Carleton Place residents will see an 8% increase in their taxes next year, as the town finalizes its 2025 budget.
The hike comes mainly from a sharp rise in Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) costs, which have surged across many municipalities in the province.
OPP expenses account for just over half of the budget increase.
Last week, the provincial government introduced a one-time OPP relief fund of $77 million, but details on how the money will be distributed to individual municipalities have yet to be revealed.
With tight budget deadlines looming, local treasurers are working to adjust tax rates, and more communities could face similar tax increases in the coming weeks.
As Ontario’s municipalities scramble to balance their books, many residents may feel the pinch from rising police costs and other budget pressures.