The Town of Stettler council has approved keeping business licence fees unchanged for 2026.
During its Dec. 2 meeting, council maintained the existing annual rates of $150 for resident businesses & $350 for non-resident operators.
Administration reported 567 active licences as of Nov. 20, including 454 commercial, 51 home occupations and 62 non-resident businesses.
Based on 2025 figures, the town projects potential revenue of about $97,450 from licence fees next year.
A review found Stettler’s fees remain in line with other municipalities across the province.
The fees were last adjusted in 2013, when the resident rate rose from $125 & the non-resident rate increased from $325.
2026 Business Tax Fees
Councillors also confirmed the annual tax for professional businesses such as medical clinics, chiropractic offices & banks will remain at $150 next year.
Administration reported 40 active business tax rolls as of Nov. 26.
Based on 2025 numbers, the fee is expected to generate about $6,000 in revenue in 2026.
The business tax rate was last adjusted in 2013, when council increased it from $125.
Author: Landin Chambers
Landin Chambers is a news reporter for Hometown Media Stettler. He has a background in broadcast news, with previous roles in Prince George, Red Deer and Calgary. You may also see him as a cameraman for the Stettler Wildcats and Stettler Imperials. Have a story idea? Email: lchambers@htproductionsmedia.ca
