIUM
914 Centennial Field - minor $ 50.28 $56.82 Y04/01/2025 $ 52.29 $ 6.80 $59.09 3.99%04/01/2026
915 Centennial Field - adult $ 75.57 $85.39 Y04/01/2025 $ 78.59 $ 10.22 $88.81 4.00%04/01/2026
916 Lights - Centennial $ 72.26 $81.65 Y04/01/2025 $ 75.15 $ 9.77 $84.92 4.00%04/01/2026
917 Lights - Jack Couch $ 66.64 $75.30 Y04/01/2025 $ 69.30 $ 9.01 $78.31 3.99%04/01/2026
918JACK COUCH BALL PARK
919 Sr. Panthers Practice and Game $ 104.46 $ 118.04 Y04/01/2025 $ 108.63 $ 14.12 $ 122.75 4.00%04/01/2026
920 Jr. Panthers Practice and Game $ 100.12 $ 113.14 Y04/01/2025 $ 104.12 $ 13.54 $ 117.66 4.00%04/01/2026
921 Affiliated Jack Couch Park $ 41.72 $47.14 Y04/01/2025 $ 43.39 $ 5.64 $49.03 4.01%04/01/2026
922 Non-affiliated Jack Couch Park $ 64.60 $73.00 Y04/01/2025 $ 67.18 $ 8.73 $75.91 4.00%04/01/2026
APPENDIX E 26
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
923
SPORT DEVELOPMENT
924FIELD UNIT PRICES/HOUR
925 Budd Park Indoor
926 Budd Indoor Field Resident, Non-Resident $ 152.82 $ 172.69 Y07/01/2025 $ 158.93 $ 20.66 $ 179.59 4.00%07/01/2026
927 Budd Indoor field Affiliated $ 127.48 $ 144.05 Y07/01/2025 $ 132.58 $ 17.24 $ 149.82 4.00%07/01/2026
928 Budd Indoor Field Resident, Non-Resident, Non-Prime $ 69.54 $78.58 Y07/01/2025 $ 72.33 $ 9.40 $81.73 4.00%07/01/2026
New fee added to align pricing structure with CRC
929 Budd Indoor field Affiliated, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 66.00 $ 8.58 $74.58 NEW 07/01/2026
Fields.
Budd Indoor field Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Prime New fee added to align pricing structure with CRC
930NEW Y NEW $ 146.00 $ 18.98 $ 164.98 NEW 07/01/2026
Time Fields.
Budd Indoor field Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Non-New fee added to align pricing structure with CRC
931NEW Y NEW $ 69.00 $ 8.97 $77.97 NEW 07/01/2026
Prime Time Fields.
932 Budd Park- Lounge Rental $ 50.33 $56.87 Y01/01/2025 $ 52.34 $ 6.80 $59.14 4.00%01/01/2026
933SPORTS FIELDS
934Field Unit Prices/hour
935Diamonds
936 A1 - Non-Affiliated $ 65.89 $74.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 68.53 $ 8.91 $77.44 4.01%01/01/2026
937 A1 - Affiliated $ 39.37 $44.49 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.94 $ 5.32 $46.26 3.99%01/01/2026
938 A2 - Non-Affiliated $ 59.11 $66.79 Y01/01/2025 $ 61.47 $ 7.99 $69.46 3.99%01/01/2026
939 A2 - Affiliated $ 35.40 $40.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 36.82 $ 4.79 $41.61 4.01%01/01/2026
940 Practice rate - affiliated minor groups $ 24.70 $27.91 Y01/01/2025 $ 25.69 $ 3.34 $29.03 4.01%01/01/2026
941 B - Non-Affiliated $ 21.37 $24.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 22.22 $ 2.89 $25.11 3.98%01/01/2026
942 B - Affiliated $ 12.91 $14.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 13.43 $ 1.75 $15.18 4.03%01/01/2026
943 S - Non-Affiliated $ 16.87 $19.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 17.54 $ 2.28 $19.82 3.97%01/01/2026
944 S - Affiliated $ 10.86 $12.27 Y01/01/2025 $ 11.29 $ 1.47 $12.76 3.96%01/01/2026
945Soccer/Football
946 A1 - Non-Affiliated $ 75.57 $85.39 Y01/01/2025 $ 78.59 $ 10.22 $88.81 4.00%01/01/2026
947 A1 - Affiliated $ 46.50 $52.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.36 $ 6.29 $54.65 4.00%01/01/2026
948 A2 - Non-Affiliated $ 40.24 $45.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 41.85 $ 5.44 $47.29 4.00%01/01/2026
949 A2 - Affiliated $ 24.38 $27.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 25.36 $ 3.30 $28.66 4.02%01/01/2026
950 B1 - Non-Affiliated $ 17.33 $19.58 Y01/01/2025 $ 18.02 $ 2.34 $20.36 3.98%01/01/2026
951 B1 - Affiliated $ 10.44 $11.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.86 $ 1.41 $12.27 4.02%01/01/2026
952 Synthetic Turf - Non-Affiliated $ 120.29 $ 135.93 Y01/01/2025 $ 125.10 $ 16.26 $ 141.36 4.00%01/01/2026
953 Synthetic Turf - Affiliated $ 63.99 $72.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 66.55 $ 8.65 $75.20 4.00%01/01/2026
954 Synthetic Turf - Non-Prime Time $ 50.82 $57.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 52.85 $ 6.87 $59.72 3.99%01/01/2026
955Other Charges
956 Admin fee per group per season (Ball B, S, Football B, S2) $ 110.40 $ 124.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 114.82 $ 14.93 $ 129.75 4.00%01/01/2026
957Cricket
958 Adult League Fee $ 23.43 $26.48 Y01/01/2022 $ 24.37 $ 3.17 $27.54 4.01%01/01/2026
959 Adult league flat rate max 6 hour booking $ 122.45 $ 138.37 Y01/01/2022 $ 127.35 $ 16.56 $ 143.91 4.00%01/01/2026
960 Youth and Neighborhood fee $ 15.71 $17.75 Y01/01/2022 $ 16.34 $ 2.12 $18.46 4.01%01/01/2026
961Volleyball
Beach Courts
962 $ 31.74 $35.87 Y01/01/2025 $ 33.01 $ 4.29 $37.30 4.00%01/01/2026
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
963
AQUATICS PROGRAMS
964RECREATION SWIMS & CRC SINGLE VISIT
965 Children 17 and under and Seniors swim admission $4.07 $4.60 Y01/01/2025 $4.07 $ 0.53 $4.60 0.09%01/01/2026Currently on high end regionally. Maintain 2025 fee.
966 10 visits pass - child/senior NEW Y NEW $ 32.56 $ 4.23 $36.79 NEW 01/01/202610 visit pass. Price = (child/senior admit*0.8)*10 visits
967 Adult 18 and over admission $6.09 $6.89 Y01/01/2025 $6.09 $ 0.79 $6.88 -0.07%01/01/2026Currently on high end regionally. Maintain 2025 fee.
968 10 visits pass- Adult NEW Y NEW $ 48.72 $ 6.33 $55.05 NEW 01/01/202610 visit pass. Price = (adult admit*0.8)*10 visits
1st person is 1st person is full
full price, 2nd price, 2nd person
Group Discount pricing - inclusive replacement for
969 Group Admission NEW Y NEW person 25% off, 25% off, 3-4th NEW 01/01/2026
'family' admission. Available online or in person.
3-4th 50% off, 5-50% off, 5-6th
6th 75% off.75% off.
970 Daily Rate - Child, Senior (Kiwanis Park Only) $6.27 $7.09 Y01/01/2025 $6.52 $ 0.85 $7.37 3.97%01/01/2026New Fee for use at Kiwanis only.
971 Daily Rate - Adult (Kiwanis Park Only) $9.78 $11.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.17 $ 1.32 $11.49 4.03%01/01/2026New Fee for use at Kiwanis only.
1st person is 1st person is full
full price, 2nd price, 2nd person
Group Discount pricing - inclusive replacement for
972 Daily Rate - Group (Kiwanis Park Only)NEW Y NEW person 25% off, 25% off, 3-4th NEW 01/01/2026
'family' admission. Available online or in person.
3-4th 50% off, 5-50% off, 5-6th
6th 75% off.75% off.
973 Kiwanis No Swim Entry Fee $2.03 $2.29 Y01/01/2025 $2.11 $ 0.27 $2.38 3.94%01/01/2026
9743 MONTH PASS - Swim Pass
975 Child and Senior $ 125.20 $ 141.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 125.20 $ 16.28 $ 141.48 0.00%01/01/2026Currently on high end regionally.
Maintain 2025 fee
976 Adult $ 196.70 $ 222.27 Y01/01/2025 $ 196.70 $ 25.57 $ 222.27 0.00%01/01/2026Currently on high end regionally. Maintain
2025 fee
SUMMER SPLASH PASS (access to public swims while outdoor pools
977
are open)
978 Child/Senior $ 33.28 $37.61 Y01/01/2025 $ 34.61 $ 4.50 $39.11 4.00%01/01/2026
979 Adult $ 46.80 $52.88 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.67 $ 6.33 $55.00 4.00%01/01/2026
980KITCHENER CARD
981 14 years and under $ 38.70 $38.70 N01/01/2025 $ 40.25 $ - $40.25 4.01%01/01/2026
982 15 years and over $ 79.46 $89.79 Y01/01/2025 $ 82.63 $ 10.74 $93.37 3.99%01/01/2026
983REGISTRATION FEE – BASIC RATE 1 LESSON (6-10 lessons /session)
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2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
All levels will be the same rate based off of the
implementation of the new Kitchener Swims program
984NEW Y NEW $ 10.22 $ 1.33 $11.55 NEW 01/01/2026
Lessons - Adults 18 and over
launched in January 2025. Still among the most
expensive in the region. All lessons adjusted to top
985 Lessons - Teens 15 and over NEW Y NEW $ 10.22 $ 1.33 $11.55 NEW 01/01/2026
group lesson fee from 2025. Lines separated for
986 Lessons - Teens 13 and 14 NEW N NEW $ 10.22 $ - $10.22 NEW 01/01/2026
flexibility for future adjustments. Fees to increase May
987 Lessons - Parent & Tot, Pre-School, Child NEW N NEW $ 10.22 $ - $10.22 NEW 01/01/2026
2026 for the start of the spring session with Winter
988 Lessons - Swim Patrol NEW N NEW $ 10.22 $ - $10.22 NEW 01/01/2026
989 Lessons - Adapted Aquatics NEW N NEW $ 10.22 $ - $10.22 NEW 01/01/2026
registration opening before 2026 user fees are
Aquatic Sport Programming (Junior Lifeguard Club, Water Polo, Two staff at Leadership rate with a course minimum of
990NEW N NEW $ 10.68 $ - $10.68 NEW 01/01/2026
Lifesaving Sport)6 participants.
991 Parented Aquatic Fitness Class $ 10.57 $11.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.99 $ 1.43 $12.42 3.97%01/01/2026
992LIFESAVING COURSES - exam fee and materials not included
993 Bronze Star +Basic First Aid + CPRA $ 64.85 $64.85 N01/01/2025 $ 67.45 $ - $67.45 4.00%01/01/2026
994 Bronze medallion/Emergency First Aid/CPR-B or Bronze Cross alone $ 85.75 $96.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 89.18 $ 11.59 $ 100.77 4.00%01/01/2026
995 Bronze cross with Standard First Aid/CPR-C $ 132.52 $ 149.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 137.82 $ 17.92 $ 155.74 4.00%01/01/2026
996 Emergency First Aid $ 45.68 $51.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 47.51 $ 6.18 $53.69 4.01%01/01/2026
997 CPR-C $ 34.02 $38.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 35.38 $ 4.60 $39.98 4.00%01/01/2026
998 Bronze Challenge$43.92 $49.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 45.68 $ 5.94 $51.62 4.01%01/01/2026
999LEADERSHIP- exam fee and materials not included
1000 Lifesaving Society Assistant Inst. $ 103.93 $ 117.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 108.09 $ 14.05 $ 122.14 4.00%01/01/2026
1001 Lifesaving Society swim Instructors $ 119.52 $ 135.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 124.30 $ 16.16 $ 140.46 4.00%01/01/2026
1002 National lifeguard $ 254.63 $ 287.73 Y01/01/2025 $ 264.82 $ 34.43 $ 299.25 4.00%01/01/2026
1003 Lifesaving Society Instructors $ 119.52 $ 135.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 124.30 $ 16.16 $ 140.46 4.00%01/01/2026
1004 Standard First Aid/CPR-C $ 83.15 $93.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 86.48 $ 11.24 $97.72 4.00%01/01/2026
1005 Summer Leadership Bundle (BRM/BRC/NL/SW/SFA) $ 499.20 $ 564.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 519.17 $ 67.49 $ 586.66 4.00%01/01/2026
1006 Standard first aid instructors $ 137.88 $ 155.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 143.40 $ 18.64 $ 162.04 4.00%01/01/2026
1007 National lifeguard instructors $ 137.88 $ 155.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 143.40 $ 18.64 $ 162.04 4.00%01/01/2026
1008 Instructor trainer course $ 137.88 $ 155.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 143.40 $ 18.64 $ 162.04 4.00%01/01/2026
1009 Pool operator course $ 61.28 $69.25 Y01/01/2025 $ 63.73 $ 8.29 $72.02 4.00%01/01/2026
1010ADVANCED LEADERSHIP- exam fee and materials not included
1011 Examiners Courses $ 68.92 $77.88 Y01/01/2025 $ 71.68 $ 9.32 $81.00 4.00%01/01/2026
1012 Aquatic Supervisor $ 91.89 $ 103.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 95.57 $ 12.42 $ 107.99 4.00%01/01/2026
1013Re-certification Fees
1014 Bronze Cross recert $ 23.94 $27.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 24.90 $ 3.24 $28.14 4.01%01/01/2026
1015 National lifeguard Recertifications $ 30.64 $34.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.87 $ 4.14 $36.01 4.01%01/01/2026
1016 Standard First Aid/CPR-C recertifications $ 45.68 $51.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 47.51 $ 6.18 $53.69 4.01%01/01/2026
1017 In person recertification $ 34.62 $39.12 Y01/01/2025 $ 36.00 $ 4.68 $40.68 3.99%01/01/2026
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1018PRIVATE LESSONS (30 mins)
10% increase for premium service and hasn't been
adjusted to reflect wage increases over last few years.
Increase still places us below other municipalities
1019 Private lessons for 14 and under $ 36.71 $36.71 N01/01/2025 $ 40.38 $ - $40.38 9.99%01/01/2026within the region for annual increases.
Fees to
increase May 2026 for the start of the spring session
with Winter registration opening before 2026 user
fees are approved.
10% increase for premium service and hasn't been
adjusted to reflect wage increases over last few years.
Increase still places us below other municipalities
1020 Private lessons for 15 and over $ 36.71 $41.48 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.38 $ 5.25 $45.63 9.99%01/01/2026within the region for annual increases.
Fees to
increase May 2026 for the start of the spring session
with Winter registration opening before 2026 user
fees are approved.
60% of private lesson rate to allow for reflection of
increase of premium service that has not been
adjusted to reflect wage increases over the last few
years. Adjusted increase places us below other
1021 Semi-private lessons for 14 and under $ 19.50 $19.50 N01/01/2025 $ 24.23 $ - $24.23 24.26%01/01/2026
municipalities within the region for annual increases.
Fees to increase May 2026 for the start of the spring
session with Winter registration opening before 2026
user fees are approved
60% of private lesson rate to allow for reflection of
increase of premium service that has not been
adjusted to reflect wage increases over the last few
years. Adjusted increase places us below other
1022 Semi private for 15 and over $ 20.40 $23.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 24.23 $ 3.15 $27.38 18.75%01/01/2026
municipalities within the region for annual increases.
Fees to increase May 2026 for the start of the spring
session with Winter registration opening before 2026
user fees are approved
1023SPECIALTY PROGRAMS per hour
Multi-Visit session of our basic Aquafit/lane swim
1024 Sessional Lane/Aquafit programs (senior/child) - per visit NEW Y NEW $3.38 $ 0.44 $3.82 NEW 01/01/2026
programming.
Multi-Visit session of our basic Aquafit/lane swim
1025 Sessional Lane/Aquafit programs (Adult) - per visit NEW Y NEW $5.07 $ 0.66 $5.73 NEW 01/01/2026
programming.
Renamed to Registered Aquatic Fitness Programs
Registered Aquatic Fitness Programs (Boot Camp, Triathlon, Cross
1026 $ 12.19 $13.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.68 $ 1.65 $14.33 4.03%01/01/2026(Boot Camp, Triathlon, Cross Training, AquaCycle, SUP,
Training, AquaCycle, SUP, Yoga, Fitness Groups)
Yoga, Fitness Groups)
1027 Kayaking $ 12.19 $13.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.68 $ 1.65 $14.33 4.03%01/01/2026
1028 Specialty Aquafit - Adult Drop-In $ 12.19 $13.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.68 $ 1.65 $14.33 4.03%01/01/2026
1029 Specialty Aquafit - Child Drop-In $6.26 $6.26 N01/01/2025 $6.51 $ - $6.51 3.98%01/01/2026
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
POOL RENTALS - (All rates per hour)
1030
Total staff required for rental will be determined by aquatic booking
staff, based on established criteria available to public
Change in how we price our pools to just the facility
1031 Tier 1 (CRC main pool, Harry Class, Kiwanis Park) $ 202.84 $ 229.21 Y01/01/2025 $ 150.87 $ 19.61 $ 170.48 -25.62%07/01/2026
costs, all staff costs are additional
Tier 2 (CRC program pool, Forest Heights main pool, Breithaupt main Change in how we price our pools to just the facility
1032 $ 176.96 $ 199.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 123.94 $ 16.11 $ 140.05 -29.96%07/01/2026
pool, Cameron Heights, Grand River Rec Centre, Wilson, Idlewood)costs, all staff costs are additional
Change in how we price our pools to just the facility
1033 Tier 3 (Forest Heights warm pool, Breithaupt warm pool) $ 110.66 $ 125.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 54.99 $ 7.15 $62.14 -50.31%07/01/2026
costs, all staff costs are additional
1034 Affiliate Rate - discount of 25% Y07/01/2026Discount to align with other sports amenities.
1035 Lifeguard per hour $ 28.10 $31.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.02 $ 3.77 $32.79 3.27%01/01/2026
1036 Head Lifeguard per hour NEW Y NEW $ 31.07 $ 4.04 $35.11 NEW 01/01/2026Headguard rate, to be added to pool rentals.
CSA rate, to be added to pool rentals outside of
1037 Customer Service Attendant per hour NEW Y NEW $ 27.09 $ 3.52 $30.61 NEW 01/01/2026
operating hours.
