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Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program
Property tax relief for protected natural lands
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This Ontario program offers a 100% property tax exemption on eligible portions of conservation lands. It supports private stewardship of provincially important natural features and applies to qualifying lands and related conservation activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Protection of eligible conservation lands
- Low-impact recreational use
- Invasive species management
- Native species planting and prescribed burns
- Trail maintenance and approved trail development
Documents Needed
- Completed application package
- Supporting documentation for land eligibility
- Charitable status documents, if applicable
- Letters patent and corporate objects, for first-time charitable applicants
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private landowners
- Registered charities with natural heritage conservation objectives
- Conservation authorities
Who is not eligible
- Municipalities and other governments
- Commercially harvested properties for at least 10 years after harvest
- Land with buildings or improvements on the eligible portion
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Buildings and associated improvements
- Commercial harvesting of forest products
- Sale, barter, or trade of non-timber forest products
- Draining, dredging, filling, grading, or soil removal
- Off-trail motorized vehicle use
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
- The Ministry makes the final decision on program compatibility and eligibility.
- Applicants are notified after the review, by email or letter mail.
- Approved landowners must continue to comply with program policy and submit annual applications.
Additional information
- The program is administered by Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
- Application forms are mailed to eligible property owners each spring.
- Applications must be submitted every year to remain enrolled.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Conservation Land Tax Incentive 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 Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program?
This Ontario program offers a 100% property tax exemption on eligible portions of conservation lands. It supports private stewardship of provincially important natural features and applies to qualifying lands and related conservation activities.
How much funding can be received?
Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program program?
To be eligible for the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program program, you must:
Eligible landowner
Eligible conservation land
Annual application required
What expenses are eligible under Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program?
Protection of eligible conservation lands
Low-impact recreational use
Invasive species management
Native species planting and prescribed burns
Trail maintenance and approved trail development
Who can I contact for more information about the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program?
You can contact Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (ON) (MNRF) by email at cltip@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-800-268-8959.
Where is the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program available?
The Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program is a Tax Credits