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Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs
Property tax relief for eligible residents
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Location
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides property tax relief in Sault Ste. Marie through a tax deferral or tax adjustment for eligible residents. It covers applications for sickness or extreme poverty and for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Sault Ste. Marie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Property tax deferral for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities
- Property tax reduction or cancellation for sickness or extreme poverty
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Supporting documents for the application
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income seniors
- Low-income persons with disabilities
- Spouses of eligible seniors or persons with disabilities
- Property owners of eligible residential or farm property
Who is not eligible
- Owners of non-residential or non-farm property
- Applicants seeking relief on more than one property in the same year
Eligible expenses
- Property tax increases eligible for deferral or adjustment
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Property tax relief for properties other than the eligible residential or farm property
- Tax relief on more than one property in the same year
Eligible geographic areas
- Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Check eligibility
- Confirm that you meet the program requirements.
- Verify that the property is eligible for relief.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Use the appropriate online application form.
- Prepare supporting information and documents.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- For sickness or extreme poverty, submit the application to the Assessment Review Board by the stated deadline.
- For seniors and persons with disabilities, submit the annual application to maintain eligibility.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications for sickness or extreme poverty are reviewed by the Assessment Review Board.
- The ARB decides whether tax reduction or cancellation is granted and determines the adjustment amount.
- For seniors and persons with disabilities, the Finance Department calculates the annual deferral amount.
- Applicants must reapply annually to remain eligible where required.
Additional information
- Applications for seniors and persons with disabilities relief must be made annually.
- Only one property can receive relief each year.
- Relief is provided as a tax deferral, not a tax elimination.
- A lien is placed on the property for the deferred amount.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs Program
What is the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs?
This program provides property tax relief in Sault Ste. Marie through a tax deferral or tax adjustment for eligible residents. It covers applications for sickness or extreme poverty and for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities.
Who is eligible for the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs program?
To be eligible for the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs program, you must:
Meets income or hardship requirements
Owns or occupies eligible property
Annual application required for some relief
What expenses are eligible under Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs?
Property tax deferral for low-income seniors and persons with disabilities
Property tax reduction or cancellation for sickness or extreme poverty
Who can I contact for more information about the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs?
You can contact City of Sault Ste. Marie or by phone at 1-866-448-2248.
Where is the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs available?
The Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs?
Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Financial Assistance Programs is funded by City of Sault Ste. Marie