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Kitimat council has advanced its 2026 budget process after giving three readings to the financial plan, tax rate and residential flat tax bylaws, including a 4.79 per cent property tax increase.

The District of Kitimat has advanced its 2026 municipal budget, outlining a 4.79 per cent tax increase, $49 million in operating costs, and major investments in infrastructure and community projects.

Kitimat council has voted to seek permission from CN Rail for an assessment of the historic CN station, marking the first step toward potentially preserving and relocating the deteriorating heritage building.

Kitimat council has approved funding for a $2.25 million spray park using regional benefits money after rejecting a motion to delay the project to 2027, while also seeking financial support from LNG Canada and TC Energy.

With concerns growing about flaring at the LNG Canada facility in Kitimat, residents will soon have a chance to provide feedback as the company prepares to launch public consultation on a proposed amendment tied to early operations.

LNG Canada says a flaring assessment found increased flaring at its Kitimat facility had a small to negligible impact on local air quality, with monitoring data remaining below provincial guidelines.

Kitimat council continues discussing a proposed spray park as part of broader recreation and capital planning conversations, with funding and budget considerations still under review.

Kitimat council has been warned the District’s five-year capital plan currently includes a projected $1.9 million funding shortfall in its first two years, meaning some projects may need to be delayed or removed unless new funding is found.