1038 statutory holiday rate per hour = 1.5 X all pool rental rates.NEW Y NEWNEW 07/01/2026Fee to offset labour costs during statutory holidays.
1039SCHOOLBOARD /INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS (youth 0-14 years)
1040 Extra Instructor per hour $ 28.10 $28.10 N01/01/2025 $ 29.02 $ - $29.02 3.27%01/01/2026Percentage based on wage increase.
1041RENTAL GROUP ENTRY FOR PUBLIC SWIM (full swim)
10420-10 entries $ 26.14 $29.53 Y01/01/2025 $ 27.18 $ 3.53 $30.71 4.00%01/01/2026
1043 0-30 Entries $ 52.27 $59.07 Y01/01/2025 $ 54.36 $ 7.07 $61.43 4.00%01/01/2026
1044 31-125 Entries $ 78.41 $88.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.54 $ 10.60 $92.14 4.00%01/01/2026
1045 After hours staffing cost $ 44.37 $50.13 Y01/01/2025 $ 46.14 $ 6.00 $52.14 4.00%01/01/2026
1046 After hours rental rate - Specified holidays $ 61.47 $69.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 63.93 $ 8.31 $72.24 3.99%01/01/2026
1047AQUATIC FACILITY ROOM RENTALS (per hour)
1048 Tier 4 (Rooms 103,201,202,205, (BRC) $ 19.85 $22.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.68 $23.33 4.01%01/01/2026
Tier 3 (Room 206 (BRC), Tim Horton's Shelter (Kiwanis)) Meeting Room
1049 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
GRRC
1050 Tier 2 (Room 109 (BRC) $ 39.31 $44.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.88 $ 5.31 $46.19 3.99%01/01/2026
Tier 1 (Room 207 (BRC), Oktoberfest Lions Hall (GRRC), Beachside
1051 $ 55.24 $62.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 57.45 $ 7.47 $64.92 3.99%01/01/2026
Shelter (Kiwanis))
1052 Kitchen $ 36.17 $40.87 Y01/01/2025 $ 37.62 $ 4.89 $42.51 4.01%01/01/2026
1053BRC GYMNASIUM RENTALS PRICES/HOUR
1054 BRC, Gymnasium, Resident and Non-Resident, Prime Time $ 78.63 $88.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.78 $ 10.63 $92.41 4.00%01/01/2026
Added new price points to align with CRC Gym user
1055 BRC, Gymnasium, Resident and Non-Resident, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 60.00 $ 7.80 $67.80 NEW 01/01/2026
fee structure.
Added new price points to align with CRC Gym user
1056 BRC, Gymnasium, Youth Affiliated, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 62.00 $ 8.06 $70.06 NEW 01/01/2026
fee structure.
Added new price points to align with CRC Gym user
1057 BRC, Gymnasium, Youth Affiliated, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 44.00 $ 5.72 $49.72 NEW 01/01/2026
fee structure.
Added new price points to align with CRC Gym user
1058 BRC, Gymnasium, Non-Affiliated, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 71.00 $ 9.23 $80.23 NEW 01/01/2026
fee structure.
Added new price points to align with CRC Gym user
1059 BRC, Gymnasium, Non-Affiliated, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 55.00 $ 7.15 $62.15 NEW 01/01/2026
fee structure.
1060KIWANIS RENTAL GROUP ADMISSIONS PER HOUR
1061 1 - 60 Guests $ 52.27 $59.07 Y01/01/2025 $ 54.36 $ 7.07 $61.43 4.00%01/01/2026
1062 61 - 125 Guests $ 78.41 $88.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.54 $ 10.60 $92.14 4.00%01/01/2026
1063 126 - 250 Guests $ 104.54 $ 118.13 Y01/01/2025 $ 108.72 $ 14.13 $ 122.85 4.00%01/01/2026
1064 251 - 400 Guests $ 130.68 $ 147.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 135.90 $ 17.67 $ 153.57 4.00%01/01/2026
1065 401 - 550 Guests $ 156.81 $ 177.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 163.08 $ 21.20 $ 184.28 4.00%01/01/2026
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
New User fees created for the newly constructed
1066
COWAN RECREATION CENTRE (CRC)
Cowan Recreation Centre.
1067INDOOR FIELD UNIT PRICES/HOUR
1068 CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Youth Affiliated, Prime Time (Fall/Winter)NEW Y NEW $ 175.00 $ 22.75 $ 197.75 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Youth Affiliated, Non-Prime Time (Fall/Winter)
1069NEW Y NEW $ 88.00 $ 11.44 $99.44 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Youth Affiliated, Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
1070NEW Y NEW $ 88.00 $ 11.44 $99.44 NEW 05/01/2026
1071NEW Y NEW $ 44.00 $ 5.72 $49.72 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Youth Affiliated, Non-Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs,
1072NEW Y NEW $ 200.00 $ 26.00 $ 226.00 NEW 05/01/2026
Prime Time (Fall/Winter)
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Non-
1073NEW Y NEW $ 100.00 $ 13.00 $ 113.00 NEW 05/01/2026
Prime Time (Fall/Winter)
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs,
1074NEW Y NEW $ 100.00 $ 13.00 $ 113.00 NEW 05/01/2026
Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Non-
1075NEW Y NEW $ 50.00 $ 6.50 $56.50 NEW 05/01/2026
Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
1076 CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Resident, Prime Time (Fall/Winter)NEW Y NEW $ 225.00 $ 29.25 $ 254.25 NEW 05/01/2026
1077 CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Resident, Non-Prime Time (Fall/Winter)NEW Y NEW $ 120.00 $ 15.60 $ 135.60 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Resident, Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
1078NEW Y NEW $ 120.00 $ 15.60 $ 135.60 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Resident, Non-Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
1079NEW Y NEW $ 60.00 $ 7.80 $67.80 NEW 05/01/2026
1080 CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Resident, Prime Time (Fall/Winter)NEW Y NEW $ 250.00 $ 32.50 $ 282.50 NEW 05/01/2026
1081 CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Resident, Non-Prime Time (Fall/Winter)NEW Y NEW $ 160.00 $ 20.80 $ 180.80 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Resident, Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
1082NEW Y NEW $ 160.00 $ 20.80 $ 180.80 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Indoor Turf, 1/4 Field, Non-Resident, Non-Prime (Spring/Summer)
1083NEW Y NEW $ 80.00 $ 10.40 $90.40 NEW 05/01/2026
1084CRC GYMNASIUM RENTALS PRICES/HOUR
1085 CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Youth Affiliated, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 82.00 $ 10.66 $92.66 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Youth Affiliated, Non-Prime Time
1086NEW Y NEW $ 55.00 $ 7.15 $62.15 NEW 05/01/2026
1087NEW Y NEW $ 44.00 $ 5.72 $49.72 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Youth Affiliated, Non-Prime Time (Spring/Summer)
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Prime
1088NEW Y NEW $ 105.00 $ 13.65 $ 118.65 NEW 05/01/2026
Time
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Non-Affiliated, Not-For-Profit, Leagues/Clubs, Non-
1089NEW Y NEW $ 70.00 $ 9.10 $79.10 NEW 05/01/2026
Prime Time
1090 CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Resident, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 120.00 $ 15.60 $ 135.60 NEW 05/01/2026
1091 CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Resident, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 72.00 $ 9.36 $81.36 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Non-Resident, Prime Time
1092NEW Y NEW $ 160.00 $ 20.80 $ 180.80 NEW 05/01/2026
CRC, Gymnasium, 1 Gym, Non-Resident, Non-Prime Time
1093NEW Y NEW $ 100.00 $ 13.00 $ 113.00 NEW 05/01/2026
1094CRICKET PRACTICE NETS RENTALS PRICE/HOUR
1095 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, 20 meter, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 37.00 $ 4.81 $41.81 NEW 01/01/2026
1096 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, 20 meter, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 21.00 $ 2.73 $23.73 NEW 01/01/2026
1097 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, 40 meter, Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 53.00 $ 6.89 $59.89 NEW 01/01/2026
1098 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, 40 meter, Non-Prime Time NEW Y NEW $ 32.00 $ 4.16 $36.16 NEW 01/01/2026
1099 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, Bat Rental NEW Y NEW $ 20.00 $ 2.60 $22.60 NEW 01/01/2026
1100 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, Kit Rental NEW Y NEW $ 10.00 $ 1.30 $11.30 NEW 01/01/2026
1101 CRC, Cricket Practice Nets, Bowling Machine NEW Y NEW $ 10.00 $ 1.30 $11.30 NEW 01/01/2026
1102CRC ROOM RENTALS PRICE/HOUR
1103 CRC, Meeting Room, Tier 4 $ 19.85 $22.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.65 $ 2.68 $23.33 4.01%01/01/2026
1104 CRC, Aquatics Room, Tier 3 $ 28.32 $32.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.45 $ 3.83 $33.28 3.99%01/01/2026
1105 CRC, Multi-Purpose Room 1, Tier 2 $ 39.31 $44.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.88 $ 5.31 $46.19 3.99%01/01/2026
1106 CRC, Multi-Purpose Room 2, Tier 2 $ 39.31 $44.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.88 $ 5.31 $46.19 3.99%01/01/2026
1107 CRC, Multi-Purpose Room 3, Tier 2 $ 39.31 $44.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.88 $ 5.31 $46.19 3.99%01/01/2026
1108 CRC, Multi-Purpose Room 4, Tier 2 $ 39.31 $44.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 40.88 $ 5.31 $46.19 3.99%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1109
GOLF
1110MEMBERSHIPS
1111 Junior $ 465.01 $ 525.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 483.61 $ 62.87 $ 546.48 4.00%01/01/2026
1112 Adult full $ 2,004.52 $ 2,265.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,114.77 $ 274.92 $ 2,389.69 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1113 Adult Full Couple $ 3,813.23 $ 4,308.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,022.96 $ 522.98 $ 4,545.94 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1114 55+ Restricted $ 1,047.32 $ 1,183.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,104.92 $ 143.64 $ 1,248.56 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1115 55+ Restricted Couple $ 1,980.20 $ 2,237.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,089.11 $ 271.58 $ 2,360.69 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with
competitors.
1116 Classic 9 Doon - 7 days $ 874.02 $ 987.64 Y01/01/2025 $ 922.09 $ 119.87 $ 1,041.96 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align
with competitors.
1117 Classic 9 Doon - 4 days $ 619.33 $ 699.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 653.39 $ 84.94 $ 738.33 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align
with competitors.
1118 Intermediate Full (19-30) $ 1,423.06 $ 1,608.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,501.33 $ 195.17 $ 1,696.50 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align
with competitors.
1119 Pitch n' Putt $ 116.91 $ 132.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 121.58 $ 15.81 $ 137.39 4.00%01/01/2026
1120 Pitch n' Putt Family $ 258.71 $ 292.34 Y01/01/2025 $ 269.06 $ 34.98 $ 304.04 4.00%01/01/2026
1121GREEN FEES
1122 9 hole course- 9 holes - 7 days/week $ 27.19 $30.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.00 $ 3.77 $32.77 6.66%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
Optimize 9-hole play on 9-hole course. New fee is the
1123 9 hole course - replay rate NEW Y NEW $ 19.25 $ 2.50 $21.75 NEW 01/01/2026
difference between 18-hole and 9-hole green fees.
1124 18 hole fee for Juniors & Member $ 29.35 $33.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 31.25 $ 4.06 $35.31 6.47%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1125 League - 9 holes $ 25.37 $28.67 Y01/01/2025 $ 27.00 $ 3.51 $30.51 6.42%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1126League - 18 holes
1127 Daily Rate - Monday to Thursday $ 44.43 $50.21 Y01/01/2025 $ 48.25 $ 6.27 $54.52 8.60%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1128 Friday Rate $ 47.70 $53.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 51.75 $ 6.73 $58.48 8.49%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
Weekend Prime Rate - Saturdays & Sundays including Statutory
1129 $ 51.36 $58.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 55.50 $ 7.22 $62.72 8.06%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
Holidays
1130 Twilight - 4pm to close $ 29.56 $33.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 32.00 $ 4.16 $36.16 8.25%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with competitors.
1131GAME PACK BUNDLES - 18 Hole
Game Pack Bundles support our ongoing strategy to
1132 10-Game Pack - 18 Hole - Monday to Friday $ 428.19 $ 483.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 451.74 $ 58.73 $ 510.47 5.50%01/01/2026
evolve the golf program toward a pay-per-use model
1133 20-Game Pack - 18 Hole- Monday to Friday $ 808.79 $ 913.93 Y01/01/2025 $ 853.27 $ 110.93 $ 964.20 5.50%01/01/2026
that offers greater flexibility and affordability for
1134 30-Game Pack - 18 Hole - Monday to Friday $ 1,141.83 $ 1,290.27 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,204.63 $ 156.60 $ 1,361.23 5.50%01/01/2026
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
players, as an alternative to traditional memberships.
1135GAME PACK BUNDLES - 9 Hole
1136 10-Game Pack - 9 Hole - Monday to Friday NEW Y NEW $ 272.13 $ 35.38 $ 307.51 NEW 01/01/2026
This model aligns with current trends in sport &
1137 20-Game Pack - 9 Hole - Monday to Friday NEW Y NEW $ 514.02 $ 66.82 $ 580.84 NEW 01/01/2026
recreational programming, where participants
1138 30-Game Pack - 9 Hole - Monday to Friday NEW Y NEW $ 725.68 $ 94.34 $ 820.02 NEW 01/01/2026
increasingly seek choice, convenience, and value.
1139PITCH N PUTT - 9 Hole
1140 Adult $ 10.15 $11.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 10.75 $ 1.40 $12.15 5.91%01/01/2026Fee rounded.
1141 Child $6.67 $7.54 Y01/01/2025 $7.00 $ 0.91 $7.91 4.95%01/01/2026Fee rounded.
Fee rounded.
1142 Senior $7.84 $8.86 Y01/01/2025 $8.25 $ 1.07 $9.32 5.23%01/01/2026
Fee rounded.
1143 Family (4) $ 25.11 $28.37 Y01/01/2025 $ 26.25 $ 3.41 $29.66 4.54%01/01/2026
1144DRIVING RANGE
1145 Small Bucket $5.53 $6.25 Y01/01/2025 $5.75 $ 0.75 $6.50 3.98%01/01/2026Fee rounded.
Fee rounded.
1146 Medium Bucket $7.84 $8.86 Y01/01/2025 $8.25 $ 1.07 $9.32 5.23%01/01/2026
Fee rounded.
1147 Large Bucket $ 12.23 $13.82 Y01/01/2025 $ 12.75 $ 1.66 $14.41 4.25%01/01/2026
1148POWER CART RENTALS
1149 18 holes per person $ 19.53 $22.07 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.50 $ 2.67 $23.17 4.97%01/01/2026Fee rounded.
Fee rounded.
1150 Twilight / 9 holes per person $ 12.81 $14.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 13.50 $ 1.76 $15.26 5.39%01/01/2026
1151 Full Cart Membership $ 888.33 $ 1,003.81 Y01/01/2025 $ 937.19 $ 121.83 $ 1,059.02 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with
competitors.
1152 4-day Cart Membership (Mon-Thu) $ 501.65 $ 566.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 529.24 $ 68.80 $ 598.04 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase
to align with competitors.
1153 Cart Membership $ 116.90 $ 132.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 123.33 $ 16.03 $ 139.36 5.50%01/01/2026Higher increase to align with
competitors.
1154 Power Cart member fee - 18 hole $ 12.48 $14.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 13.25 $ 1.72 $14.97 6.17%01/01/2026Fee rounded.
Fee rounded.
1155 Power Cart member fee - 9 hole $6.70 $7.57 Y01/01/2025 $7.00 $ 0.91 $7.91 4.48%01/01/2026
1156ROOM RENTALS
1157 Capacity 20 or under 1/2 day $ 113.20 $ 127.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 117.73 $ 15.30 $ 133.03 4.00%01/01/2026
1158 Capacity 20 or Full day $ 185.91 $ 210.08 Y01/01/2025 $ 193.35 $ 25.14 $ 218.49 4.00%01/01/2026
1159 Capacity 120 1/2 day $ 566.04 $ 639.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 588.68 $ 76.53 $ 665.21 4.00%01/01/2026
1160 Capacity 120 Full Day $ 860.53 $ 972.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 894.95 $ 116.34 $ 1,011.29 4.00%01/01/2026
Discounts offered on room rental for multiple booking dates & non-
1161
prime times.
