Winnipeg’s preliminary 2026 budget includes plenty of road construction projects, expanded late-night bus service, extra firefighters and paramedics, and new safety measures for the downtown Millennium Library.

The city is proposing a 3.5 per cent property tax hike, while promising to keep combined water and sewer rate increases lower than originally proposed.

Winnipeg residents will get a chance to give feedback on the spending blueprint, which was tabled Friday, before council holds a final vote Dec. 17. Here are 12 highlights:

“Largest” road renewal plan in city history

Mayor Scott Gillingham asked drivers for patience in 2026 ahead of what is projected to be another busy road construction season.

The city is allocating $156 million next year for regional and local road constructio

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