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Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program

Property tax rebate for eligible charities

Offered by
City of St. Catharines
Official source: stcatharines.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Charitable organizations registered with the Canada Revenue Agency
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Overview

This program offers a property tax rebate for eligible charitable organizations in St. Catharines. It supports organizations paying commercial or industrial property taxes and requires proof of eligibility and occupancy.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
  • Ensure financial sustainability

Eligible candidates

Location
  • St. Catharines
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
100% donations / grants
Scope
Local

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program Updated

The City now shows dedicated application instructions, eligibility requirements, and a January 1 to February 28 application window for the property tax rebate program.

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The Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program page now shows a dedicated application process for eligible charities and non-profit organizations, including the required Tax Rebate Application for Charitable Organizations and supporting documents. Applicants must submit the complete application to City Hall at 50 Church St. between January 1 of the tax year and February 28 of the following year. The eligibility section now states that the organization must be a charitable organization registered with the Canada Revenue Agency and be paying commercial or industrial property taxes on the property it occupies. This is more detailed than the earlier, broader mention of the charitable rebate and now makes the required proof and filing window explicit.

Official source: stcatharines.ca
June 18, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Charitable organizations registered with the Canada Revenue Agency

Eligible geographic areas

  • St. Catharines, Ontario

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the application
    • Fill out the Tax Rebate Application for Charitable Organizations.
    • Prepare the required supporting evidence.
  • Step 2: Submit the application
    • Send the completed application to City Hall at 50 Church St., St. Catharines.
    • Applications can also be faxed to 905.688.4077.
    • Submit between January 1 of the tax year and February 28 of the following year.

Documents Needed

  • Tax Rebate Application for Charitable Organizations form
  • CRA Confirmation of Registration
  • Proof of square footage occupied and total building square footage
  • Written proof from the landlord showing property taxes in lease payments or paid property taxes

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the City of St. Catharines.
  • Applicants must provide written proof of eligibility with the application.
  • Approved rebates are issued for the current tax year.

Additional information

  • The rebate must be applied for on an annual basis.
  • Applications are accepted only during the filing window set by the City of St. Catharines.

Contacts

taxes@stcatharines.ca
905.688.5601 ext #1434

Official sources

stcatharines.ca
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program Program

What is the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program?

This program offers a property tax rebate for eligible charitable organizations in St. Catharines. It supports organizations paying commercial or industrial property taxes and requires proof of eligibility and occupancy.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program program?

To be eligible for the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program program, you must: CRA-registered charitable organization Occupies property and pays commercial or industrial taxes

Who can I contact for more information about the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program?

You can contact City of St. Catharines by email at taxes@stcatharines.ca or by phone at 905.688.5601 ext #1434.

Where is the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program available?

The Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program is a Tax Credits

Who are the financial supporters of the Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program?

Non-profit Property Tax Rebate Program is funded by City of St. Catharines