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Tax Assistance and Rebates
Property tax assistance for eligible Kingston owners
Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Kingston offers tax assistance and rebate programs for eligible property owners and charities. The programs support property tax credits, tax deferrals, heritage conservation work, and property tax rebates for qualified organizations.
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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 : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Kingston
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Environment
- Housing
Target groups
- General public
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Eligible conservation work on protected heritage properties.
Documents Needed
- Proof of age and benefit eligibility
- Proof of property ownership and residency
- Income or tax documents, where required
- Heritage permit or approval documents, where required
- Original documents for in-person applications
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Owners of protected heritage properties in Kingston.
Who is not eligible
- Federal, provincial, or municipal government agencies for the heritage property refund program.
- Applicants whose properties do not meet the program-specific ownership or residency requirements.
Eligible expenses
- Costs of approved conservation or restoration projects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Work on heritage properties without required approval or permits.
- Properties with unpaid taxes, local improvement charges, or other fees owed to the City.
- Applications outside the allowed renewal period for repeat programs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kingston, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Small Project applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis starting January 1 each year.
How to apply
- Submit a Heritage Permit application through DASH before submitting the grant application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the City after submission.
- Some programs are approved on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Applicants are notified if additional information is needed before approval.
- Approved rebates may be issued in stages for charity rebates.
Additional information
- Senior applicants can only use one tax assistance program at a time.
- Some programs require reapplication every year.
- Some rebates or refunds are available only once every two or three years.
- Applications may be submitted online or in person at City Hall.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Assistance and Rebates Program
What is the Tax Assistance and Rebates?
Kingston offers tax assistance and rebate programs for eligible property owners and charities. The programs support property tax credits, tax deferrals, heritage conservation work, and property tax rebates for qualified organizations.
How much funding can be received?
Tax Assistance and Rebates Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Tax Assistance and Rebates program?
To be eligible for the Tax Assistance and Rebates program, you must:
The applicant must own a protected heritage property in Kingston.
The property must be designated or protected under the Ontario Heritage Act.
The grant application must be tied to an active or concurrent heritage permit application.
What expenses are eligible under Tax Assistance and Rebates?
Eligible conservation work on protected heritage properties.
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax Assistance and Rebates?
You can contact City of Kingston by email at heritageplanning@cityofkingston.ca or by phone at 613-546-4291.
Where is the Tax Assistance and Rebates available?
The Tax Assistance and Rebates program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Tax Assistance and Rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tax Assistance and Rebates is a Grant and Funding