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Registered Charity Rebates - Burlington - Ontario - Canada
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Registered Charity Rebates

Property tax rebate for registered charities
Last Update: April 26, 2026
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Funding available
$ 40
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Registered charities occupying commercial or industrial property may receive a property tax rebate of up to 40%. The program supports charity tenants or owners submitting an application for the rebate through their local municipality.
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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 : 40 $
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
  • Burlington
  • 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
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Documents Needed

  • Completed Registered Charities Application Form for Property Tax Rebate
  • Landlord declaration
  • Lease agreement, if the charity is a tenant

Official resources

Official page

Registered Charity Rebates

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Registered charities
  • Charity tenants
  • Charity property owners

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations that are not registered charities
  • Applicants that do not occupy commercial or industrial property
  • Tenants without a lease agreement

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Burlington
  • Town of Halton Hills
  • Town of Milton
  • Town of Oakville

Selection criteria

  • Registered charity status under the Income Tax Act.
  • Property ownership or valid lease arrangement.
  • Commercial or industrial property occupancy.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Complete the application
    • Download and fill out the Registered Charities Application Form for Property Tax Rebate.
    • Ensure both the applicant declaration and landlord declaration are fully completed.
  • Step 2: Prepare supporting information
    • Include the lease agreement if the charity is a tenant.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the completed form to the City of Burlington by email, fax, or mail.
  • Step 4: Respect the deadline
    • The application must be received by the last day of February of the following taxation year.

Processing and Agreement

  • Application is reviewed after submission.
  • Eligibility is determined using the applicant and landlord declarations.
  • Applicants must be informed of any changes affecting eligibility.

Additional information

  • Administered by the City of Burlington as part of Halton Region's program.
  • The rebate is governed by Halton Region By-law No. 12-25.
  • Applicants must notify the municipality of any change affecting eligibility.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Registered Charity Rebates Program

What is the Registered Charity Rebates?

Registered charities occupying commercial or industrial property may receive a property tax rebate of up to 40%. The program supports charity tenants or owners submitting an application for the rebate through their local municipality.

How much funding can be received?

Registered Charity Rebates Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $40 per project.

Who is eligible for the Registered Charity Rebates program?

To be eligible for the Registered Charity Rebates program, you must: Registered charity status Commercial or industrial property use Ownership or lease of property

Who can I contact for more information about the Registered Charity Rebates?

You can contact City of Burlington by email at propertytax@burlington.ca or by phone at 905-335-7750.

Where is the Registered Charity Rebates available?

The Registered Charity Rebates program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Registered Charity Rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Registered Charity Rebates is a Tax Credits

Who are the financial supporters of the Registered Charity Rebates?

Registered Charity Rebates is funded by City of Burlington