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1162
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
1163
OPERATIONS - ROADS & TRAFFIC
1164TRAFFIC/SIGN MANUFACTURING
1165 Sign Manufacturing (internal)Actual Cost Actual Cost N01/01/2025 Actual Cost $ - Actual Cost0.00%01/01/2026
Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost +
1166 Sign Manufacturing Custom (external)Y01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
60% overhead60% overhead 60% overhead 60% overhead
Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost +
1167 Sign Manufacturing Inventoried (external)Y01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
15% overhead15% overhead 15% overhead 15% overhead
Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee
Barricade Rentals Installation
1168 N01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
$2.40/day to $2.40/day to $2.50/day to $2.50/day to
(labour, equipment, 15% overhead + applicable rental fee/day)
max. $122.17max. $122.17 max. $127.06 max. $127.06
Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee
Fencing Rentals Installation
1169$2.40/day to $2.40/day to N01/01/2025$2.50/day to $ - $2.50/day to 4.00%01/01/2026
(labour, equipment, 15% overhead + applicable rental fee/day)
max. $508.57max. $508.57 max. $528.91 max. $528.91
Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee Rental Fee
Delineator Rentals Installation (Labour, Equip, 15% Overhead + Rental
1170 N01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
$2.40/day to $2.40/day to $2.50/day to $2.50/day to
Fee/day)
max. $122.17max. $122.17 max. $127.06 max. $127.06
Construction Signage Installation (Labour, Equip, 15% Overhead + $7.57/day to $7.57/day to $7.87/day to $7.87/day to
1171 N01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
Rental Fee/Day)max. $259.58max. $259.58 max. $269.96 max. $269.96
Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost + Actual Cost +
1172 Bollard RelocationsN01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
15% overhead 15% overhead 15% overhead 15% overhead
1173Utility Cuts
1174 Curb/Gutter/lineal meter $ 211.50 $ 239.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 219.96 $ 28.60 $ 248.56 4.00%01/01/2026
1175 Sidewalk Flat Rate (for < = 7.5 sq meter) $ 1,418.14 $ 1,602.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,474.86 $ 191.73 $ 1,666.59 4.00%01/01/2026
1176 Sidewalk/sq meter (for > 7.5 sq meter) $ 191.82 $ 216.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 199.49 $ 25.93 $ 225.42 4.00%01/01/2026
$15.30/m2
$113.19/m2 + $118.25/m2 + $117.72/m2 + $133.02/m2 +
+ $35.42
1177 Roadway - greater than 20 sq meter$261.97 $273.67 Y01/01/2025$272.45 $307.87 4.00%01/01/2026
mobilizatio
mobilization feemobilization fee mobilization fee mobilization fee
n fee
$20.19/m2
$149.32/m2 + $156.01/m2 + $155.29/m2 + $175.48/m2 +
+ $35.55
1178 Roadway - less than 20 sq meter$261.94 $273.67 Y01/01/2025$273.46 $309.01 4.00%01/01/2026
mobilizatio
mobilization feemobilization fee mobilization fee mobilization fee
n fee
1179 Asphalt - Driveway Ramps/sq meter $ 90.19 $ 101.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 93.80 $ 12.19 $ 105.99 4.00%01/01/2026
1180Roads Misc.
Labour,
Labour, Material Labour, Material Labour, Material
1181 Grading of Lots, etc.N01/01/2025Material & $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
& Equipment& Equipment & Equipment
Equipment
Labour,
Labour, Material Labour, Material Labour, Material
1182 Accident Clean-upN01/01/2025 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
Material &
& Equipment& Equipment & Equipment
Equipment
1183Concrete
1184 Mud jacking/sq meter $ 28.40 $32.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 29.53 $ 3.84 $33.37 3.99%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENCITY OF KITCHENERER | | B BUDUDGGET SUET SUMMARYMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1185
PARKS & CEMETERIES
1186
PARKS
1187Sidewalk Snow Clearing (per linear meter)
1188 Downtown $ 31.28 $31.28 N01/01/2025 $ 32.53 $ - $32.53 4.01%01/01/2026
1189 Standard Sidewalks $9.50 $9.50 N01/01/2025 $9.88 $ - $9.88 4.00%01/01/2026
1190
FORESTRY
1191 Street Tree (non urban) $ 1,200.00 $ 1,356.00 Y $ 1,248.00 $ 162.24 $ 1,410.24 4.00%01/01/2026
Public Tree Removal - based on Diameter at Breast Height (DBH) in
1192 01/01/2026
cm
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1193 Fee 1 - 0-9cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 1,800.00 $ - $ 1,800.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1194 Fee 2 - 10-19cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 3,600.00 $ - $ 3,600.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1195 Fee 3 - 20-39cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 5,400.00 $ - $ 5,400.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1196 Fee 4 - 40-59cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 9,000.00 $ - $ 9,000.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1197 Fee 5 - 60-79cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 12,600.00 $ - $ 12,600.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1198 Fee 6 - 80-100cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 16,200.00 $ - $ 16,200.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1199 Fee 7 - >100cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 21,600.00 $ - $ 21,600.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
Park or Natural Tree Removal (non-amenity tree) - based on
1200 01/01/2026
compensation planting of value of Container Grown Trees (CGT)
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1201 Fee 1 - 10-19cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 980.00 $ - $ 980.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1202 Fee 2 - 20-39cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 1,470.00 $ - $ 1,470.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1203 Fee 3 - 40-59cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 2,450.00 $ - $ 2,450.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1204 Fee 4 - 60-79cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 3,430.00 $ - $ 3,430.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1205 Fee 5 - 80-100cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 4,410.00 $ - $ 4,410.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
New fees based on the recently approved Public Tree
1206 Fee 6 - >100cm DBH (per tree)NEW N NEW $ 5,880.00 $ - $ 5,880.00 NEW 01/01/2026
Bylaw and tree compensation program
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1207 01/01/2026
CEMETERIES
1208INTERMENT CHARGES 01/01/2026
1209 Bereavement Authority of Ontario Consumer protection fee $ 30.00 $33.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 30.00 $ 3.90 $33.90 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1210 Adult, standard depth $ 1,406.00 $ 1,588.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,462.00 $ 190.06 $ 1,652.06 3.98%01/01/2026
1211 Adult, extra deep $ 1,950.00 $ 2,203.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,028.00 $ 263.64 $ 2,291.64 4.00%01/01/2026
1212 Child $ 419.00 $ 473.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 435.00 $ 56.55 $ 491.55 3.82%01/01/2026
1213 Infant No Charge No Charge 01/01/2025 No Charge No Charge 0.00%01/01/2026
1214 Opening/sealing of crypt (end opening) $ 1,082.00 $ 1,222.66 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,125.00 $ 146.25 $ 1,271.25 3.97%01/01/2026
1215 Non-Municipal Cemetery-cremation $ 92.00 $ 103.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 95.00 $ 12.35 $ 107.35 3.26%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for religious cemeteries.
1216 Non-Municipal Cemetery-adult $ 150.00 $ 169.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 156.00 $ 20.28 $ 176.28 4.00%01/01/2026Minimal increase
for religious cemeteries.
Cost recovery increase as recommended by consultant
1217 Saturday Committal Services arriving after 3 p.m. per 1/2 hour $ 155.00 $ 175.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 175.00 $ 22.75 $ 197.75
12.90%01/01/2026
in development of the Cemetery Strategic Plan.
Cost recovery increase as recommended by consultant
1218 weekday Funerals arriving after 3:00 pm per 1/2 hour $ 155.00 $ 175.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 175.00 $ 22.75 $ 197.75 12.90%01/01/2026
in development of the Cemetery Strategic Plan.
1219CREMATION INTERMENT CHARGES
1220 Cremated remains-includes: recording, documentation, staffing $ 522.00 $ 589.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 542.00 $ 70.46 $ 612.46
3.83%01/01/2026
1221 Research Processing Charge $ 190.00 $ 214.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ 25.61 $ 222.61 3.68%01/01/2026
1222 Use of cremation Urn Vault-Manager's Permission Only $ 759.00 $ 857.67 Y01/01/2025 $ 789.00 $ 102.57 $ 891.57 3.95%01/01/2026
1223 Additional Interment (same grave) $ 190.00 $ 214.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ 25.61 $ 222.61 3.68%01/01/2026
1224 Scattering of cremated remains $ 312.00 $ 352.56 Y01/01/2025 $ 324.00 $ 42.12 $ 366.12 3.85%01/01/2026
1225 Ossuary/ includes documentation, recording, staffing $ 260.00 $ 293.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 270.00 $ 35.10 $ 305.10 3.85%01/01/2026
1226LOT PRICES
1227 Single adult, premium grave lot allowing flush marker only $ 3,407.00 $ 3,849.91 y01/01/2025 $ 3,543.00 $ 460.59 $ 4,003.59 3.99%01/01/2026
1228 Single adult grave lot allowing flush marker only $ 2,380.00 $ 2,689.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,475.00 $ 321.75 $ 2,796.75 3.99%01/01/2026
1229 Adult, preferred single, allowing upright marker $ 3,570.00 $ 4,034.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,712.00 $ 482.56 $ 4,194.56 3.98%01/01/2026
1230 Adult, premium preferred single, allowing upright marker $ 4,650.00 $ 5,254.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,836.00 $ 628.68 $ 5,464.68 4.00%01/01/2026
1231 2 grave adult lot allowing upright marker $ 5,950.00 $ 6,723.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 6,188.00 $ 804.44 $ 6,992.44 4.00%01/01/2026
1232 2 grave premium lot allowing upright marker $ 7,030.00 $ 7,943.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 7,311.00 $ 950.43 $ 8,261.43 4.00%01/01/2026
1233 3 grave adult lot allowing upright marker $ 8,005.00 $ 9,045.65 Y01/01/2025 $ 8,325.00 $ 1,082.25 $ 9,407.25 4.00%01/01/2026
1234 3 grave premium lot allowing upright marker $ 9,085.00 $ 10,266.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 9,448.00 $ 1,228.24 $ 10,676.24 4.00%01/01/2026
1235 4 grave lot allowing upright marker $ 10,170.00 $ 11,492.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 10,576.00 $ 1,374.88 $ 11,950.88 3.99%01/01/2026
1236 War Veterans Lot, flush marker 3' x 10' $ 975.00 $ 1,101.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,000.00 $ 130.00 $ 1,130.00 2.56%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for Veteran lots
1237 Youth lot, flush marker $ 820.00 $ 926.60 Y01/01/2025 $ 850.00 $ 110.50 $ 960.50 3.66%01/01/2026Minimal increase for
infant/children lots
1238 Child lot, flush marker 2’x4.5’ $ 384.00 $ 433.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 399.00 $ 51.87 $ 450.87 3.91%01/01/2026Minimal increase
for infant/children lots
1239 Infant lot, flush marker 1’x3’ $ 265.00 $ 299.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 275.00 $ 35.75 $ 310.75 3.77%01/01/2026Minimal increase
for infant/children lots
1240 Child lot, allowing upright marker 5’x3’ $ 810.00 $ 915.30 Y01/01/2025 $ 842.00 $ 109.46 $ 951.46 3.95%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for infant/children lots
1241 Child lot, allowing flush marker 5’x 3’ $ 460.00 $ 519.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 478.00 $ 62.14 $ 540.14 3.91%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for infant/children lots
1242 Infant lot, allowing flush marker 3’x1.5’ $ 265.00 $ 299.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 275.00 $ 35.75 $ 310.75 3.77%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for infant/children lots
1243PROMONTORY POINT/ MC, MJ, 2K, 2S, 2V LOT PRICES
1244 2 grave Adult Lot, allowing upright marker (6' x 10' or equivalent) $ 7,030.00 $ 7,943.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 7,311.00 $ 950.43 $ 8,261.43
4.00%01/01/2026
1245 Adult, preferred single, allowing upright marker (4' x 10') $ 4,650.00 $ 5,254.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,836.00 $ 628.68 $ 5,464.68 4.00%01/01/2026
1246 Green Burial - Sanctuary Wood lots (8'x12') includes trees $ 9,195.00 $ 10,390.35 Y01/01/2025 $ 9,562.00 $ 1,243.06 $ 10,805.06 3.99%01/01/2026
1247CREMATION LOT PRICES
1248 Bronze Memorial Plaque $ 940.00 $ 1,062.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 975.00 $ 126.75 $ 1,101.75 3.72%01/01/2026
1249 Bronze Plaque Installation $ 165.00 $ 186.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 171.00 $ 22.23 $ 193.23 3.64%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1250CREMATION LOT PRICES
1251 Cremation Lot, flush marker (1' x 3') (P & 2M) $ 625.00 $ 706.25 Y01/01/2025 $ 650.00 $ 84.50 $ 734.50 4.00%01/01/2026
1252 Cremation Lot, flush marker (2' x 4.5') $ 988.00 $ 1,116.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,027.00 $ 133.51 $ 1,160.51 3.95%01/01/2026Resale price
only.
1253 Cremation Lot, flush marker (3' x 3') $ 988.00 $ 1,116.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,027.00 $ 133.51 $ 1,160.51 3.95%01/01/2026Resale price
only.
1254 Cremation Lot, flush-estates (4' x 4.5') allows 14" x 30"mrkr $ 1,765.00 $ 1,994.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,835.00 $ 238.55 $ 2,073.55 3.97%01/01/2026Resa
le price only.
Cremation Lot, upright marker-Section 2S/2V (5'x6') Ceremonial
1255 $ 3,938.00 $ 4,449.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,095.00 $ 532.35 $ 4,627.35 3.99%01/01/2026
Garden (3'x4')
1256 War Veterans Cremation Lot, flush marker (3' x 3') $ 787.00 $ 889.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 815.00 $ 105.95 $ 920.95 3.56%01/01/2026Minimal
increase for Veteran lots
1257 Flush Marker Lots (Willows, 2D, 2J & Acacia Gardens) $ 1,349.00 $ 1,524.37 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,400.00 $ 182.00 $ 1,582.00 3.78%01/01/2026
1258 Upright Marker Lots (3' x 5') (Willows) $ 2,168.00 $ 2,449.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,254.00 $ 293.02 $ 2,547.02 3.97%01/01/2026
1259PROMONTORY POINT LOT PRICES
1260 Reflection Stones, Cremation Lots $ 8,500.00 $ 9,605.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 8,840.00 $ 1,149.20 $ 9,989.20 4.00%01/01/2026
1261 Bronze Memorial Plaque $ 1,800.00 $ 2,034.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,872.00 $ 243.36 $ 2,115.36 4.00%01/01/2026
1262 Cremation Lot, upright marker (3' x 6') $ 3,735.00 $ 4,220.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,884.00 $ 504.92 $ 4,388.92 3.99%01/01/2026
1263 Cremation Lot, flush marker (3' x 3') $ 2,812.00 $ 3,177.56 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,924.00 $ 380.12 $ 3,304.12 3.98%01/01/2026
1264STONEY RIDGE & MEADOW LARK COMMONS LOT PRICES
1265 Reflection Stones $ 8,500.00 $ 9,605.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 8,840.00 $ 1,149.20 $ 9,989.20 4.00%01/01/2026
1266 Wall Cremation Lots $ 7,425.00 $ 8,390.25 Y01/01/2025 $ 7,722.00 $ 1,003.86 $ 8,725.86 4.00%01/01/2026
1267 Bronze Memorial Plaque 16" x 10" $ 1,800.00 $ 2,034.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,872.00 $ 243.36 $ 2,115.36 4.00%01/01/2026
1268 Bronze Memorial Plaque 16" x 24" unique product/bronze costs $ 2,500.00 $ 2,825.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,600.00 $ 338.00 $ 2,938.00
4.00%01/01/2026
1269 Bronze Memorial Plaque 18" x 24" unique product/bronze costs $ 2,800.00 $ 3,164.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,912.00 $ 378.56 $ 3,290.56
4.00%01/01/2026
1270 Bronze Memorial Plaque 24" x 30" unique product/bronze costs $ 5,400.00 $ 6,102.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 5,616.00 $ 730.08 $ 6,346.08
4.00%01/01/2026
1271 Cremation Lot, upright marker (3' x 5') $ 3,065.00 $ 3,463.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,187.00 $ 414.31 $ 3,601.31 3.98%01/01/2026
1272 Foundation cost $ 655.00 $ 740.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 681.00 $ 88.53 $ 769.53 3.97%01/01/2026
1273 Cremation Lot, premium flush marker (3' x 3') $ 2,530.00 $ 2,858.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,631.00 $ 342.03 $ 2,973.03 3.99%01/01/2026
1274SCATTERING GARDENS
1275 Bronze Dedication Plaque $ 940.00 $ 1,062.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 975.00 $ 126.75 $ 1,101.75 3.72%01/01/2026
1276 Garden Lot - Flush Marker lot (Acacia Gardens) $ 792.00 $ 894.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 823.00 $ 106.99 $ 929.99 3.91%01/01/2026
1277Columbarium UNITS
1278 Willows $ 2,030.00 $ 2,293.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,110.00 $ 274.30 $ 2,384.30 3.94%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1279 Estate Columbarium, 2 niche front/accommodates 4 urns $ 7,595.00 $ 8,582.35 Y01/01/2025 $ 7,898.00 $ 1,026.74 $ 8,924.74 3.99%01/01/2026Resale
price only.
1280 Estate Columbarium, 3 niche front/accommodates 6 urns $ 8,950.00 $ 10,113.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 9,300.00 $ 1,209.00 $ 10,509.00 3.91%01/01/2026Resale
price only.
1281 Estate Columbarium, 4 niche front/accommodates 8 urns $ 10,315.00 $ 11,655.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 10,700.00 $ 1,391.00 $ 12,091.00 3.73%01/01/2026Resale
price only.
1282 Renaissance estate tower $ 5,110.00 $ 5,774.30 Y01/01/2025 $ 5,314.00 $ 690.82 $ 6,004.82 3.99%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1283 Exterior Niche 4 & Niche 5; Doves in Flight; Meadow Lark $ 3,980.00 $ 4,497.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,300.00 $ 559.00 $ 4,859.00 8.04%01/01/2026Cost
recovery.
