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Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties
40% property tax rebate for registered charities
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
Registered charities occupying eligible commercial or industrial property may receive a 40% rebate on provincial property tax and education tax. The program supports annual applications for properties used by charities in qualifying commercial or industrial buildings.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Occupying eligible commercial or industrial property as a registered charity
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Copy of CRA charitable registration
- Most recent annual information return filed with the CRA
- Current lease showing property taxes paid, if leased
- Landlord invoice or statement showing property taxes charged, if leased
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
- Charities occupying commercial or industrial class properties
Eligible expenses
- Provincial property tax and education tax on eligible commercial or industrial property
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Properties in regions of the province not formed into municipalities
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission to confirm eligibility and supporting documents.
- A decision is based on the information provided with the annual application.
- Applications must be submitted by mail or in person to the Provincial Land Tax Office.
Additional information
- The application must be completed and signed every year.
- The form must be received by the tax office by the last day of February of the following taxation year.
- If the charity leases the property, lease and landlord documents are also required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties. 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 Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties?
Registered charities occupying eligible commercial or industrial property may receive a 40% rebate on provincial property tax and education tax. The program supports annual applications for properties used by charities in qualifying commercial or industrial buildings.
How much funding can be received?
Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties program?
To be eligible for the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties program, you must:
Registered charity
Commercial or industrial property occupancy
Property taxes paid on the property
What expenses are eligible under Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties?
Occupying eligible commercial or industrial property as a registered charity
Who can I contact for more information about the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties?
You can contact Region of Waterloo by email at none or by phone at 1-866-400-2122.
Where is the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties available?
The Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Property Tax Rebate Application for Registered Charities in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties is a Tax Credits