08
Jan
Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): The City of Toronto is set to present its 2026 budget at city hall on Wednesday, with affordability emerging as the central theme amid ongoing economic uncertainty. City officials confirmed that the proposed budget includes a freeze on Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) fares along with the introduction of a monthly price cap for riders, measures aimed at easing daily commuting costs for residents. The budget also proposes a 2.2 per cent increase in property taxes, marking a significant slowdown compared to the steep hikes imposed over the previous two years. Speaking to CP24 ahead of the budget…