1284 Catholic Priest Niche Fee (Renaissance towers) $ 2,600.00 $ 2,938.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,700.00 $ 351.00 $ 3,051.00 3.85%01/01/2026
1285 Arbor Tree $ 9,880.00 $ 11,164.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 10,275.00 $ 1,335.75 $ 11,610.75 4.00%01/01/2026
1286PROMONTORY POINT NICHE PRICES
1287 Bottom and top Rows of peaked unit $ 3,440.00 $ 3,887.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,577.00 $ 465.01 $ 4,042.01 3.98%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1288 All others in unit $ 3,981.00 $ 4,498.53 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,140.00 $ 538.20 $ 4,678.20 3.99%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1289 Bronze Wreath for Outdoor Columbarium Units $ 1,075.00 $ 1,214.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,118.00 $ 145.34 $ 1,263.34 4.00%01/01/2026
1290 Niche replacement door $ 750.00 $ 847.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 780.00 $ 101.40 $ 881.40 4.00%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1291DEDICATION CENTRE NICHES
1292 Unit A-8, B-15, 21, 29, 35, C-36, 42, 50, 56 D-57, 63 $ 3,915.00 $ 4,423.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,071.00 $ 529.23 $ 4,600.23 3.98%01/01/2026
1293 Unit A-9, 13, B-16, 20, 30, 34, C-37, 41, C-51, 55, D-58, 62 Glass $ 3,915.00 $ 4,423.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,071.00 $ 529.23 $ 4,600.23
3.98%01/01/2026
1294 Unit A-10,11,12B-17,18,19B-31,21,33,C-38,39,40,52,53,54,D-59,60,61 $ 4,527.00 $ 5,115.51 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,708.00 $ 612.04 $ 5,320.04
4.00%01/01/2026
1295 Unit A-1,7,B-22,28,C-43,49,D-64,70 $ 6,452.00 $ 7,290.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 6,710.00 $ 872.30 $ 7,582.30 4.00%01/01/2026
1296 Unit A-2,6,B-23,27,C-44,48,D-65,69 $ 6,452.00 $ 7,290.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 6,710.00 $ 872.30 $ 7,582.30 4.00%01/01/2026
1297 Unit A-3,4,5B-24,25,26,C-45,46,47,D-66,67,68 $ 7,080.00 $ 8,000.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 7,363.00 $ 957.19 $ 8,320.19 4.00%01/01/2026
1298Glass Fronted Units
1299 Memorialization with Photoceramic $ 681.00 $ 769.53 Y01/01/2025 $ 708.00 $ 92.04 $ 800.04 3.96%01/01/2026
1300 Memorialization with Plaque Only $ 153.00 $ 172.89 Y01/01/2025 $ 159.00 $ 20.67 $ 179.67 3.92%01/01/2026Cost recovery.
1301MAUSOLEUM UNITS/GARDEN OF HOPE
1302EXTERIOR SINGLES
1303 Rows A and E $ 10,555.00 $ 11,927.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 10,977.00 $ 1,427.01 $ 12,404.01 4.00%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1304 Rows B, C, and D $ 10,555.00 $ 11,927.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 10,977.00 $ 1,427.01 $ 12,404.01 4.00%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1305INTERIOR SINGLES
1306 Rows A and E $ 13,194.00 $ 14,909.22 Y01/01/2025 $ 13,721.00 $ 1,783.73 $ 15,504.73 3.99%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1307 Rows B, C and D $ 13,194.00 $ 14,909.22 Y01/01/2025 $ 13,721.00 $ 1,783.73 $ 15,504.73 3.99%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1308 Interior Tandem $ 19,848.00 $ 22,428.24 Y01/01/2025 $ 20,641.00 $ 2,683.33 $ 23,324.33 4.00%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1309 Replacement of vase/light unit $ 893.00 $ 1,009.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 928.00 $ 120.64 $ 1,048.64 3.92%01/01/2026
1310 Replacement of vase unit $ 540.00 $ 610.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 561.00 $ 72.93 $ 633.93 3.89%01/01/2026
1311 One time electricity charge for light $ 521.00 $ 588.73 Y01/01/2025 $ 541.00 $ 70.33 $ 611.33 3.84%01/01/2026
1312 Mausoleum Interior single crypts $ 1,338.00 $ 1,511.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,391.00 $ 180.83 $ 1,571.83 3.96%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1313 Mausoleum Niches $ 669.00 $ 755.97 Y01/01/2025 $ 695.00 $ 90.35 $ 785.35 3.89%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1314 Spruce Grove Wall Niches $ 669.00 $ 755.97 Y01/01/2025 $ 695.00 $ 90.35 $ 785.35 3.89%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1315 Exterior Niche #1, 2, 3 and Garden of Hope $ 669.00 $ 755.97 Y01/01/2025 $ 695.00 $ 90.35 $ 785.35 3.89%01/01/2026Resale
price only.
DISINTERMENT OF BODIES OR REMAINS does not include cost of
1316
grave opening at a new location
1317 Adult, standard depth with an outer case $ 3,042.00 $ 3,437.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,163.00 $ 411.19 $ 3,574.19 3.98%01/01/2026
1318 Adult, standard depth with NO outer case $ 4,395.00 $ 4,966.35 Y01/01/2025 $ 4,570.00 $ 594.10 $ 5,164.10 3.98%01/01/2026
1319 Child $ 905.00 $ 1,022.65 Y01/01/2025 $ 941.00 $ 122.33 $ 1,063.33 3.98%01/01/2026
1320 Infant $ 445.00 $ 502.85 Y01/01/2025 $ 462.00 $ 60.06 $ 522.06 3.82%01/01/2026
1321 Cremated remains $ 466.00 $ 526.58 Y01/01/2025 $ 484.00 $ 62.92 $ 546.92 3.86%01/01/2026
1322 Cremated remains – common ground $ 287.00 $ 324.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 298.00 $ 38.74 $ 336.74 3.83%01/01/2026
1323 Additional charge if urn vault was used $ 380.00 $ 429.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 395.00 $ 51.35 $ 446.35 3.95%01/01/2026
1324UPRIGHT MARKER CHARGES
1325 Charge for concrete (per cubic foot) includes installation fee $ 31.00 $35.03 Y01/01/2025 $ 34.00 $ 4.42 $38.42 9.68%01/01/2026Cost recovery.
Fee is increased every few years.
1326 Memorial surcharge 1 $ 200.00 $ 226.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 200.00 $ 26.00 $ 226.00 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1327 Memorial surcharge 2 $ 400.00 $ 452.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 400.00 $ 52.00 $ 452.00 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1328 Removal of existing foundation $ 469.00 $ 529.97 Y01/01/2025 $ 487.00 $ 63.31 $ 550.31 3.84%01/01/2026
1329 Inspection fee $ 242.00 $ 273.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 242.00 $ 31.46 $ 273.46 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1330SETTING OF MARKERS
1331 Flush markers less than 173 square inches $ 165.00 $ 186.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 171.00 $ 22.23 $ 193.23 3.64%01/01/2026
1332 Flush markers >173 square inches but< 288 square inches $ 234.00 $ 264.42 Y01/01/2025 $ 243.00 $ 31.59 $ 274.59 3.85%01/01/2026
1333 Care & Maintenance $ 100.00 $ 113.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 100.00 $ 13.00 $ 113.00 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1334 Flush markers > 288 square inches $ 275.00 $ 310.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 286.00 $ 37.18 $ 323.18 4.00%01/01/2026
1335 Care & Maintenance $ 100.00 $ 113.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 100.00 $ 13.00 $ 113.00 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1336 Flower Containers supplied by owner $ 90.00 $ 101.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 93.00 $ 12.09 $ 105.09 3.33%01/01/2026
1337 Galvanized flower containers – supplied/installed by cemetery $ 104.00 $ 117.52 Y01/01/2025 $ 108.00 $ 14.04 $ 122.04
3.85%01/01/2026
1338 Die cast flower containers–supplied/installed by cemetery $ 229.00 $ 258.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 238.00 $ 30.94 $ 268.94 3.93%01/01/2026
1339 Crypt Door Removal $ 130.00 $ 146.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 135.00 $ 17.55 $ 152.55 3.85%01/01/2026
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1340FLOWER BEDS
1341Installation of a new flowerbed by cemetery
1342 Prepare for planting $ 38.00 $42.94 Y01/01/2025 $ 39.00 $ 5.07 $44.07 2.63%01/01/2026
1343 Water & Fertilizing $ 85.00 $96.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 88.00 $ 11.44 $99.44 3.53%01/01/2026
1344 Supply annuals, plant and maintain (/year) $ 180.00 $ 203.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 187.00 $ 24.31 $ 211.31 3.89%01/01/2026
1345EVERGREENS/SHRUBS
1346 Planting cost (per plant) $ 22.00 $24.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 22.00 $ 2.86 $24.86 0.00%01/01/2026
1347HOLIDAY CHARGES
1348 Casket interment charge $ 702.00 $ 793.26 Y01/01/2025 $ 730.00 $ 94.90 $ 824.90 3.99%01/01/2026
1349 Non-Municipal Cemeteries $ 978.00 $ 1,105.14 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,017.00 $ 132.21 $ 1,149.21 3.99%01/01/2026
1350 Infant/cremation burial requiring one staff $ 353.00 $ 398.89 Y01/01/2025 $ 367.00 $ 47.71 $ 414.71 3.97%01/01/2026
1351 Additional charge for cremation/retort $ 369.00 $ 416.97 Y01/01/2025 $ 383.00 $ 49.79 $ 432.79 3.79%01/01/2026
1352MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES
1353 Replacement Card or Key $ 29.00 $32.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 30.00 $ 3.90 $33.90 3.45%01/01/2026
1354 Concrete and/or Metal Vault/Liner surcharge $ 40.00 $45.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 41.00 $ 5.33 $46.33 2.50%01/01/2026
1355 Cremated remains – common ground $ 380.00 $ 429.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 395.00 $ 51.35 $ 446.35 3.95%01/01/2026
This is a set price by the Region of Waterloo based on
1356 Regional Services - Adult flush marker $ 711.00 $ 711.00 N01/01/2025 $ 649.00 $ - $ 649.00 -8.72%01/01/2026
their funding.
1357 Use of Mortuary (per month) $ 125.00 $ 141.25 Y01/01/2025 $ 130.00 $ 16.90 $ 146.90 4.00%01/01/2026
1358ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGES
1359 Refund of Interment Rights Administrative Fee $ 350.00 $ 395.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 350.00 $ 45.50 $ 395.50 0.00%01/01/2026This
fee is legislated.
1360 Transfer of interment rights Deed Rights $ 350.00 $ 395.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 350.00 $ 45.50 $ 395.50 0.00%01/01/2026This
fee is legislated.
1361Application for Reservation by Rights Holder
1362 Application for Reservation - Rights Holder Deceased $ 115.00 $ 129.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ 15.47 $ 134.47 3.48%01/01/2026
1363 Service Fee-duplicate deed $ 63.00 $71.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 65.00 $ 8.45 $73.45 3.17%01/01/2026
1364 Administrative Fee-Refund lesser of 10% or $350.00 Per Act Per Act Y01/01/2025 Per Act Per Act Per Act 0.00%01/01/2026This fee is legislated.
1365 Genealogical Research $ 43.00 $48.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 44.00 $ 5.72 $49.72 2.33%01/01/2026
1366 Removal/Transfer remains to FH (from Niche) $ 96.00 $ 108.48 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.00 $ 12.87 $ 111.87 3.13%01/01/2026
1367CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF LOTS SOLD PRIOR TO 1955 $ 200.00 $ 226.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 200.00 $ 26.00 $ 226.00 0.00%01/01/2026This
fee is legislated.
1368WILLIAMSBURG DEDICATION CENTRE
1369 Monday to Friday Memorial Service, 1 hour/No Room set-up $ 152.00 $ 171.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 158.00 $ 20.54 $ 178.54
3.95%01/01/2026
1370 Monday to Saturday Services (room set-up incl. up to 3 hours) $ 562.00 $ 635.06 Y01/01/2025 $ 584.00 $ 75.92 $ 659.92
3.91%01/01/2026
1371 Sunday Services (room set-up incl. up to 3 hours) $ 815.00 $ 920.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 847.00 $ 110.11 $ 957.11 3.93%01/01/2026
1372 Saturday Memorial Service 1 hour, no set up $ 206.00 $ 232.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 214.00 $ 27.82 $ 241.82 3.88%01/01/2026
1373 Weddings -flat fee-including rehearsal $ 603.00 $ 681.39 Y01/01/2025 $ 614.00 $ 79.82 $ 693.82 1.82%01/01/20262026
pricing (as approved previous year)
1374 Weddings -flat fee-including rehearsal $ 614.00 $ 693.82 y01/01/2025 $ 627.00 $ 81.51 $ 708.51 2.12%01/01/20262027
Pricing.
1375 Facility Attendant Conversion $ 214.00 $ 241.82 y01/01/2025 $ 222.00 $ 28.86 $ 250.86 3.74%01/01/2026
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1376MEMORIAL PROGRAM
1377 Memorial tree, including granite mounted bronze plaque $ 1,950.00 $ 2,203.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,028.00 $ 263.64 $ 2,291.64 4.00%01/01/2026
1378 Larger rock for additional plaque (memorial tree option) $ 780.00 $ 881.40 Y01/01/2025 $ 811.00 $ 105.43 $ 916.43 3.97%01/01/2026
1379 Temporary Remembrance Markers $ 184.00 $ 207.92 Y01/01/2025 $ 190.00 $ 24.70 $ 214.70 3.26%01/01/2026
1380 Memorial Leaf with Plaque $ 970.00 $ 1,096.10 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,008.00 $ 131.04 $ 1,139.04 3.92%01/01/2026
1381 Memorial Bridge Railing (small) $ 2,250.00 $ 2,542.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,340.00 $ 304.20 $ 2,644.20 4.00%01/01/2026
1382 Memorial Bridge Railing (large) $ 2,950.00 $ 3,333.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,068.00 $ 398.84 $ 3,466.84 4.00%01/01/2026
1383 Railing installation $ 208.00 $ 235.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 216.00 $ 28.08 $ 244.08 3.85%01/01/2026
1384 Memorial Benches, including bronze plaque $ 3,400.00 $ 3,842.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,536.00 $ 459.68 $ 3,995.68 4.00%01/01/2026
1385A WORK OF ART
1386 Butterfly plaque $ 265.00 $ 299.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 265.00 $ 34.45 $ 299.45 0.00%01/01/2026
1387LEGISLATED CHANGES:
1388Mt. Hope Cemetery
1389 Single grave adult lot $ 788.00 $ 890.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 819.00 $ 106.47 $ 925.47 3.93%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1390 Preferred single upright lot $ 788.00 $ 890.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 819.00 $ 106.47 $ 925.47 3.93%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1391 2 grave adult lot, upright $ 1,048.00 $ 1,184.24 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,089.00 $ 141.57 $ 1,230.57 3.91%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1392 6 grave adult lot, upright $ 1,311.00 $ 1,481.43 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,363.00 $ 177.19 $ 1,540.19 3.97%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1393 10 grave adult lot, upright $ 2,631.00 $ 2,973.03 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,736.00 $ 355.68 $ 3,091.68 3.99%01/01/2026Resale price only.
1394 Infant lot flush marker 2' x 4' $ 378.00 $ 427.14 Y01/01/2025 $ 393.00 $ 51.09 $ 444.09 3.97%01/01/2026
1395 Cremation lot, flush 2' x 4' $ 988.00 $ 1,116.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,027.00 $ 133.51 $ 1,160.51 3.95%01/01/2026
1396Bridgeport Cemetery
1397 Infant/cremation lot, flush 2' x 4' $ 379.00 $ 428.27 Y01/01/2025 $ 393.00 $ 51.09 $ 444.09 3.69%01/01/2026Resale
price only.
1398 Cremation lot, flush 2' x 4' $ 988.00 $ 1,116.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,027.00 $ 133.51 $ 1,160.51 3.95%01/01/2026
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CITY OF KITCHENCITY OF KITCHENERER | | B BUDUDGGET SUET SUMMARYMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1399
UTILITIES
1400
GAS
1401 Gas Meter Set - Residential (Retrofit) $ 199.25 $ 225.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 207.22 $ 26.94 $ 234.16 4.00%01/01/2026
1402 Gas Meter Set - Residential (New Housing) $ 199.25 $ 225.15 Y01/01/2025 $ 207.22 $ 26.94 $ 234.16 4.00%01/01/2026
1403 Gas Meter Set - Commercial/Industrial $ 738.22 $ 834.19 Y01/01/2025 $ 767.75 $ 99.81 $ 867.56 4.00%01/01/2026
1404 Gas meter disputes $ 252.09 $ 284.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 262.17 $ 34.08 $ 296.25 4.00%01/01/2026
1405 Gas Multi Meter Manifold $ 585.16 $ 661.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 608.57 $ 79.11 $ 687.68 4.00%01/01/2026
1406 5 PSI Gas Meter Set (if load between 1,000 & 3,500 cfh) $ 6,425.10 $ 7,260.36 Y01/01/2025 $ 6,682.10 $ 868.67 $ 7,550.77 4.00%01/01/2026
Cost of meter set upgrade. The amount will vary
depending on usage, and is determined based on a
1407 Gas Meter Set UpgradeY
payback calculation of the meter costs plus
installation.
1408 Cage for 5 PSI Gas Meter Set $ 3,444.90 $ 3,892.74 Y01/01/2025 $ 3,582.70 $ 465.75 $ 4,048.45 4.00%01/01/2026
This fee consolidates previous fees for Gas Service
1409 Gas Service Abandonment NEW Y NEW $ 1,750.00 $ 227.50 $ 1,977.50 NEW 01/01/2026
Abandonments that were based on type of pipe.
Fee has been decreased to match average contractor
1410 Impact Post (100mm diameter) for Gas Meter Set Protection $ 711.33 $ 803.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 525.00 $ 68.25 $ 593.25 -26.19%01/01/2026
costs.
Fee has been decreased to match average contractor
1411 Impact Post (150mm diameter) for Gas Meter Set Protection $ 1,119.09 $ 1,264.57 Y01/01/2025 $ 650.00 $ 84.50 $ 734.50 -41.92%01/01/2026
costs.
Gas Design Fee per km of natural gas main
1412 $ 1,170.31 $ 1,322.45 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,217.12 $ 158.23 $ 1,375.35 4.00%01/01/2026
(Subdivision or Multi-residential Development with Multiple Buildings)
Gas Design Fee
1413 $ 585.16 $ 661.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 608.57 $ 79.11 $ 687.68 4.00%01/01/2026
(Single Service requiring a design)
50% of original 50% of original 50% of original 50% of original
1414 Gas Redesign FeeY01/01/20250.00%01/01/2026
design fee design fee design fee design fee
1415 Residential OPCO Gas Regulator (Over Pressure Cut Off) $ 167.87 $ 189.69 Y01/01/2025 $ 174.58 $ 22.70 $ 197.28 4.00%01/01/2026
1416 Site Not Ready Fee $ 585.16 $ 661.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 608.57 $ 79.11 $ 687.68 4.00%01/01/2026
Customers applying for a gas service for a new or
1417 An Aid to Construction may apply based on actual gas service costs.Y
revised gas service, may be required to pay a portion
of the cost based on payback calculation.
