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Toronto is becoming increasingly unaffordable and income inequality is widening faster than ever before. People, communities, and an entire generation are being squeezed out of the city. It doesn’t have to be this way. A more democratic, affordable, and just Toronto is possible.
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Join Progress Toronto at the Fund Our City Rally while City Council debates on the 2026 city budget on February 10.
Join Progress Toronto throughout the day on Tuesday, February 10 at City Hall or on Zoom to watch Council debate on vote on the 2026 budget.
On Wednesday, February 4 at 6PM, join Toronto Environmental Alliance Campaigns Director Sarah Buchanan and Progress Toronto Executive Director Saman Tabasinejad to learn more about the legislative process, the key players who are influencing decisions, and how you can have your say.
City Council votes on the 2026 City Budget on February 10—this is our opportunity to win increased investments in programs that prevent evictions and support renters. To win, we need renters across Toronto to take action to protect the funding for renter protections and affordable housing. Sign up here.
The proposed budget invests in services that make Toronto more affordable and livable, but conservatives on council are campaigning for cuts. Send your message to tell Mayor Chow and council to approve a budget that prevents evictions, makes transit more affordable, and invests in services. Learn more and take action here.
Speaking at Budget Committee can feel intimidating—that’s why we’re offering a workshop to help you get prepared. On Sunday, January 18 at 12pm we will be hosting an online Speaking at Budget Committee Prep Session. After learning the structure of a good deputation, you will have time to write, practice, and get feedback with other speakers.
We will be hosting a deputation training with the Toronto Youth Cabinet (TYC) on Wednesday, January 14 at 6pm. TYC Transit Lead Zain Khurram and community organizer Monica de Vera will be leading our How to Speak at Budget Committee training.
The City's Budget Committee will be hosting public consultations on January 20 and 21 that directly inform the Mayor’s proposed budget. Progress Toronto will provide the support you need to give a great deputation, along with connecting you to a community of other speakers all making their voices heard. Learn more here.
On Wednesday, January 12, Councillor Alejandra Bravo’s Chief of Staff Wyndham Bettencourt-McCarthy will lead our City Budget 101 training. We are also excited to have Councillor Gord Perks join us to share his perspective as the Budget Committee Vice Chair. Join us to learn more about the budget, the process, and how you can have your say. Learn more here
The City Budget process is underway and it’s your opportunity to have your say in shaping our city! That’s why we’ve launched our free 2026 Budget Training Series. Sign up for a free training and learn how to get involved. Read more and sign up here.
