The City of Montreal’s latest financial report, released on June 19, 2026, shows that the winter season was the most costly in a ten‑year span. The statement details that more than $80 million Canadian dollars was paid to the Montreal police force for overtime work during the period.
According to the report, the surge in winter‑related expenses combined with a rise in fine collections contributed to the record‑high spending. The municipality recorded an increase in revenue from traffic and other municipal fines, which helped offset some of the higher outlays but did not prevent the overall cost from reaching a decade peak.
The annual financial statement, which the city publishes each year, breaks down revenues, expenditures and special payments such as overtime. In this cycle, the overtime payments to police officers were the largest single item in the special payments category, exceeding $80 million. The report does not attribute the overtime to any single cause but notes that winter conditions typically demand additional policing resources.
City officials indicated that the higher winter expenses stem from increased snow removal, road maintenance and related public safety operations. The added fine revenue reflects stricter enforcement actions during the season, according to the figures presented.
The financial overview will be used by municipal planners as they assess budget allocations for the upcoming fiscal year. The report serves as a public record of how seasonal factors can influence municipal spending and revenue streams, highlighting the financial impact of winter on the city’s operations.