Tax Rebate and Incentive Programs
Changes to your Property
If there have been any major changes to your property such as a structure demolition or a fire, you may be entitled to a reduction in your taxes.
Farm Property Class Tax Rebate Program
Working farms may be eligible for a municipal property tax reduction under this program, please contact the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) at 1-888-466-2372.
Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program
Swamp or wetland properties may be eligible for a property tax reduction under this program, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-268-8959.
Managed Forest Incentive Program
Forested properties may be eligible for a property tax reduction, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-855-866-3847.
Registered Charity Rebate Program
Registered charities in commercial or industrial properties may be eligible for a property tax rebate.
Registered Charity Application for Property Tax Rebate
Landlord/Property Owner Declaration
Please submit and return to the Municipal office by February 28.
Seniors, Low-Income Seniors & Low-Income Disabled Persons Tax Deferral Program
The Town of East Gwillimbury offers a Seniors, Low-income Seniors, and Low-income Disabled Homeowners deferral program. This program allows for qualifying homeowners to defer the increase of their taxes from one year to the next, interest free until the time in which the home is sold or change of title occurs. All deferral monies must be repaid to the Town of East Gwillimbury at that time.
Seniors Tax Deferral Application
The Town also has a similar deferral option for water/wastewater. Please contact us for more information at (905) 478-4282.
