Balancing our operating budget
Toronto Metropolitan University continues to work within the provincial government’s parameters to balance the university’s operating budget.
Promoting access to a high-quality post-secondary education is an important institutional value, and as expressed in our 2025-2030 Academic Plan, we remain committed to funding activities that allow us to be bold in our thinking, actions and decisions.
Balancing the budget is a complex task that requires input from our academic and administrative leaders, as well as the broader university community. Our open and consultative budget process gives students, faculty and staff the opportunity to engage with senior administration on our 2025-26 budget plans in a public forum.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to Toronto Metropolitan University and for taking part in this important process.
Key documents and information
Upcoming town halls
Join one of our town halls to learn more about how TMU will approach budgeting for the 2025-26 academic year and to provide input.
Budget process
The annual university budget is the financial plan for how the university will receive and spend funds in a fiscal year.
At Toronto Metropolitan University, we adhere to five guiding principles when preparing the annual budget:
- Prioritize students
- Protect the university’s core business
- Be fair and transparent
- Remain forward looking
- Conduct wide consultations with the community
