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Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Ontario’s Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program reduces the property tax rate on eligible farmland to no more than 25% of the residential municipal rate. It supports farm businesses and includes an application process for new purchases, ownership changes, and exemptions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- $ 7,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Applying for a reduced property tax rate on farmland.
- Confirming eligibility after a farmland purchase.
- Updating eligibility after ownership or operational changes.
- Applying for an exemption from an eligibility requirement.
Documents Needed
- Property roll number
- Farm Business Registration (FBR) number
- Tenant’s FBR number, if applicable
- Completed eligibility application form
- Supporting documents for exemption requests, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Farm property owners in Ontario
- Farm businesses operated by owners or tenants
- Corporations, partnerships, trusts, and not-for-profit corporations with eligible ownership
Who is not eligible
- Properties not assessed as farmland by MPAC
- Properties without a valid FBR number, unless exempt
- Properties not owned by Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Agricorp reviews the submitted eligibility application.
- Agricorp notifies the applicant of the outcome.
- If approved, the municipality applies the farm property tax rate.
- Random verification may be conducted later, and supporting documents may be requested.
Additional information
- Agricorp may request random verifications.
- Property owners must report changes affecting eligibility.
- Exemptions can expire and must be renewed before expiry.
- Farmland used for residential purposes is not included.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Farm Property Class Tax Rate 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 Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program?
Ontario’s Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program reduces the property tax rate on eligible farmland to no more than 25% of the residential municipal rate. It supports farm businesses and includes an application process for new purchases, ownership changes, and exemptions.
Who is eligible for the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program program?
To be eligible for the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program program, you must:
MPAC-assessed farmland
Active farm business with valid FBR
Canadian ownership required
What expenses are eligible under Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program?
Applying for a reduced property tax rate on farmland.
Confirming eligibility after a farmland purchase.
Updating eligibility after ownership or operational changes.
Applying for an exemption from an eligibility requirement.
Who can I contact for more information about the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program?
You can contact Agricorp by email at contact@agricorp.com or by phone at 1-888-247-4999.
Where is the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program available?
The Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program?
Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program is funded by Agricorp