M1 Rate x m3 of M1 Rate x m3 of M1 Rate x m3 M1 Rate x m3 of
1418 Gas Loss from damages (fee varies based on size, material and time)gas lost + 15% gas lost + 15% Y01/01/2025of gas lost + 15% gas lost + 15% 0.00%01/01/2026
admin fees admin fees admin fees admin fees
1419 Broken, buried value box repair $ 2,435.18 $ 2,751.75 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,532.59 $ 329.24 $ 2,861.83 4.00%01/01/2026
1420 Gas Service - New Construction (Excavation Charge) $ 243.52 $ 275.18 Y01/01/2025 $ 253.26 $ 32.92 $ 286.18 4.00%01/01/2026
1421 Gas Service - Built Up $ 1,040.00 $ 1,175.20 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,081.60 $ 140.61 $ 1,222.21 4.00%01/01/2026
New fee to facilitate peak capacity upgrades with no
anticipated change in overall gas use. Capacity
1422 Gas Service - Peak Capacity Upgrade - High Volume Conversion NEW Y NEW $ 540.80 $ 70.30 $ 611.10 NEW 01/01/2026
upgrades with increased overall gas use would remain
free.
New fee to facilitate peak capacity upgrades with no
anticipated change in overall gas use. Capacity
1423 Gas Service - Peak Capacity Upgrade - Service Replacement NEW Y NEW $ 1,081.60 $ 140.61 $ 1,222.21 NEW 01/01/2026
upgrades with increased overall gas use would remain
free.
1424 Gas Service Relocation (Plastic - up to 5m) $ 1,622.40 $ 1,833.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,687.30 $ 219.35 $ 1,906.65 4.00%01/01/2026
1425 Gas Meter Removal - Change in Fuel Source $ 167.65 $ 189.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 174.36 $ 22.67 $ 197.03 4.00%01/01/2026
1426 Frost Charges for Winter Excavation per Gas Meter $ 65.77 $ 74.32 Y01/01/2025 $ 65.57 $ 8.52 $ 74.09 -0.30%01/01/2026Fee
has decreased due to decrease in contractor cost.
APPENDIX E 42
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
Inches Delivery Pressure - Light Gas Usage Reduced Clearance
1427 $ 203.81 $ 230.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 211.96 $ 27.56 $ 239.52 4.00%01/01/2026
Regulator
Inches Delivery Pressure - Large Gas Usage Reduced Clearance
1428 $ 1,924.81 $ 2,175.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,001.80 $ 260.23 $ 2,262.03 4.00%01/01/2026
Regulator
5 Pounds Delivery Pressure - Light Gas Usage Reduced Clearance
1429 $ 1,327.77 $ 1,500.38 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,380.88 $ 179.51 $ 1,560.39 4.00%01/01/2026
Regulator
5 Pounds Delivery Pressure - Large Gas Usage Reduced Clearance
1430 $ 2,240.32 $ 2,531.56 Y01/01/2025 $ 2,329.93 $ 302.89 $ 2,632.82 4.00%01/01/2026
Regulator
Provide Pulse Output (Customer to supply pulse output enclosure with
1431 $ 199.80 $ 225.77 Y01/01/2025 $ 207.79 $ 27.01 $ 234.80 4.00%01/01/2026
positive barrier)
1432 Large Gas Meter Set Rebuild/Relocation Fee $ 551.62 $ 623.33 Y01/01/2025 $ 573.68 $ 74.58 $ 648.26 4.00%01/01/2026
1433RENTAL GAS WATER HEATER RATES - YEARLY
1434CONVENTIONAL
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1435 40-R $ 198.29 $ 224.07 Y01/01/2025 $ 204.24 $ 26.55 $ 230.79 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1436 50-R $ 211.75 $ 239.28 Y01/01/2025 $ 218.10 $ 28.35 $ 246.45 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1437 60-R $ 225.22 $ 254.50 Y01/01/2025 $ 231.98 $ 30.16 $ 262.14 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1438 75-R $ 293.76 $ 331.95 Y01/01/2025 $ 302.57 $ 39.33 $ 341.90 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1439 40-R-FV $ 242.35 $ 273.86 Y01/01/2025 $ 249.62 $ 32.45 $ 282.07 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1440 50-R-FV $ 246.02 $ 278.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 253.40 $ 32.94 $ 286.34 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1441 60-R-FV $ 253.37 $ 286.31 Y01/01/2025 $ 260.97 $ 33.93 $ 294.90 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1442 75-R-FV $ 302.94 $ 342.32 Y01/01/2025 $ 312.03 $ 40.56 $ 352.59 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
1443POWER VENTED
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1444 40-PV $ 318.12 $ 359.48 Y01/01/2025 $ 327.66 $ 42.60 $ 370.26 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1445 50-PV $ 325.34 $ 367.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 335.10 $ 43.56 $ 378.66 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1446 60-PV $ 359.37 $ 406.09 Y01/01/2025 $ 370.15 $ 48.12 $ 418.27 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1447 75-PV $ 398.90 $ 450.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 410.87 $ 53.41 $ 464.28 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1448 40-PV-FV $ 318.12 $ 359.48 Y01/01/2025 $ 327.66 $ 42.60 $ 370.26 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1449 50-PV-FV $ 325.34 $ 367.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 335.10 $ 43.56 $ 378.66 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1450 60-PV-FV $ 378.22 $ 427.39 Y01/01/2025 $ 389.57 $ 50.64 $ 440.21 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1451 75 -PV-FV $ 398.90 $ 450.76 Y01/01/2025 $ 410.87 $ 53.41 $ 464.28 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1452DIRECT VENT
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1453 50-DV $ 273.20 $ 308.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 281.40 $ 36.58 $ 317.98 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1454 50-DV-FV $ 304.65 $ 344.25 Y01/01/2025 $ 313.79 $ 40.79 $ 354.58 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1455 50-PV-DV $ 356.67 $ 403.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 367.37 $ 47.76 $ 415.13 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1456 50-PV-DV-H $ 385.44 $ 435.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 397.00 $ 51.61 $ 448.61 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
1457COMBO HEATING TANKS
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1458 GSW 50-PV $ 356.67 $ 403.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 367.37 $ 47.76 $ 415.13 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1459 50-PV-FV-H $ 356.55 $ 402.90 Y01/01/2025 $ 367.25 $ 47.74 $ 414.99 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1460 APOLLO 50-PV $ 356.67 $ 403.04 Y01/01/2025 $ 367.37 $ 47.76 $ 415.13 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1461 APOLLO 50-DV $ 325.34 $ 367.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 335.10 $ 43.56 $ 378.66 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1462 75-PV-FV-ES $ 419.22 $ 473.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 431.80 $ 56.13 $ 487.93 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1463 POLARIS PR-34 $ 721.79 $ 815.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 743.44 $ 96.65 $ 840.09 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1464 ENVIROSENSE $ 631.46 $ 713.55 Y01/01/2025 $ 650.40 $ 84.55 $ 734.95 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Increased fee based on new rate from the tank
1465 MAXIMUS $ 568.56 $ 642.47 Y01/01/2025 $ 650.40 $ 84.55 $ 734.95 14.39%01/01/2026
manufacturer.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1466 AIR HANDLER $ 310.28 $ 350.62 Y01/01/2025 $ 319.59 $ 41.55 $ 361.14 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1467 180-DVLN $ 714.20 $ 807.05 Y01/01/2025 $ 735.63 $ 95.63 $ 831.26 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Addition of a new product option for combination
1468 CBH-199DVLN NEW Y NEW $ 768.00 $ 99.84 $ 867.84 NEW 01/01/2026
space and water heating.
1469TANKLESS/ON DEMAND HEATERS
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1470 53-DVN $ 467.57 $ 528.35 Y01/01/2025 $ 481.60 $ 62.61 $ 544.21 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1471 66-DVN $ 490.09 $ 553.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 504.79 $ 65.62 $ 570.41 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1472 74-DVN $ 512.49 $ 579.11 Y01/01/2025 $ 527.86 $ 68.62 $ 596.48 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1473 95-DVN $ 490.09 $ 553.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 504.79 $ 65.62 $ 570.41 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
1474ELECTRIC
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1475 40-ELEC $ 192.78 $ 217.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 198.56 $ 25.81 $ 224.37 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
Significant increase occurred in 2024, therefore
1476 60-ELEC $ 211.14 $ 238.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 217.47 $ 28.27 $ 245.74 3.00%01/01/2026
smaller increase in 2026.
1477 ANTI-SCALD VALVE RENTAL $ 15.60 $ 17.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 15.60 $ 2.03 $ 17.63 0.00%01/01/2026Fee has been
held flate for ease of administration.
APPENDIX E 44
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1478SERVICE PRICING - ALL TYPES
1479 08:00 to 17:00
1480 First 45 minutes & Minimum Charge $ 137.69 $ 155.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 143.20 $ 18.62 $ 161.82 4.00%01/01/2026
1481 Additional Hours
1482 15 min $ 34.41 $38.88 Y01/01/2025 $ 35.79 $ 4.65 $40.44 4.01%01/01/2026
1483 30 min $ 68.85 $77.80 Y01/01/2025 $ 71.60 $ 9.31 $80.91 3.99%01/01/2026
1484 45 min $ 103.26 $ 116.68 Y01/01/2025 $ 107.39 $ 13.96 $ 121.35 4.00%01/01/2026
1485 60 min $ 137.69 $ 155.59 Y01/01/2025 $ 143.20 $ 18.62 $ 161.82 4.00%01/01/2026
1486 Stat Holidays - Persons working $ 177.84 $ 200.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 184.95 $ 24.04 $ 208.99 4.00%01/01/2026
1487 Stat Holidays - On-call $ 223.74 $ 252.83 Y01/01/2025 $ 232.69 $ 30.25 $ 262.94 4.00%01/01/2026
1488 17:00 to 24:00 & Weekends
1489 First 45 minutes & Minimum Charge $ 177.84 $ 200.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 184.95 $ 24.04 $ 208.99 4.00%01/01/2026
1490 Additional Hours
1491 15 min $ 44.74 $50.56 Y01/01/2025 $ 46.53 $ 6.05 $52.58 4.00%01/01/2026
1492 30 min $ 88.35 $99.84 Y01/01/2025 $ 91.88 $ 11.94 $ 103.82 4.00%01/01/2026
1493 45 min $ 133.09 $ 150.39 Y01/01/2025 $ 138.41 $ 17.99 $ 156.40 4.00%01/01/2026
1494 60 min $ 177.84 $ 200.96 Y01/01/2025 $ 184.95 $ 24.04 $ 208.99 4.00%01/01/2026
1495 Natural Gas Appliance Safety Check $ 221.44 $ 250.23 Y01/01/2025 $ 230.30 $ 29.94 $ 260.24 4.00%01/01/2026
1496
Direct Purchase Billing
This fee is intended to recover the costs incurred for
administrative activities related to the set up and
1497 Direct Purchase Administration Charge - Fixed Monthly $ 121.80 $ 137.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 130.33 $ 16.94 $ 147.27 7.00%01/01/2026
ongoing facilitation of Direct Purchase Contracts. The
fee has been increased to match Enbridge fees.
This fee is intended to recover costs incurred to allow
Distributor Consolidated Billing Charge - per retail residential
1498 $2.23 $2.52 Y01/01/2025 $2.39 $ 0.31 $2.70 7.17%01/01/2026Kitchener Utilities the ability to charge their customers
customer monthly
commodity and transportation on the customer's gas
Distributor Consolidated Billing Charge - per retail commercial
bill. This fee is only charged when Kitchener Utilities
1499 $2.23 $2.52 Y 01/01/2025 $2.39 $ 0.31 $2.70 7.17%01/01/2026
customer monthly
bills for commodity and transportation on behalf of
Distributor Consolidated Billing Charge - per retail industrial customer
the gas supplier. These fees have been adjusted to
1500 $2.23 $2.52 Y01/01/2025 $2.39 $ 0.31 $2.70 7.17%01/01/2026
monthly
match Enbridge fees.
This fee is intended to recover costs incurred for
Kitchener Utilities to charge gas supplier adjustment
amounts on the customer’s gas bill. This fee is only
Greater of $1.85 Greater of $1.85 Greater of Greater of $1.85 charged when KU bills for commodity and
1501 Invoice Vendor AdjustmentsY01/01/20250.00%01/01/2026
or .65%or .65% $1.85 or .65% or .65%transportation on behalf of the gas supplier and the
gas supplier submits a related credit or debit
adjustment amount to be applied to the customer’s
gas bill
APPENDIX E 45
CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1502
WATER
User rates for water consumption will be approved as part of the
1503
annual budget process
1504 QMS Form 1 Review Fee $ 1,661.10 $ 1,661.10 N01/01/2025 $ 1,727.54 $ - $ 1,727.54 4.00%01/01/2026
1505 Frozen Water Service Customer Side investigation Weekdays $ 207.65 $ 207.65 N01/01/2025 $ 215.96 $ - $ 215.96
4.00%01/01/2026
1506 Frozen Water Service Customer Side investigation Weekends $ 415.25 $ 415.25 N01/01/2025 $ 431.86 $ - $ 431.86
4.00%01/01/2026
Published Cost Published Cost Published Cost Published Cost
1507 Bulk Water Fill Rateof Water per M3 of Water per M3 N01/01/2025of Water per M3 $ - of Water per M3 0.00%01/01/2026
plus 15% admin plus 15% admin plus 15% admin plus 15% admin
1508 Backflow Prevention Device Permit (Per Device) $ 96.01 $ 108.49 Y01/01/2025 $ 99.85 $ 12.98 $ 112.83 4.00%01/01/2026
$500 plus cost $500 plus cost of $520 plus cost $520 plus cost of
1509 Backflow Prevention Device (Borrow)N01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
of water Per M3 water Per M3 of water Per M3 water Per M3
1510 Seasonal Meter Install/Remove $ 116.25 $ 116.25 N01/01/2025 $ 120.90 $ - $ 120.90 4.00%01/01/2026
1511 Confined space entry for meter in chambers $ 268.69 $ 268.69 N01/01/2025 $ 279.44 $ - $ 279.44 4.00%01/01/2026
1512 Subdivision Inspection - first 2 are free, charge for third $ 795.89 $ 795.89 N01/01/2025 $ 827.73 $ - $ 827.73
4.00%01/01/2026
$201.66 to $201.66 to $209.73 to $209.73 to
1513 Internal Issues (e.g. poor pressure/no water)N01/01/2025 $ - 4.00%01/01/2026
$413.87 $413.87 $430.42 $430.42
1514 Frozen Water service thaw - Customer Side $ 823.41 $ 823.41 N01/01/2025 $ 856.35 $ - $ 856.35 4.00%01/01/2026
1515 Water resampling due to adverse conditions $ 443.37 $ 443.37 N01/01/2025 $ 461.10 $ - $ 461.10 4.00%01/01/2026
1516 Fire flow charge $ 283.74 $ 320.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 295.09 $ 38.36 $ 333.45 4.00%01/01/2026
1517 Water meter disputes $ 252.09 $ 252.09 N01/01/2025 $ 262.17 $ - $ 262.17 4.00%01/01/2026
Water Meter - Non compliance, fee is for first offence with increasing
1518 $ 292.57 $ 292.57 N01/01/2025 $ 304.27 $ - $ 304.27 4.00%01/01/2026
increments for follow-up non-compliance
New water meter fee - 5/8" (flanges and adaptors are additional, if
1519 $ 204.88 $ 204.88 N01/01/2025 $ 213.08 $ - $ 213.08 4.00%01/01/2026
required)
New water meter fee - 1" (flanges and adaptors are additional, if Increased fee based on updated costing plus first 45
1520 $ 432.64 $ 432.64 N01/01/2025 $ 462.68 $ - $ 462.68 6.94%01/01/2026
required)minutes free.
New water meter fee - 1 1/2" (flanges and adaptors are additional, if Increased fee based on updated costing plus first 45
1521 $ 881.50 $ 881.50 N01/01/2025 $ 960.87 $ - $ 960.87 9.00%01/01/2026
required)minutes free.
New water meter fee - 2" (flanges and adaptors are additional, if Increased fee based on updated costing plus first 45
1522 $ 1,108.64 $ 1,108.64 N01/01/2025 $ 1,203.20 $ - $ 1,203.20 8.53%01/01/2026
required)minutes free.
cost of meter cost of meter cost of meter cost of meter
1523 New water meter fee - 3", 4"and flanges plus and flanges plus N01/01/2025and flanges plus $ - and flanges plus 4.00%01/01/2026
$151.84 $151.84 $157.91 $157.91
1524 Turn water on after hours $ 229.96 $ 229.96 N01/01/2025 $ 239.16 $ - $ 239.16 4.00%01/01/2026
1525 Damaged/Neglect/Theft Water Meter Fee $ 266.59 $ 266.59 N01/01/2025 $ 277.25 $ - $ 277.25 4.00%01/01/2026
Rate is rounded to the nearest dollar for ease of
1526 Water Meter Water Shut off Fee for Denied Access $ 140.00 $ 140.00 N01/01/2025 $ 145.00 $ - $ 145.00 3.57%01/01/2026
administration.
1527 Damaged Water Hydrant Fee $ 13,160.91 $ 13,160.91 N01/01/2025 $ 13,687.35 $ - $ 13,687.35 4.00%01/01/2026
1528 Water meter related fee - 1"- 1 1/2" Adaptor (does not include meter) $ 272.45 $ 272.45 N01/01/2025 $ 283.35 $ - $
283.35 4.00%01/01/2026
1529 Water meter related fee - 1" to 2" Adaptor (does not include meter) $ 287.18 $ 287.18 N01/01/2025 $ 298.67 $ - $
298.67 4.00%01/01/2026
Water meter related fee - 1 1/2" to 2" Adaptor (does not include
1530 $ 413.21 $ 413.21 N01/01/2025 $ 429.74 $ - $ 429.74 4.00%01/01/2026
meter)
1531 Water meter related fee - 5/8" to 1" Adaptor (does not include meter) $ 39.75 $39.75 N01/01/2025 $ 41.34 $ - $41.34 4.00%01/01/2026
1532 Account Set Up Fee - Bulk Water Station $ 28.12 $28.12 N01/01/2025 $ 29.24 $ - $29.24 3.98%01/01/2026
1533 Water Meter Flange Set 1 1/2" $ 372.00 $ 372.00 N01/01/2025 $ 386.88 $ - $ 386.88 4.00%01/01/2026
1534 Water Meter Flange Set 2" $ 507.00 $ 507.00 N01/01/2025 $ 527.28 $ - $ 527.28 4.00%01/01/2026
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1535 Cast Iron Flange Set 3" $ 507.00 $ 507.00 N01/01/2025 $ 527.28 $ - $ 527.28 4.00%01/01/2026
1536 Cast Iron Flange Set 4" $ 507.00 $ 507.00 N01/01/2025 $ 527.28 $ - $ 527.28 4.00%01/01/2026
Minimum fee is to cover water sampling costs, water
loss, emergency flushing response, sample
review/response, construction and maintenance time
1537 Unauthorized Water Usage/Theft/Connection - minimum fee $ 520.00 $ 520.00 N01/01/2025 $ 540.80 $ - $ 540.80
4.00%01/01/2026
associated with emergency response for unauthorized
hydrant or service connection. The fee does not
replace any potential charges under the By-law.
