2022 Budget

Local governments must annually adopt a financial plan in accordance with the Local Government Act and the Community Charter. The planning period for the financial plan must include the current fiscal year and the next four fiscal years (five-year plan).

If you have questions about the District of Fort St. James Financial Plan or the annual budgeting process, please contact

Rachelle Willick, Chief Financial Officer
Carrie Constantine, Accounting Clerk

Facts about the Budget you may not know:

  • The Municipality's budget must be based on a five year plan that is updated and adopted as a bylaw every year. 
  • The budget must set out the Municipality's objectives and policies for the planning period
  • The Municipality must engage in public consultation prior to adopting the budget each year.

If you have questions about how your tax dollars are spent, please do not hesitate to reach out to the finance office to learn more.