Where does local government get its funding?

Most local government revenue comes from the taxes and fees that it charges residents for services. Property taxes and user fees (for example, from recreation programs and special events) pay for the services that the municipality provides, except for wastewater services, which are paid for through wastewater user fees. After these taxes and fees, the local government receives some funding from the province and other local governments (for example, when our Fire Departments provide protection for a neighboring municipality).