The Nation is preparing its 2026 budget with the new strong mayor process. Mayor Francis Brière is proposing a tax increase of 5.66%, or $916,820 more than in 2025. A home valued at $300,000 would pay $88 more in property taxes. Councillors deplore the fact that the documents contain less information than in the past. The administration says the budget maintains services, with only a 0.27% operational increase and $100,000 cut from recreation. Further discussions are planned before final adoption.