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Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals
Property tax relief options for eligible owners
Latest source updateLast Update: May 5, 2026Latest change: The page now includes much more detailed policy and application information for property tax adjustments, charitable rebates, and senior or disability tax deferrals.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Latest change: The page now includes much more detailed policy and application information for property tax adjustments, charitable rebates, and senior or disability tax deferrals.
Tax relief details expanded
The page content has been expanded with detailed policy text for tax relief to eligible low-income seniors and low-income disabled persons, including eligibility rules, deferral conditions, repayment terms, and application procedure. It also adds a fuller policy description for charitable tax rebates and the associated annual application requirements. The main scope and process information are now more explicit, especially around who can qualify, what supporting documentation is needed, and how applications are handled.
Funding available
$ 50
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides property tax relief through adjustments, rebates, grants, and deferrals. It supports eligible property owners and charitable organizations through tax reductions, a charitable rebate, and deferral options for low-income seniors and people 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
- Maximum amount : 50 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Kitchener
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Property tax adjustment requests for cancellations or reductions.
- Property tax rebates for eligible charitable organizations.
- Property tax deferrals for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities.
- Ontario senior homeowners' property tax grant support.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents required for the selected tax relief request
- Proof of age and GIS receipt for senior deferral applicants
- Proof of ODSP support for disability deferral applicants
- Building permits for repair and renovation adjustment requests
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property owners in Kitchener.
- Eligible charitable organizations.
- Low-income seniors.
- People with disabilities receiving ODSP support.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not charitable in nature or serve only a narrow segment of the community.
- Artists studios, social clubs, private clubs, and veteran clubs.
- Trade unions, professional or trade associations, and property management offices.
- Government or government agencies other than those identified in the policy.
Eligible expenses
- Property taxes eligible for reduction, rebate, or deferral.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kitchener, Ontario.
- Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed against the specific conditions listed for each type of tax relief.
- Charitable rebate applications must meet the Region of Waterloo policy requirements.
- Tax deferral applications must meet the income, age, or disability requirements.
- Supporting documentation must confirm the reason for relief.
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose the tax relief type
- Select the appropriate request or program for your situation.
- Review the related requirements and deadlines.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill out the relevant online form or PDF application.
- Enter property, contact, and reason-for-application details.
- Step 3: Attach supporting documents
- Provide the documents required for your specific request.
- Include building permits if applying under repairs or renovations.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Submit online through the City of Kitchener form, or mail or drop off the tax deferral application where permitted.
- Make sure the application is complete before submission.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City of Kitchener staff.
- Incomplete applications will not be processed.
- Applicants may need to sign an acknowledgment and authorize verification of information.
- Approved tax relief is administered according to the applicable municipal or regional policy.
Additional information
- Incomplete applications will not be processed.
- Some applications must be submitted annually.
- Applications can be filed online, by mail, or in person depending on the program.
- Supporting documents may be required for certain requests.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals Program
What is the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals?
This program provides property tax relief through adjustments, rebates, grants, and deferrals. It supports eligible property owners and charitable organizations through tax reductions, a charitable rebate, and deferral options for low-income seniors and people with disabilities.
How much funding can be received?
Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals program?
To be eligible for the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals program, you must:
Property must meet a qualifying tax relief situation.
Applicants must file by the deadline.
Some programs require proof of senior or disability status.
What expenses are eligible under Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals?
Property tax adjustment requests for cancellations or reductions.
Property tax rebates for eligible charitable organizations.
Property tax deferrals for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities.
Ontario senior homeowners' property tax grant support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at revenuecustomerservice@kitchener.ca or by phone at 519-741-2450.
Where is the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals available?
The Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tax adjustments, rebates and deferrals is a Other Support