Tapping fees are collected by the Engineering
Department. Due to potentially severe traffic issues on
some streets, the contractor may request an
exemption from part of the commissioning process
under the Disinfection Procedure. As part of the
exemption, Kitchener Utilities staff must stay on site
1538 Greater than 6m Connection Fee - daily rate $ 1,040.00 $ 1,040.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,081.60 $ - $ 1,081.60 4.00%01/01/2026
and witness the installation and swabbing of the main.
They must also return to the site twice to turn on/off
the water. These costs are in addition to the tapping
and are site specific and cover full time KU inspection
for 1 day, visits to the site to turn on/off and
bacteriological analysis (Regional lab).
1539 Water Meter Remote NEW Y NEW $ 12.25 $ 1.59 $ 13.84 NEW 01/01/2026Cost for replacement remote due to loss or damage.
Cost is the same as for the meters listed above. Meter
1540 New Construction Water Meter Fee NEW N NEW See meter costs $ - See meter costs NEW 01/01/2026must be returned for final billing. Fee is non-
refundable.
New fee to cover cost of water and flushing of
hydrants in new development subdivisions to maintain
1541 New Subdivision Hydrant Flushing (per hydrant)NEW N NEW $ 100.00 $ - $ 100.00 NEW 01/01/2026
chlorine residuals. Cost is for the 2 year maintenance
period per hydrant to cover staff time and water used.
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1542
SANITARY AND STORMWATER UTILITIES
User rates for sanitary sewer usage will be approved as part of the
1543
annual budget process
User rates for monthly stormwater system usage will be approved as
1544
part of the annual budget process
1545Sewer Blockades
1546 Regular hours - flat rate $ 331.22 $ 331.22 N01/01/2025 $ 344.47 $ - $ 344.47 4.00%01/01/2026
1547 Overtime hours - flat rate $ 504.23 $ 504.23 N01/01/2025 $ 524.40 $ - $ 524.40 4.00%01/01/2026
1548Sewer Cleaning
Regular hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material &
1549 $ 439.14 $ 439.14 N01/01/2025 $ 456.71 $ - $ 456.71 4.00%01/01/2026
equipment
Overtime hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material &
1550 $ 554.69 $ 554.69 N01/01/2025 $ 576.88 $ - $ 576.88 4.00%01/01/2026
equipment
Double-time hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material
1551 $ 663.07 $ 663.07 N01/01/2025 $ 689.59 $ - $ 689.59 4.00%01/01/2026
& equipment
1552Catchbasin Cleaning $-
Regular hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material &
1553 $ 439.14 $ 439.14 N01/01/2025 $ 456.71 $ - $ 456.71 4.00%01/01/2026
equipment
Overtime hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material &
1554 $ 554.69 $ 554.69 N01/01/2025 $ 576.88 $ - $ 576.88 4.00%01/01/2026
equipment
Double-time hours - min. 2 hour charge, after 2hrs = labour, material
1555 $ 663.07 $ 663.07 N01/01/2025 $ 689.59 $ - $ 689.59 4.00%01/01/2026
& equipment
Material Disposal Fee for Sewer Cleaning and
1556 $ 439.14 $ 439.14 N01/01/2025 $ 456.71 $ - $ 456.71 4.00%01/01/2026
Catch basin Cleaning - if required - flat rate
1557Street Sweeping $-
1558 Regular hours - minimum charge $ 338.67 $ 338.67 N01/01/2025 $ 352.22 $ - $ 352.22 4.00%01/01/2026
1559 Overtime hours - minimum charge $ 403.51 $ 403.51 N01/01/2025 $ 419.65 $ - $ 419.65 4.00%01/01/2026
1560 Double-time hours - minimum charge $ 475.49 $ 475.49 N01/01/2025 $ 494.51 $ - $ 494.51 4.00%01/01/2026
1561Other Fees
This fee cover adminstrative review and processing of
discharge permit applications, including technical and
1562 Dewatering Discharge Permit Application Fee NEW N NEW $ 980.00 $ - $ 980.00 NEW 01/01/2026capacity analyses required to ensure discharges
to the
City's stormwater system can be accomodated and
tracked.
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
Consolidated Linear Infrastructure Environmental Compliance
1563
Approvals (CLI-ECA)
CLI-ECA Application Amendment for MECP Review; required for
1564 $ 1,081.60 $ 1,081.60 N01/01/2025 $ 1,124.86 $ - $ 1,124.86 4.00%01/01/2026
activities that are not preauthorized in Schedule D of CLI-ECA
1565CLI-ECA Municipal Sewage Collection System
Submission fee for Sanitary Sewers, includes adding, modifying,
1566 $ 3,244.80 $ 3,244.80 N01/01/2025 $ 3,374.59 $ - $ 3,374.59 4.00%01/01/2026
replacing or extending
Fee per Sanitary Sewer Appurtenance (e.g. odour and corrosion
1567 $ 3,244.80 $ 3,244.80 N01/01/2025 $ 3,374.59 $ - $ 3,374.59 4.00%01/01/2026
control etc.) includes adding, modifying, replacing or extending
Fee per Sewage Pumping Station or Forcemain, includes adding,
1568 $ 6,489.60 $ 6,489.60 N01/01/2025 $ 6,749.18 $ - $ 6,749.18 4.00%01/01/2026
modifying, replacing or extending
50% of total 13% of 50% of total
50% of total 50% of total
1569 CLI-ECA Expedited Review (available based on staff capacity)Y01/01/20250.00%01/01/2026
submission plus expedited submission plus
submission submission
HST fee HST
1570CLI-ECA Municipal Stormwater Management System
Submission fee for Storm Sewers, includes adding, modifying,
1571 $ 3,244.80 $ 3,244.80 N01/01/2025 $ 3,374.59 $ - $ 3,374.59 4.00%01/01/2026
replacing or extending
Fee per Storm Appurtenance (e.g. low impact development (LID), oil
1572 $ 3,244.80 $ 3,244.80 N01/01/2025 $ 3,374.59 $ - $ 3,374.59 4.00%01/01/2026
grit separators, flow control, exfiltration piping etc.) includes adding,
modifying, replacing or extending
Fee per Stormwater Management Facility (e.g. dry/wet ponds,
1573 engineer wetlands, etc.), includes adding, modifying, replacing or $ 6,489.60 $ 6,489.60 N01/01/2025 $ 6,749.18 $ - $
6,749.18 4.00%01/01/2026
extending
50% of total 13% of 50% of total
50% of total 50% of total
1574 CLI-ECA Expedited Review (available based on staff capacity)submission plus Y01/01/2025expedited submission plus 0.00%01/01/2026
submission submission
HST fee HST
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HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1575
CORPORATE SERVICES
1576
TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION & SERVICES
1577 Kitchener Atlas Book $ 141.59 $ 146.02 Y01/01/2025 $ 146.02 $ 18.98 $ 165.00 3.13%01/01/2026Rounding Only
1578 Custom Mapping Services per hour $ 78.23 $81.36 Y01/01/2025 $ 81.36 $ 10.58 $91.94 4.00%01/01/2026
1579 Standard Map - Ward, Planning Community, etc. $7.83 $8.19 Y01/01/2025 $8.19 $ 1.06 $9.25 4.60%01/01/2026Rounding Only
1580 Zoning Map $ 16.59 $17.70 Y01/01/2025 $ 17.70 $ 2.30 $20.00 6.69%01/01/2026Rounding Only
1581
LEGAL
$1,394.22 to $1,575.47 to $1,449.99 to $1,638.49 to
$188.50 to
1582 Subdivision/Condominium Agreements$2,757.53 plus $3,116.01 plus Y01/01/2025$2,867.83 plus $3,240.65 plus 4.00%01/01/2026
$372.82
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
Amendment to Subdivision, Condominium agreements/other $505.66 to $571.40 to $525.89 to $594.25 to
$68.37 to
1583 development related agreements (i.e.. agreements under the $1,835.85 plus $2,074.51 plus Y01/01/2025$1,909.28 plus $2,157.49 plus 4.00%01/01/2026
$248.21
Development Charge Act or Building Code Act, etc.) + disbursementsdisbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
1584 Environmental Agreements (borehole/access, etc.) $ 298.69 $ 337.52 Y01/01/2025 $ 310.64 $ 40.38 $ 351.02 4.00%01/01/2026
$195.22 to $220.60 to $203.03 to $229.42 to
Subdivision Plan Clearance/Transfer and easement registrations/Draft $26.39 to
1585$920.61 plus $1,040.29 plus Y01/01/2025$957.43 plus $1,081.90 plus 4.00%01/01/2026
document review and approval$124.47
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$656.05 plus $741.34 plus $682.29 plus $770.99 plus
1586 Site Plan Agreements and amendmentsY01/01/2025 $ 88.70 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
1587 Deed/Easement acquired under Planning Authority disbursements disbursements 01/01/2025 disbursements disbursements 0.00%01/01/2026
$291.22 to $329.08 to $302.87 to $342.24 to
$39.37 to
1588 Committee of Adjustment Agreements (preparation & review)Y01/01/20254.00%01/01/2026
$1,375.00 plus $1,553.75 plus $1,430.00 plus $1,615.90 plus
$185.90
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$329.63 plus $372.48 plus $342.82 plus $387.38 plus
1589 Off-Site Parking AgreementsY01/01/2025 $ 44.57 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$329.63 plus $372.48 plus $342.82 plus $387.38 plus
1590 Garden SuiteY01/01/2025 $ 44.57 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
Other Agreements/Misc. Services, Misc. agreements (e.g., Municipal $256.02 to $289.30 to $266.26 to $300.87 to
$34.61 to
1591 Access, Heritage easements, leases, licenses, air rights & misc. real $1,283.30 plus $1,450.10 plus Y01/01/2025$1,334.63 plus $1,508.13 plus 4.00%01/01/2026
$173.50
estate documents (e.g., Deeds, Quit Claims))disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$151.47 plus $171.16 plus $157.53 plus $178.01 plus
1592 Easements prepared at the request of and conveyed to other Utilities Y01/01/2025 $ 20.48 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$277.35 plus $313.41 plus $288.44 plus $325.94 plus
1593 Part Lot Control By-lawsY01/01/2025 $ 37.50 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$277.35 plus $313.41 plus $288.44 plus $325.94 plus
1594 Part Lot Control Extension By-lawsY01/01/2025 $ 37.50 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
1595 Releases/Letters of Compliance for Registered Agreements $ 151.47 $ 171.16 Y01/01/2025 $ 157.53 $ 20.48 $ 178.01 4.00%01/01/2026
Street/Lane Closings, Note: fee will be charged to each person, $283.75 to $320.64 to $295.10 to $333.46 to
$38.36 to
1596 Y01/01/20254.00%01/01/2026
receiving a conveyance of a portion of a closed road/lane. $1,559.60 plus $1,762.35 plus $1,621.98 plus $1,832.84 plus
$210.86
Disbursements are pro-rated.disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
1597 Industrial Restrictive Covenants - Consents $ 204.81 $ 231.44 Y01/01/2025 $ 213.00 $ 27.69 $ 240.69 4.00%01/01/2026
1598 Tieback Agreements - Initial Fee $ 1,147.36 $ 1,296.52 Y01/01/2025 $ 1,193.25 $ 155.12 $ 1,348.37 4.00%01/01/2026
1599 Tieback Agreements - resubmission Fee $ 573.68 $ 648.26 Y01/01/2025 $ 596.63 $ 77.56 $ 674.19 4.00%01/01/2026
1600 Tieback Agreements - Processing Fee $ 573.68 $ 648.26 Y01/01/2025 $ 596.63 $ 77.56 $ 674.19 4.00%01/01/2026
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1601Encroachment Agreements:
1602(Building, Porches and other structures)
1603 Application $ 298.70 $ 337.53 Y01/01/2025 $ 310.65 $ 40.38 $ 351.03 4.00%01/01/2026
$250.67 plus $283.25 plus $260.70 plus $294.59 plus
1604 Processing FeeY01/01/2025 $ 33.89 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
Market Value of Market Value of
Market Value of Market Value of
Land x Area of Land x Area of
Land x Area of Land x Area of minimum
1605 Annual FeeLand x 10% Y01/01/2025Land x 10% 4.00%01/01/2026
Land x 10% (min Land x 10% (min of $45.00
(minimum (minimum
$332.83) $346.14)
$376.10)$391.14)
1606(Patio Encroachment Agreements)
First Time Application (also require building permit fee - found in
1607 $ 298.64 $ 337.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 310.59 $ 40.38 $ 350.97 4.00%01/01/2026
building user fees)
Annual patio renewal fee (for patios with 12 or fewer seats)
1608 $ 149.31 $ 168.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 155.29 $ 20.19 $ 175.48 4.00%01/01/2026
1609 Annual patio renewal fee (for patios with 13 or more sears)
$ 298.64 $ 337.46 Y01/01/2025 $ 310.59 $ 40.38 $ 350.97 4.00%01/01/2026
1610 Amendment to existing patio agreement $ 149.31 $ 168.72 Y01/01/2025 $ 155.29 $ 20.19 $ 175.48 4.00%01/01/2026
$100.29 to $113.33 to $104.30 to $13.56 to $117.86 to
1611 Miscellaneous LettersY01/01/20254.00%01/01/2026
$269.88 $304.96 $280.68 $36.49 $317.16
$329.63 plus $372.48 plus $342.82 plus $387.38 plus
1612 Highway establishment and opening By-lawsY01/01/2025 $ 44.57 4.00%01/01/2026
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
$195.22 to $220.60 to $203.03 to $229.42 to
$26.39 to
1613 Miscellaneous By-laws (0.3 m reserve, street name change, etc.)Y01/01/20254.00%01/01/2026
$635.77 plus $718.42 plus $661.20 plus $747.16 plus
$85.96
disbursements disbursements disbursements disbursements
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1614
LEGISLATED SERVICES
1615COUNCIL MINUTES
1616 Individual Sets/page $0.37 $0.42 Y01/01/2025 $0.44 $ 0.06 $0.50 18.92%01/01/2026Rounded Fees to the nearest round number.
1617STANDING COMMITTEE MINUTES
1618 Individual Sets/page $0.37 $0.42 Y01/01/2025 $0.44 $ 0.06 $0.50 18.92%01/01/2026Rounded Fees to the nearest round number.
1619COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
Minor Variance (4 dwelling units or less, or 465 sq. m. or less non-
1620 $ 1,732.00 $ 1,732.00 N01/01/2025 $ 1,800.00 $ - $ 1,800.00 3.93%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
residential GFA per lot)
Minor Variance (5 dwelling units or more, or 466 sq. m. or more non-
1621 $ 2,986.00 $ 2,986.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,110.00 $ - $ 3,110.00 4.15%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
residential GFA per lot)
1622 Consent / Validation of Title $ 2,986.00 $ 2,986.00 N01/01/2025 $ 3,110.00 $ - $ 3,110.00 4.15%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1623 Certificate of Official $ 315.00 $ 315.00 N01/01/2025 $ 330.00 $ - $ 330.00 4.76%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1624 Application to Change Conditions $ 2,054.00 $ 2,054.00 N01/01/2025 $ 2,135.00 $ - $ 2,135.00 3.94%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1625 Deferral Fee K20 $ 490.00 $ 490.00 N01/01/2025 $ 510.00 $ - $ 510.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
Holding the fee from 2025 . Same as other
1626 Commissioning of Non-City Related Documents $ 17.70 $20.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 17.70 $ 2.30 $20.00 0.00%01/01/2026
neighbouring municipalities.
$1.73 for
$13.27 for first $15.00 for first $13.27 for first first $15.00 for first This fee needs to be $15.00 (Including HST) for first
document, document, document, document, document, document, $5.00 (Including HST)/additional document
1627 Commissioning of Domestic & Foreign Pension DocumentsY01/01/20250.00%01/01/2026
$4.42/additional $5.00/additional $4.42/additional $0.58/additi$5.00/additional Holding the fee from 2024.
document document document onal document
document
1628INFORMATION ACCESS REQUEST
1629 Administration Fee $5.00 $5.00 N01/01/2025 $5.00 $ - $5.00 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee, cannot be changed.
1630 Staff Time/15 min. $7.50 $7.50 N01/01/2025 $7.50 $ - $7.50 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee, cannot be changed.
1631 Photocopies/page $0.20 $0.20 N01/01/2025 $0.20 $ - $0.20 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee, cannot be changed.
1632 Assessment View/Page $1.66 $1.65 N01/01/2025 $1.75 $ - $1.75 5.42%01/01/2026rounded
1633 Marriage License $ 172.64 $ 172.65 N01/01/2025 $ 180.00 $ - $ 180.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
$135.20 for $135.20 for $135.20 for $135.20 for
Bingo Licenses, Bingo Licenses, Bingo Licenses, Bingo Licenses,
1634 Lottery/Bingo License3% of prize value 3% of prize value N01/01/20253% of prize $ - 3% of prize value 0.00%01/01/2026Legislated fee, cannot be changed.
for all other for all other value for all for all other
lotteries lotteries other lotteries lotteries
Holding the line to ensure the fee is in line with the
1635 Death Registration $ 30.00 $30.00 N01/01/2025 $ 30.00 $ - $30.00 0.00%01/01/2026
City of Waterloo.
