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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
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
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