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Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities
Tax rebate for eligible registered charities
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Registered charities can receive a rebate of 40% of provincial land tax and education tax payable on an eligible property they occupy. The program supports charities occupying property in commercial or industrial classes, with applications submitted annually.
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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
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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 an eligible property in the commercial or industrial class
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed rebate application form
- CRA charity registration notice
- Most recent CRA annual information return
- Current lease, if the property is rented
- Landlord statement or invoice showing property taxes billed, if rented
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities
Eligible expenses
- Provincial land tax payable on an eligible property
- Education tax payable on an eligible property
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Non-municipal areas of Northern Ontario
Selection criteria
- Charity registration with the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Occupancy of an eligible property.
- Payment of taxes on the property.
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the application form
- Get the Application for Registered Charities Tax Rebate form.
- Step 2: Complete the form
- Fill out and sign the application annually.
- Step 3: Gather supporting documents
- Include the required CRA documents and any lease-related documents if the property is rented.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Mail the package to the Provincial Land Tax office in Thunder Bay or drop it off in person.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission.
- Annual filing confirms eligibility or continued eligibility.
- Rebate is granted only if the charity qualifies.
Additional information
- The rebate applies annually.
- The application must be signed.
- The application can be submitted by mail or in person.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities Program
What is the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities?
Registered charities can receive a rebate of 40% of provincial land tax and education tax payable on an eligible property they occupy. The program supports charities occupying property in commercial or industrial classes, with applications submitted annually.
How much funding can be received?
Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities program?
To be eligible for the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities program, you must:
Registered charity with CRA number
Occupies eligible property
Pays tax on the property
What expenses are eligible under Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities?
Occupying an eligible property in the commercial or industrial class
Who can I contact for more information about the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at plt@thunderbay.ca or by phone at 1-866-400-2122.
Where is the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities available?
The Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Provincial Land Tax rebate program for registered charities is a Tax Credits