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Agricultural property tax credit program
Provides financial relief for agricultural property tax expenses
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Agricultural Property Tax Credit Program (PCTFA) covers a portion of property taxes for registered agricultural operations in Quebec to provide financial relief to farm owners. The program aims to support farm sustainability by reimbursing part of municipal property taxes on eligible agricultural land; there is no stated maximum funding amount, as the credit is based on taxation paid.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
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Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Partial payment of agricultural property taxes for registered agricultural operations.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of registered agricultural operations
- Operators of agricultural businesses leasing land from third parties
Eligible expenses
- Payment of a portion of the municipal property taxes on registered agricultural land.
Eligible geographic areas
- Province of Quebec
Additional information
- The client file must be updated and compliant by November 30 each year to maximize credits for the upcoming tax year.
- If the farm operator is a tenant, both the tenant and the property owner must complete a joint payment application.
- For rented agricultural land, the lease declaration must cover the full credit year (January 1 to December 31) to be eligible for the maximum amount.
- All eligibility conditions must be met by November 30 for the credit to be applied to the following year’s municipal tax account.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural property tax credit program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural property tax credit program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Agricultural property tax credit program?
The Agricultural Property Tax Credit Program (PCTFA) covers a portion of property taxes for registered agricultural operations in Quebec to provide financial relief to farm owners. The program aims to support farm sustainability by reimbursing part of municipal property taxes on eligible agricultural land; there is no stated maximum funding amount, as the credit is based on taxation paid.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural property tax credit program program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural property tax credit program program, you must:
The agricultural operation must be registered with MAPAQ.
The property must be wholly or partly located in the agricultural zone.
All eligibility conditions must be met by November 30 of each year.
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural property tax credit program?
Partial payment of agricultural property taxes for registered agricultural operations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural property tax credit program?
You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at daet@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1-866-822-2140.
Where is the Agricultural property tax credit program available?
The Agricultural property tax credit program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Agricultural property tax credit program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agricultural property tax credit program is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Agricultural property tax credit program?
Agricultural property tax credit program is funded by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), Gouvernment of Québec