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Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1))
Temporary property tax relief for hardship cases
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers one-time or temporary relief through cancellation, reduction, or refund of property taxes. It is intended for applicants unable to pay due to sickness or extreme poverty, with applications reviewed through a hearing before the Assessment Review Board.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Property tax bill
- CRA income tax assessments
- Bank statements for all accounts for a 12-month period
- Medical or disability supporting documents, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property taxpayers in the County of Brant.
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Brant, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Evidence of sickness or extreme poverty.
- Evidence of inability to work and financial hardship.
- Income and assets supporting the claim.
How to apply
- Step 1: Obtain the application form
- Get the form from the County of Brant Administration Office or the County website.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the form for the relevant tax year.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application to the County of Brant Manager of Finance, Revenues by mail or email.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is forwarded to the Assessment Review Board for a hearing.
- The applicant receives a Notice of Hearing with the date, time, and location.
- Evidence is reviewed at the hearing, and the Board decides based on the applicant’s situation.
- A written decision is sent to the applicant and the County of Brant.
Additional information
- This relief is intended as one-time or temporary assistance.
- The application is reviewed by the Assessment Review Board, an independent provincial tribunal.
- A hearing will be scheduled, and the applicant must usually attend or be represented.
- The written decision is sent to both the applicant and the County of Brant.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) Program
What is the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1))?
This program offers one-time or temporary relief through cancellation, reduction, or refund of property taxes. It is intended for applicants unable to pay due to sickness or extreme poverty, with applications reviewed through a hearing before the Assessment Review Board.
Who is eligible for the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) program?
To be eligible for the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) program, you must:
Unable to pay taxes due to sickness or extreme poverty.
Application must relate to the tax year appealed.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1))?
You can contact County of Brant by email at tax@brant.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) available?
The Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1))?
Sickness or Extreme Poverty – Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes (Municipal Act, 2001 s.357(1)(d.1)) is funded by County of Brant