Reviewing, Stamping forms for Liquor License
1636 Municipal Information Forms $ 19.47 $22.00 Y01/01/2025 $ 20.25 $ 2.63 $22.88 4.01%01/01/2026
Applications.
1637 Property Standards Appeals $ 255.00 $ 255.00 N01/01/2025 $ 265.00 $ - $ 265.00 3.92%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
Fee implimented in 2025 through Dog Desigation
1638 Dog and Animal Designation Appeal Fee NEW N NEW $ 150.00 $ - $ 150.00 New 01/01/2026
Appeal Committee composition review.
Imposing an appeal feel to maintain consistency with
all other quasi-judicial appeal committees.
1639 Licensing Appeal Tribunal Fee NEW N NEW $ 150.00 $ - $ 150.00 New 01/01/2026
Maintaining the fee in line with Dog Designation which
was implemented in 2025.
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1640
LICENSING
1641Adult Entertainment Parlours - Annual:
1642 Class A - New $ 515.84 $ 515.84 N01/01/2025 $ 537.00 $ - $ 537.00 4.10%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1643 Class A - Renewal $ 116.48 $ 116.48 N01/01/2025 $ 121.00 $ - $ 121.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1644 Class A - Late $ 283.92 $ 283.92 N01/01/2025 $ 295.28 $ - $ 295.28 4.00%01/01/2026
1645 Class B - New $ 941.20 $ 941.20 N01/01/2025 $ 979.00 $ - $ 979.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1646 Class B - Renewal $ 116.48 $ 116.48 N01/01/2025 $ 121.00 $ - $ 121.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1647 Class B - Late $ 283.92 $ 283.92 N01/01/2025 $ 295.00 $ - $ 295.00 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1648 Class C - New $ 972.40 $ 972.40 N01/01/2025 $ 1,011.00 $ - $ 1,011.00 3.97%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1649 Class C - Renewal $ 130.00 $ 130.00 N01/01/2025 $ 135.00 $ - $ 135.00 3.85%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1650 Class C - Late $ 301.60 $ 301.60 N01/01/2025 $ 314.00 $ - $ 314.00 4.11%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1651 Class D - Operator - New $ 5,839.60 $ 5,839.60 N01/01/2025 $ 6,073.00 $ - $ 6,073.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1652 Class D - Operator - Renewal $ 5,726.24 $ 5,726.24 N01/01/2025 $ 5,955.00 $ - $ 5,955.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1653 Class D - Operator - Late $ 5,909.28 $ 5,909.28 N01/01/2025 $ 6,146.00 $ - $ 6,146.00 4.01%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1654 Class D - Attendant - New $ 141.44 $ 141.44 N01/01/2025 $ 147.00 $ - $ 147.00 3.93%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1655 Class D - Attendant - Renewal $ 141.44 $ 141.44 N01/01/2025 $ 147.00 $ - $ 147.00 3.93%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1656 Class D - Attendant - Late $ 141.44 $ 141.44 N01/01/2025 $ 147.00 $ - $ 147.00 3.93%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1657 Class E - New $ 7,012.72 $ 7,012.72 N01/01/2025 $ 7,293.00 $ - $ 7,293.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1658 Class E - Renewal $ 7,012.72 $ 7,012.72 N01/01/2025 $ 7,293.00 $ - $ 7,293.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1659 Class E - Late $ 7,012.72 $ 7,012.72 N01/01/2025 $ 7,293.00 $ - $ 7,293.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1660 Alternative Massage Centres - New $ 478.40 $ 478.40 N01/01/2025 $ 498.00 $ - $ 498.00 4.10%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1661 Alternative Massage Centres - Renewal $ 169.52 $ 169.52 N01/01/2025 $ 176.00 $ - $ 176.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1662 Alternative Massage Centres - Late $ 351.52 $ 351.52 N01/01/2025 $ 366.00 $ - $ 366.00 4.12%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1663 Auctioneer - New $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1664 Auctioneer - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1665 Auctioneer - Late $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1666 Beauty Salon - New $ 247.52 $ 247.52 N01/01/2025 $ 257.00 $ - $ 257.00 3.83%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1667 Beauty Salon - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1668 Beauty Salon - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1669 Busker - New $ 62.40 $62.40 N01/01/2025 $ 65.00 $ - $65.00 4.17%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1670 Busker - Renewal $ 62.40 $62.40 N01/01/2025 $ 65.00 $ - $65.00 4.17%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1671 Busker - Late $ 62.40 $62.40 N01/01/2025 $ 65.00 $ - $65.00 4.17%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
Commercial Kitchen - Class A - New
1672 $ 355.68 $ 355.68 N01/01/2025 $ 370.00 $ - $ 370.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1673 Commercial Kitchen - Class A - Renewal $ 228.80 $ 228.80 N01/01/2025 $ 238.00 $ - $ 238.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1674 Commercial Kitchen - Class A - Late $ 275.60 $ 275.60 N01/01/2025 $ 287.00 $ - $ 287.00 4.14%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1675 Commercial Kitchen - Class B - New $ 140.40 $ 140.40 N01/01/2025 $ 146.00 $ - $ 146.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1676 Commercial Kitchen - Class B - Renewal $ 140.40 $ 140.40 N01/01/2025 $ 146.00 $ - $ 146.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1677 Commercial Kitchen - Class B - Late $ 140.40 $ 140.40 N01/01/2025 $ 146.00 $ - $ 146.00 3.99%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1678 Contractors - New $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1679 Contractors - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1680 Contractors - Late $ 132.08 $ 132.08 N01/01/2025 $ 137.00 $ - $ 137.00 3.73%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1681 Convenience Store - New $ 246.48 $ 246.48 N01/01/2025 $ 256.00 $ - $ 256.00 3.86%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1682 Convenience Store - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1683 Convenience Store - Late $ 194.48 $ 194.48 N01/01/2025 $ 202.00 $ - $ 202.00 3.87%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1684 Driving School - New $ 154.96 $ 154.96 N01/01/2025 $ 161.00 $ - $ 161.00 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1685 Driving School - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1686 Driving School - Late $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1687 Farmers' Market - Class A - New $ 257.92 $ 257.92 N01/01/2025 $ 268.00 $ - $ 268.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1688 Farmers' Market - Class A - Renewal $ 200.72 $ 200.72 N01/01/2025 $ 209.00 $ - $ 209.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1689 Farmers' Market - Class A - Late $ 241.28 $ 241.28 N01/01/2025 $ 251.00 $ - $ 251.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1690 Farmers' Market - Class B - New $ 135.00 $ 135.00 N01/01/2025 $ 140.00 $ - $ 140.00 3.70%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1691 Farmers' Market - Class B - Renewal $ 81.00 $81.00 N01/01/2025 $ 81.00 $ - $81.00 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1692 Farmers' Market - Class B - Late $ 101.00 $ 101.00 N01/01/2025 $ 105.00 $ - $ 105.00 3.96%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1693 Farmers' Market - Class C - New $ 56.16 $56.16 N01/01/2025 $ 58.00 $ - $58.00 3.28%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1694 Farmers' Market - Class D - Pop-up Market $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1695 Food Shop with Liquor License - New $ 355.68 $ 355.68 N01/01/2025 $ 370.00 $ - $ 370.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1696 Food Shop with Liquor License - Renewal $ 228.80 $ 228.80 N01/01/2025 $ 238.00 $ - $ 238.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1697 Food Shop with Liquor License - Late $ 275.60 $ 275.60 N01/01/2025 $ 287.00 $ - $ 287.00 4.14%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1698 Food Shop without Liquor License - New $ 315.12 $ 315.12 N01/01/2025 $ 328.00 $ - $ 328.00 4.09%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1699 Food Shop without Liquor License - Renewal $ 213.20 $ 213.20 N01/01/2025 $ 222.00 $ - $ 222.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1700 Food Shop without Liquor License - Late $ 265.20 $ 265.20 N01/01/2025 $ 276.00 $ - $ 276.00 4.07%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1701 Food Truck - New $ 257.92 $ 257.92 N01/01/2025 $ 268.00 $ - $ 268.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1702 Food Truck - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1703 Food Truck - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1704 Launderette - New $ 257.92 $ 257.92 N01/01/2025 $ 268.00 $ - $ 268.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1705 Launderette - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1706 Launderette - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1707 Lodging/Boarding Houses - New $ 750.00 $ 750.00 N01/01/2025 $ 780.00 $ - $ 780.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1708 Lodging/Boarding Houses - Renewal $ 525.00 $ 525.00 N01/01/2025 $ 546.00 $ - $ 546.00 4.00%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1709 Lodging/Boarding Houses - Late $ 655.00 $ 655.00 N01/01/2025 $ 681.00 $ - $ 681.00 3.97%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1710 Mobile Business - New $ 258.96 $ 258.96 N01/01/2025 $ 269.00 $ - $ 269.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1711 Mobile Business - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1712 Mobile Business - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1713 Motor Vehicle Facility - New $ 258.96 $ 258.96 N01/01/2025 $ 269.00 $ - $ 269.00 3.88%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1714 Motor Vehicle Facility - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1715 Motor Vehicle Facility - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1716 Nightclub - New $ 332.80 $ 332.80 N01/01/2025 $ 346.00 $ - $ 346.00 3.97%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1717 Nightclub - Renewal $ 213.20 $ 213.20 N01/01/2025 $ 222.00 $ - $ 222.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1718 Nightclub - Late $ 265.20 $ 265.20 N01/01/2025 $ 276.00 $ - $ 276.00 4.07%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1719 Old Gold - New $ 154.96 $ 154.96 N01/01/2025 $ 161.00 $ - $ 161.00 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1720 Old Gold - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1721 Old Gold - Late $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1722 Payday Loan Establishments - New $ 660.40 $ 660.40 N01/01/2025 $ 687.00 $ - $ 687.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1723 Payday Loan Establishments - Renewal $ 430.56 $ 430.56 N01/01/2025 $ 448.00 $ - $ 448.00 4.05%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1724 Payday Loan Establishments - Late $ 515.84 $ 515.84 N01/01/2025 $ 536.00 $ - $ 536.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1725 Permanent Vendor $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1726 Pet Care Establishment - New $ 149.76 $ 149.76 N01/01/2025 $ 156.00 $ - $ 156.00 4.17%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1727 Pet Care Establishment - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1728 Pet Care Establishment - Late $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1729 Pet Shop - New $ 149.76 $ 149.76 N01/01/2025 $ 156.00 $ - $ 156.00 4.17%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1730 Pet Shop - Renewal $ 86.32 $86.32 N01/01/2025 $ 90.00 $ - $90.00 4.26%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1731 Pet Shop - Late $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1732 Places of Amusement - New $ 205.92 $ 205.92 N01/01/2025 $ 214.00 $ - $ 214.00 3.92%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1733 Places of Amusement - Renewal $ 154.96 $ 154.96 N01/01/2025 $ 161.00 $ - $ 161.00 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded to
the nearest dollar.
1734 Places of Amusement - Late $ 200.72 $ 200.72 N01/01/2025 $ 209.00 $ - $ 209.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1735 Pop-up Shop (1 - 7 days) $ 84.24 $84.24 N01/01/2025 $ 88.00 $ - $88.00 4.46%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1736 Pop-up Shop (8 - 250 days) $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1737 Public Hall - New $ 355.68 $ 355.68 N01/01/2025 $ 370.00 $ - $ 370.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1738 Public Hall - Renewal $ 228.80 $ 228.80 N01/01/2025 $ 238.00 $ - $ 238.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1739 Public Hall - Late $ 275.60 $ 275.60 N01/01/2025 $ 287.00 $ - $ 287.00 4.14%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1740 Refreshment Vehicle - Class A - New $ 257.92 $ 257.92 N01/01/2025 $ 268.00 $ - $ 268.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1741 Refreshment Vehicle - Class A - Renewal $ 200.72 $ 200.72 N01/01/2025 $ 209.00 $ - $ 209.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1742 Refreshment Vehicle - Class A - Late $ 241.28 $ 241.28 N01/01/2025 $ 251.00 $ - $ 251.00 4.03%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1743 Refreshment Vehicle - Class B - New $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
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CITY OF KITCHENER | BUDGET SUMMARY
Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1744 Refreshment Vehicle - Class B - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1745 Refreshment Vehicle - Class B - Late $ 189.28 $ 189.28 N01/01/2025 $ 197.00 $ - $ 197.00 4.08%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1746 Refreshment Vehicle - Class C - New $ 213.20 $ 213.20 N01/01/2025 $ 222.00 $ - $ 222.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1747 Refreshment Vehicle - Class C - Renewal $ 154.96 $ 154.96 N01/01/2025 $ 161.00 $ - $ 161.00 3.90%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1748 Refreshment Vehicle - Class C - Late $ 200.72 $ 200.72 N01/01/2025 $ 209.00 $ - $ 209.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1749 Special Events $ 257.92 $ 257.92 N01/01/2025 $ 268.00 $ - $ 268.00 3.91%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1750 Street Vendors - New $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1751 Street Vendors - Renewal $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the
nearest dollar.
1752 Street Vendors - Late $ 143.52 $ 143.52 N01/01/2025 $ 149.00 $ - $ 149.00 3.82%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1753 Temporary Vendor (up to 3 consecutive days) $ 114.40 $ 114.40 N01/01/2025 $ 119.00 $ - $ 119.00 4.02%01/01/2026Rounded
to the nearest dollar.
1754 Theatre - New $ 315.12 $ 315.12 N01/01/2025 $ 328.00 $ - $ 328.00 4.09%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
1755 Theatre - Renewal $ 213.20 $ 213.20 N01/01/2025 $ 222.00 $ - $ 222.00 4.13%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest
dollar.
1756 Theatre - Late $ 265.20 $ 265.20 N01/01/2025 $ 276.00 $ - $ 276.00 4.07%01/01/2026Rounded to the nearest dollar.
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Note - total fee including applicable taxes will be rounded to the nearest five cents
HST
2025 RATE (EXCL 2025 RATE LAST REVISED 2026 RATE 2026 RATE % INC vs 2025 EFFECTIVE DATE
#FEE DESCRIPTIONAPPLIES HST COMPARABLE RATES/COMMENTS
HST)(INCL HST) MM/DD/YYYY(EXCL HST) (INCL HST) (EXCL HST)MM/DD/YYYY
Y/N
1757
FINANCIAL SERVICES
1758
REVENUE
1759 Tax Certificate $ 88.50 $88.50 N01/01/2016 $ 92.04 $ - $92.04 4.
00%01/01/2026
1760 Utility Certificate $ 88.50 $88.50 N01/01/2023 $ 92.04 $ - $92.04 4.00%01/01/2026
1761 Various Requests (detailed Tax Statement for one year, Utility Receipt) $ 25.00 $25.00 N01/01/2013 $ 26.00 $ - $26.00 4.00%01/01/2026Flat
fee.
1762 Reprinting multiple bills (more than 2) $5.00 $5.65 Y01/01/2015 $5.00 $ 0.65 $5.65 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
1763 Utility account administration fee $ 42.75 $48.31 Y01/01/2015 $ 44.46 $ 5.78 $50.24 4.00%01/01/2026
1764 Property Ownership Changes $ 42.75 $42.75 N01/01/2015 $ 44.46 $ - $44.46 4.00%01/01/2026
1765 Mortgage Company Information Request $ 16.75 $18.93 Y01/01/2022 $ 17.42 $ 2.26 $19.68 4.00%01/01/2026
1766 Collections notice delivery fee $ 16.25 $18.36 Y01/01/2023 $ 16.90 $ 2.20 $19.10 4.00%01/01/2026
1767 Disconnection Fee $ 59.75 $67.52 Y01/01/2023 $ 62.14 $ 8.08 $70.22 4.00%01/01/2026
A payment review fee will be charged when a
payment cannot be processed as expected. This fee
1768 Payment Review Fee NEW N NEW $ 37.96 $ - $37.96 NEW 01/01/2026helps cover the work involved in reviewing,
reconciling, and updating account activity to ensure a
customer account balance is accurately reflected.
Overhead Cost Overhead Cost Overhead Cost Overhead Cost
1769 Tampered Meter Cost Recovery
01/01/20220.00%01/01/2026
Recovery Recovery Recovery Recovery
Overhead Cost Overhead Cost Overhead Cost Overhead Cost
1770 No Meter Read Access Fee01/01/20220.00%01/01/2026
Recovery Recovery Recovery Recovery
1771 Remove meter for arrears $ 111.79 $ 126.32 Y01/01/2023 $ 116.26 $ 15.11 $ 131.37 4.00%01/01/2026
1772 Tenant deposit residential - water $50 or $150 $50 or $150 N01/01/2011 $50 or $150 $ - $50 or $150 0.00%01/01/2026
1773 Tenant deposit residential - gas $ 150.00 $ 150.00 N01/01/2011 $ 150.00 $ - $ 150.00 0.00%01/01/2026Flat fee.
varies based on varies based on varies based on varies based on
business type business type business type business type
1774 Tenant deposit commercial - waterN01/01/2022 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
and size of and size of and size of and size of
building building building building
varies based on varies based on varies based on varies based on
business type business type business type business type
1775 Tenant deposit commercial - gasN01/01/2022 $ - 0.00%01/01/2026
and size of and size of and size of and size of
building building building building
1776 Transfer of utility arrears to a property tax account $ 37.86 $42.78 Y01/01/2025 $ 39.37 $ 5.12 $44.49 4.00%01/01/2026
Transfer or refund of Payment made in error- (First transfer/refund
1777 $ 15.60 $17.63 Y01/01/2025 $ 16.22 $ 2.11 $18.33 3.97%01/01/2026
free)
The City processes approximately 8,300 final utility bills
each year, which often require a final meter reading to
accurately close customer accounts. These readings fall
outside the regular monthly billing cycle and necessitate an
on-site visit by a meter reader. This process results in
additional costs due to fees from our third-party meter
1778 Final Utility Meter Read Fee NEW Y NEW $ 30.00 $ 3.90 $33.90 NEW 01/01/2026
reading provider and extra administrative work for revenue
staff, including initiating the move-out process, scheduling
the reading, and finalizing the bill outside the standard
billing schedule. Municipalities such as Cambridge, Toronto,
and Hamilton charge similar fees.
