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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 800
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2025
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Location
Nova Scotia
Overview
This program provides low-income seniors with a rebate on municipal residential property taxes. Eligible homeowners may receive 50% of their 2024 municipal residential property taxes, up to $800, for their primary residence.
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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 : 800 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2025
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Nova Scotia
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
- Seniors
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed rebate application form
- Property tax bills and receipts, or the Municipal Property Tax Sheet
- Social Insurance Number
- Proof of Guaranteed Income Supplement or Allowance
- Proof of power of attorney or death certificate, if applicable
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
- Municipal residential property taxes paid for the 2024 tax year
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Commercial property taxes
- Resource property taxes
- Municipal exemptions or rebates
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
- Municipalities that provide property tax information directly: Cape Breton Regional Municipality, Halifax Regional Municipality, Municipality of the County of Annapolis, Municipality of the County of Antigonish, Municipality of the County of Colchester, Municipality of the County of Kings, Municipality of the County of Pictou, Municipality of the County of Richmond, Municipality of the District of Argyle, Municipality of the District of Barrington, Municipality of the District of Chester, Municipality of the District of Clare, Municipality of the District of Digby, Municipality of the District of East Hants, Municipality of the District of Lunenburg, Municipality of the District of Shelburne, Municipality of the District of Yarmouth, Region of Queens Municipality, Town of Amherst, Town of Bridgewater, Town of Yarmouth, West Hants Regional Municipality
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission starting July 1, 2025.
- Additional information may be requested by mail if needed.
- Approved rebates are paid by direct deposit or cheque.
- Processing usually takes 8 to 10 weeks.
Additional information
- The program applies to the 2024 tax year.
- Applications are processed starting July 1, 2025.
- There is no cost to apply.
- Payment may be made by direct deposit or by cheque.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors. 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 for Seniors?
This program provides low-income seniors with a rebate on municipal residential property taxes. Eligible homeowners may receive 50% of their 2024 municipal residential property taxes, up to $800, for their primary residence.
How much funding can be received?
Property Tax Rebate for Seniors Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $800 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was December 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors program?
To be eligible for the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors program, you must:
2024 municipal residential taxes paid in full
Primary residence in 2024
GIS or Allowance eligibility
Who can I contact for more information about the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia by email at none or by phone at 902-424-5200.
Where is the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors available?
The Property Tax Rebate for Seniors program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Property Tax Rebate for Seniors is a Tax Credits