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Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC)
Manitoba property tax relief for homeowners
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 350
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba
Overview
The Education Property Tax Credit helped Manitoba homeowners reduce school taxes by up to $350 for 2023 and 2024. Seniors could claim an additional amount, and the credit also applied to eligible mobile home situations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Claiming a property tax credit on a principal residence.
- Claiming an additional senior household credit.
- Claiming eligible mobile home-related school tax amounts.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Manitoba homeowners.
- Senior households.
- Eligible mobile home owners.
Who is not eligible
- Renters seeking the Education Property Tax Credit for a principal residence.
- Mobile home residents who already claim the renters tax credit.
Eligible expenses
- Education property taxes, also referred to as school taxes.
- For eligible mobile homes, a portion of licence fees or land rental fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- The credit is applied through the municipal property tax statement or claimed on the personal income tax return.
- If the home is designated before the tax statement is printed, the credit applies that year.
- If designation happens later, the credit can be claimed on the tax return for that year.
- Once designated, the homeowner does not need to reapply each year.
Additional information
- The credit was available for the 2023 and 2024 tax years.
- For 2025, it was replaced by the Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit.
- Once a home is designated as a principal residence, no yearly re-application is needed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC). 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 Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC)?
The Education Property Tax Credit helped Manitoba homeowners reduce school taxes by up to $350 for 2023 and 2024. Seniors could claim an additional amount, and the credit also applied to eligible mobile home situations.
How much funding can be received?
Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) Funds up to $350 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) program?
To be eligible for the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) program, you must:
Manitoba homeowners paying education property taxes.
Principal residence designation required.
Additional support for senior households.
What expenses are eligible under Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC)?
Claiming a property tax credit on a principal residence.
Claiming an additional senior household credit.
Claiming eligible mobile home-related school tax amounts.
Who can I contact for more information about the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC)?
You can contact Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-959-5525.
Where is the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) available?
The Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC) is a Tax Credits