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A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship
Tax relief for eligible low-income homeowners
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides tax relief of up to $500 by cancelling eligible tax increases for qualifying homeowners. It supports low-income seniors and persons with disabilities who apply for relief on their principal residence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Cancellation of eligible municipal and school tax increases.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents proving eligibility
- Written authorization for third-party information release
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income seniors
- Low-income persons with disabilities
- Spouses of eligible seniors or persons with disabilities
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Grey
- Lower-tier municipalities within the County of Grey, including the City of Owen Sound
Selection criteria
- Eligible property status
- Eligible increase in taxes
- Applicant’s low-income senior or disability status
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Provide applicant and property details.
- Indicate the applicant’s eligibility status.
- Step 2: Submit to the local treasurer
- Send the application to the treasurer of the municipality where the property is located.
- Submit by December 31 of the subject year.
- Step 3: Provide supporting information if requested
- Respond to any request for additional documents or information.
- Provide the requested materials within 60 days.
Processing and Agreement
- The treasurer reviews the application and may request additional information.
- Eligibility is assessed based on the property, the tax increase, and the applicant’s status.
- Applicants are notified once the treasurer approves or denies the request.
- If approved, the tax cancellation is applied to the account.
Additional information
- The applicant must certify that the information provided is true, accurate, and complete.
- Applicants must disclose financial circumstances and report changes before a decision is made.
- The municipality may request additional information to verify the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship Program
What is the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship?
This program provides tax relief of up to $500 by cancelling eligible tax increases for qualifying homeowners. It supports low-income seniors and persons with disabilities who apply for relief on their principal residence.
How much funding can be received?
A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship program?
To be eligible for the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship program, you must:
Low-income senior or disabled person
Principal residence in residential class
Subject year tax increase
What expenses are eligible under A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship?
Cancellation of eligible municipal and school tax increases.
Who can I contact for more information about the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship?
You can contact Municipality of Grey Highlands by email at finance@greyhighlands.ca or by phone at 519-986-2811.
Where is the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship available?
The A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
A By-law to Provide for the Cancellation of Tax Increases for the Purposes of Relieving Financial Hardship is a Tax Credits