The fee is applicable for each letter sent out related to
1779 Tax Arrears Correspondence (per issuance)NEW N NEW $5.00 $ - $5.00 NEW 01/01/2026
property tax arrears.
1780 Collection reminder notices $5.00 $5.00 N01/01/2020 $5.00 $ - $5.00 0.00%01/01/2026
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Issue Paper Summary
Issue PaperOp 01 - 2026 User Fees
DepartmentFINANCIAL SERVICES
DivisionFINANCIAL PLANNING & ASSET MANAGEMENT
PreparerBrad Palmer, Corporate Financial Advisor
Background
Fees and charges are used by municipalities as an alternative to fully funding various programs and services through property taxes. Fees and
charges are often used for programs and services where customers have a choice whether to use them and, for this reason, the use of fees and
charges tend to be favoured over property taxes alone.
Approval of the user fee schedule as detailed in Appendix E will coincide with the adoption of the 2026 budget. This also includes direction to
Legal Services to prepare the necessary by-laws to amend The City of Kitchener Municipal Code Chapters for fees and charges pertaining to
licensing, planning applications, building permits and Committee of Adjustment applications. Fees increased by 4% with the exception for
rounding. Changes to fees outside of the target 4% are noted below.
Rationale/ Analysis
-Victoria Park Pavilion (Fees 82-96) Added new VPP rental fees for increased fee clarity. Also changed the structure of Facility Attendant to a per
attendant rate with a 2 staff minimum for VPP rentals.
-Gaukel Block (Fees 97-102) Added new Daily, 2-Day rental, and extended booking fees.
-Square Peg (Fees 103-106) Added new daily and monthly rental fees as well as a damage fee.
-44 Gaukel Creative Arts Hub (Fee 108) Added new Tenancy rate as per DSD-2024-065.
-Hydrogeological Study (Environmental Engineering) Review Surcharge (Fee 262) New review fee added for recovery of staff time for reviewing
hydrogeological studies by the environmental engineer. Regional planning responsibility transferred under Bill 23.
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-Letter of Compliance - Amendment Fee (Fee 272) New fee added. After a letter of compliance is prepared and sent to an applicant (such as a
potential property purchaser), the applicant may coordinate with the existing owner to address deficiencies such as an open building permit then
request an updated letter to verify that the matter has been resolved. There is currently no amendment fee that addresses this situation which
occurs frequently. The fee will cover staff time to process the update.
-Environmental Site Assessment Review Surcharge (Fees 282-285) New review fees added for recovery of staff time for reviewing environmental
site assessments. Regional planning responsibility transferred under Bill 23.
-Photocopies (Fee 286-287) These fees were held flat.
-Record of Site Condition (RSC) and Certificate of Property Use (CPU) Review Surcharge (Fee 298) New review fee for recovery of staff time for
reviewing Records of Site Conditions and Certificates of Property Use. Regional planning responsibility transferred under Bill 23.
-Remediation Report Review Surcharge (Fee 299) New fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing remediation reports. Regional planning
responsibility transferred under Bill 23.
-Rental Replacement By-law Application Fee (Fee 300) New fee added as directed by Council for partial recovery of staff time for processing the
application.
-Risk Assessment Review Surcharge (Fee 301) New fee for recovery of staff time for reviewing risk assessments. Regional planning responsibility
transferred under Bill 23.
-Routine Disclosure Requests (Fee 302) This rate is held flat.
Transportation Fees (Fees 347-352 on the detailed fee schedule)
-Bike FOB Fee (Fee 351) This fee is held flat.
Parking (Fees 397- 427) on the detailed fee schedule)
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-Monthly Parking (Fees 398-400) These rates were held flat.
-Remote Parking Lot Rate - Bramm (Fee 401) This fee is held flat.
-Theatre Rate () This rate changes every 3-4 years. Last increase was September 2023. Premium Theatre Rate increase to align
with market pricing.
-Electric Charging Station Rate per hour (Fee 417) Fee reported incorrectly in 2025.
-Part-time 3 Day A Week Permit Package (Fee 427) This fee is held flat.
-The Building Enterprise is proposing no change to the 2026 permit fees. Favourable results over the last few years have allowed the Building
Stabilization reserve fund to reach its target level. With the exception of:
-Request for Environmental records (Fee 527) Increase by the standard 4%.
Fee 576) There is no increase proposed for this fee. This fee is based on cost recovery
from Bell Canada and there was no increase to these fees.
-Fire Response and Investigation Recovery (Fee 592) The fee increase proposed is 1.9% which matches the MTO rate.
-Dispatch Systems administration and analysis (Fee 596) This fee increase is proposed at higher than 4% to align wee with salary recovery.
-Post Fire Property Security/Safety (Fee 597) This fee increase is proposed at higher than 4% to align fee with salary recovery.
Neighbourhood Programs & Services (F
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Fee 648) There is no increase proposed for this fee. The fee is set to a fixed amount that will not
increase annually.
Fee 682) A higher fee increase is proposed for this room to reflect consistent pricing based on the
square footage of the space. This room was previously undercharged.
Williamsburg Community Centre (Fees 768 - 779) New fees are being introduced to reflect the space at the new community Centre. Fees align
with other community centres.
Youth Camp, BLYD (Fees 865 - 866) A higher increase is proposed for this fee to offset the increased operating costs to run the programs.
Neighbouhood Camps (Fees 867 - 871) A higher increase is proposed for this fee to offset the increased operating costs to run the programs.
- Affiliated Sports fees (Fees 900 - 901) These fees are only increasing by 3% to stay within range of the affiliated rate for neighbouring
municipalities.
- Budd Indoor Fields (Fees 929 - 931) Three new fees are being introduced at Budd Park Indoor Fields to align with pricing structure at the
Cowan Recreation Centre (CRC) fields.
- Children 17 and under and Fee 965) Proposing a lower fee increase as Kitchener is currently on the higher end of
pricing regionally.
- 10 Visit Pass (Fee 966 & 968) New Fees are being introduced to provide a discount for returning visitors.
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-Group Admission (Fee 969) New fee being introduced to provide a group discount.
online and at pools.
Fee 972
will be available online and at pools.
3 Month Swim Pass () No fee increase is being proposed as Kitchener is currently on the higher end of pricing regionally.
Fees 984-990) New fees are being introduced so all levels will be the same rate based off the implementation of
the new Kitchener Swims program launched in January 2025. Still among the most expensive in the Region. All lessons adjusted to top group
lesson fee from 2025. Lines separated for flexibility for future adjustments. Fees to increase May 2026 for the start of the spring session with
Winter registration opening before 2026 user fees are approved.
-Private Lessons (Fees 1018 - 1022) These fees have higher proposed increases to align with wage recovery. These fees have not been increased
in many years.
-Sessional Lane/Aquafit Programs (Fees 1024 - 1025) Two new fees being proposed to encourage muti-visits to our Aquafit/lane swim
programs.
-Pool Rentals (Fees 1030-1033) Reduction to fees to reflect change in how pools are priced. Fees are now for the facility and all staffing costs
are priced separately.
-Head Lifeguard per Hour (Fee 1036) New fee proposed for the Headguard hourly rate. This fee will be added to pool rentals.
-Customer Service Attendant per hour (Fee 1037) New fee for a Customer Service Attendant per hour would be added to pool rentals outside of
operating hours.
-Statutory Holiday per Hour (Fee 1038) New fees proposed during Statutory holidays to offset labour costs during statutory holidays.
-BRC Gymnasium rentals (Fees 1053 - 1059) New fees being proposed to add additional price points to align with CRC Gym user fee structure.
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Cowan Recreation Centre (CRC) (Fees
-New fees are being proposed for the New CRC facility including indoor fields, gymnasium rentals, cricket practice net rentals and room rentals.
-A full review of fees has been completed and many of the fees have a larger proposed rate increase to align our fees to similar neighbouring
courses.
-9 Hole co Fee 1123) A new fee is introduced to optimize play on the 9-hole course.
-Game Pack Bundles 9 Hole (Fees 1135 - 1138) New fees are being introduced for the 9-hole course to offer greater flexibility and affordability
to players.
-Public Tree Removal () New fee being introduced based on the recently approved Public Tree Bylaw and tree compensation
program.
-Park or Natural Tree Removal () New fee being introduced based on the recently approved Public Tree Bylaw and tree
compensation program.
-Saturday Committal Services arriving after 3PM per 1/2 hour (Fee 1217) Cost recovery increase as recommended by consultant in of the
Cemetery Strategic Plan.
-Weekday Funerals arriving after 3PM per 1/2 hour (Fee 1218) Cost recovery increase as recommended by consultant in the Cemetery Strategic
Plan.
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-Exterior Niche 4 & Niche 5; Doves in Flight; Meadow Lark (Fee 1283) Cost recovery increase required.
-Charge for concrete (per cubic ft) includes installation fee (Fee 1325) Fee is only increased every few years. Cost recovery.
-Regional Se Fee 1356) This is a set price by the Region of Waterloo based on their funding.
the detailed schedule)
-Gas Service Abandonment (Fee 1409) This fee consolidates previous fees for Gas Service Abandonments that were based on type of pipe.
-Impact Post (100mm diameter) for Gas Meter Set Protection (Fee 1410) The fee has been decreased to match average contractor costs.
-Impact Post (150mm diameter) for Gas Meter Set Protection (Fee 1411) The fee has been decreased to match average contractor costs.
-Volume Conversion and Service Replacement (Fees 1422-1423) This new fee is to facilitate peak
capacity upgrades with no anticipated change in overall gas use. Capacity upgrades with increased overall gas use would remain free.
-Frost Charges for Winter Excavation per Gas Meter (Fee 1426) The fee has been decreased due to the decrease in contractor costs.
-Fees 1433-1477) Due to significant increases to the rental rates in 2024, it was determined that the
majority of the 2026 rates would be increased by 3%, with the exception of the following:
-Maximus (Fee 1465 by 14% in order to keep the cost in line with the increased purchase price of a
new tank.
-CBH-199DVLN (Fee 1468 an additional rental option for combination space and water
heating.
-Anti-Scald Valve Rental (Fee 1477 for ease of administration.
-Direct Purchase Billing () These fees were adjusted to be in line with Enbridge fees.
detailed schedule)
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adaptors are additional, if required) (Fees 1520-1522) These fees have been increased based on
updated costing for the work, plus first 45 minutes free.
- Water Meter Water Shut-Off Fee for Denied Access (Fee 1526) This fee was rounded to the nearest dollar, for ease of administration.
- Water Meter Remote (Fee 1539) This is a new fee to cover the replacement cost of a water meter remote due to loss or damage.
- New Construction Water Meter Fee (Fee 1540) This is a new fee for the cost of a new water meter used during new construction.
- New Subdivision Hydrant Flushing (per hydrant) (Fee 1541) This is a new fee to cover the cost of water the flushing of hydrants in new
development subdivisions in order to maintain chlorine residuals. The cost is for the two-year maintenance period per hydrant to cover staff time
and water used.
Sanitary and Stormwater Utilities (Fees 1542-1574 on the detailed schedule)
- Dewatering Discharge Permit Application Fee (Fee 1562) This new fee is to cover the administrative review and processing of discharge permit
applications. This includes technical and capacity analyses rmwater system can be
accommodated and appropriately tracked.
- Commissioning of Non-City Related Documents (Fee 1626) Holding the fee from 2025 to align with neighbouring municipalities.
- Commissioning of Domestic & Foreign Pension Documents (Fee 1627) This fee needs to be $15.00 (Including HST) for first document, $5.00
(Including HST)/additional document. Holding the fee from 2025.
- Information Access Request (Fees 1628-1631) Legislated fee that cannot be changed.
- Lottery/Bingo License (Fee 1634) Legislated fee that cannot be changed.
- Death Registration (Fee 1635) Holding the fee from 2025 to ensure the fee is in line with the City of Waterloo.
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-Dog and Animal Designation Appeal Fee (Fee 1638) Fee implemented in 2025 through Dog Designation Appeal Committee composition
review.
-Licensing Appeal Tribunal Fee (Fee 1639) Imposing an appeal fee to maintain consistency with all other quasi-judicial appeal committees.
Maintaining the fee in line with Dog Designation which was implemented in 2025.
-Farmers' Market - Class B - Renewal (Fee 1691) This fee is held flat.
Revenue (Fees 1758-1780 on the detailed schedule)
-Payment Review Fee (Fee 1768) A payment review fee will be charged when a payment cannot be processed as expected. This fee helps cover
the work involved in reviewing, reconciling, and updating account activity to ensure a customer account balance is accurately reflected.
-Final Utility Meter Read Fee (Fee 1778) The City processes approximately 8,300 final utility bills each year, which often require a final meter
reading to accurately close customer accounts. These readings fall outside the regular monthly billing cycle and necessitate an on-site visit by a
meter reader. This process results in additional costs due to fees from our third-party meter reading provider and extra administrative work for
Revenue staff, including initiating the move-out process, scheduling the reading, and finalizing the bill outside the standard billing schedule.
Municipalities such as Cambridge, Toronto, and Hamilton charge similar fees. Staff are recommending the implementation of a $30 fee per final
meter read in Kitchener to offset some of the costs associated with completing final meter reads.
Financial Implications
User fees make up approximately 12% of the revenues used to fund the tax supported operating budget. The proposed 2026 tax supported
budget includes increases to fees and charges by 4% in most instances.
Recommendation
For information.
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Issue PaperCap 01 - Strategic Additions
DepartmentGENERAL EXPENSE
DivisionGENERAL EXPENSE
PreparerRyan Hagey, Director of Financial Planning & Asset Management
Background
The City's strategic plan is the community's shared vision for the future of Kitchener. After significant public consultation, in August 2023, Council approved the
2023-2026 strategic goals, goal statements, and actions.
Rationale/ Analysis
Since its adoption in the summer of 2023, significant funding has been allocated to priority areas identified in Kitchener's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. In addition to
these investments, one-time funding of $1M has been earmarked and is available in this year's capital budget for direction to continue advancing important Council
and community priorities. Council will have an opportunity to discuss potential options prior to the Mayor proposing the budget in early December. Options which
are not advanced as part of this budget will have an opportunity to be considered in the future.
Staff have identified areas potential investment which are summarized below. These are just suggested areas for investment and Council is free to consider other
options not included in the list below.
ating and Shade in Parks and/or Cricket Improvements
From 2021-2024 the City received feedback on its outdoor recreation facilities through a masterplan update called Places & Spaces. This update includes reviewing
the total amount of park space within Kitchener, as well as the quality of the amenities and experiences they provide. Data from the 2025 asset management plan
(AMP) shows the City owns and operates parks, trails, and open spaces with a combined replacement value of nearly $125 million. Examples of projects that are
important but unfunded include much needed seating and shade in parks which would benefit all park users, as well as improved access to cricket amenities to meet
the growing demand of this sport.
In addition to the City's overall Strategic Plan, divisions within the City prepare strategies which focus on a specific area of service delivery for the community. These
strategies are prepared periodically to ensure divisions are putting their efforts towards the right programs, activities, and infrastructure to meet the needs of local
residents and businesses. The Special Events Strategy was recently presented to Council and noted some items that could benefit from one-time funding. For
example, the City sees a benefit of purchasing equipment that is often rented by the City or other organizations that put on special events. Owning this equipment
would reduce costs of running events and ensure its availability.
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As a result of current economic conditions, Downtown Kitchener is experiencing significant office vacancy rates. As part of the Make It Kitchener 2.0 strategy refresh,
staff anticipate a major focus will emerge to support the attraction and retention of office-based companies in the core. Any initiatives would be developed and
implemented in partnership with major office building owners and organizations like the Waterloo Region Economic Development Corporation. One-time capital
funding would be used to implement City-driven actions that emerge. This could include, for example, business attraction efforts, physical improvements in the
downtown, new financial incentives, marketing strategy implementation, etc.
4)Continuing with
In October of 2024 the City of Kitchener launched a $100,000 pilot program called Pitch Kitchener. This initiative saw the City partner with Communitech to provide
opportunities for local startups that could be used in city operations with the aim of using technology to improve
overall service delivery. The initial year of the program resulted in 3 local proponents piloting technologies with the City. A report on the pilot is expected to come
back to Council in Q1 of 2026 but it has largely been seen as successful. One-time capital funding could be used to continue with a second year of the program in
2026 supporting more local partnerships and innovation.
Financial Implications
$1M has been added to the Strategic Addition capital account in General Expense to be allocated as part of the budget process. If the funds are not allocated, they
will be returned to the appropriate reserve fund and can be allocated at a future date.
Recommendation
For direction.
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Issue PaperCap 02 - Road Reconstruction Timing Changes - 2026 Budget
DepartmentFINANCIAL SERVICES
DivisionFINANCIAL PLANNING & ASSET MANAGEMENT
PreparerRyan Hagey, Director of Financial Planning & Asset Management
Background
The City reconstructs roads when the aboveground and underground infrastructure (watermains and sewers) approach the end of their useful lives. Each year staff
updates its reconstruction replacement listing based on new information which can cause a change in timing of specific projects. It is common for projects to move
forward or backward based on different factors such as impacts from other projects (both City projects and from other municipalities), changes in project pricing, and
updated condition information. Because of the uncertainty in timing around this type of work, specific projects are only identified for the first five years of the capital
forecast.
It should also be noted that there can be significant cost difference between specific projects (e.g. one project may cost over $10M, while a much smaller project
could cost closer to $1M). Staff try to maximize the funding available to complete the as many projects as possible within the funding constraints.
Rationale/ Analysis
The following changes have been made to the construction timing of the full reconstruction program:
1)Fairfield Ave: moved up to 2026 due to funding availability
2)Floyd St: moved up to 2027 due to funding availability
3)Stirling Ave: moved up to 2028 to tie into Expressway crossing project
4)Woodward Ave: moved up to 2028 due to funding availability
5)Crestwood Ave: moved up to 2028 due to funding availability
6)Belleview-Smithson-Layton-Suffolk: moved up to 2029 due to stormwater and pavement issues
7)Avalon-Barbara: moved up to 2029 due to stormwater, water and pavement issues
8)Elizabeth St: moved back to 2029 to tie in with Oxford work planned for 2028
Financial Implications
None. All projects are funded through the full reconstruction budget within Engineering.
Recommendation
For information.
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