Closed
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 300 - $ 425
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Timmins, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides a credit to qualified Timmins residents for tax and utility accounts. The tax rebate is $425 against annual property taxes over $500, and the utility amount varies based on the property’s metering system and number of rooms.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 425 $
- Minimum amount : 300 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Timmins
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Information for the applicant and spouse
- Consent to verify social assistance status
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners in Timmins
- Applicants or spouses receiving eligible social assistance
Who is not eligible
- Non-residential property owners
- Applicants who do not own the property for the full year
- Households not occupying a single-family dwelling as a personal residence
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Timmins, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the Low Income Assistance Credits Utility & Tax application form.
- Provide the required applicant and spouse information.
- Step 2: Submit the form
- Email the completed form to collections@timmins.ca.
- Mail it to the City of Timmins Tax and Utilities Department.
- Drop it off at City Hall, Service Timmins Department.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed and social assistance status is verified with the relevant government office.
- City staff approve or decline the credit.
- Applicants are informed of the decision.
Additional information
- The rebate is issued as a credit against tax and utility accounts.
- Tax and utility relief is intended for qualified residents.
- Applicants must reapply every year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate Program
What is the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate?
This program provides a credit to qualified Timmins residents for tax and utility accounts. The tax rebate is $425 against annual property taxes over $500, and the utility amount varies based on the property’s metering system and number of rooms.
How much funding can be received?
Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate Funds up to $425 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate program?
To be eligible for the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate program, you must:
Receives eligible social assistance
Residential property ownership
Owner-occupied home
Who can I contact for more information about the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate?
You can contact City of Timmins by email at collections@timmins.ca or by phone at 705-264-1331.
Where is the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate available?
The Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate?
Low-Income Tax & Utility Rebate is funded by City of Timmins