
Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Location
Mississauga, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides a property tax rebate for registered charities in Mississauga. Eligible charities can receive up to 40% of annual property taxes paid, for commercial or industrial property use.
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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
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Mississauga, Sault Ste. Marie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Occupying and operating from eligible commercial or industrial property.
Documents Needed
- Completed Charity Tax Relief Application Form.
- Proof of registered charity status.
- Property tax payment details or lease documents showing taxes paid.
- Landlord declaration, if required by the form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered charities.
- Charities operating from commercial property.
- Charities operating from industrial property.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not registered charities.
- Organizations not operating from commercial or industrial property.
Eligible expenses
- Property taxes paid by the charity through annual taxes or lease payments.
Eligible geographic areas
- Mississauga, Ontario
- City of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the City’s Finance/Tax Division.
- Eligibility and supporting documents are verified before payment.
- The rebate may be recalculated if the property’s assessment changes.
- Applicants may need to repay amounts if they stop operating or leave the city.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted annually.
- Late applications are not accepted.
- Property assessment changes can affect the rebate amount.
- False or deceptive statements may cancel eligibility and require repayment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Rebate for Charities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Tax Rebate for Charities. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Tax Rebate for Charities?
This program provides a property tax rebate for registered charities in Mississauga. Eligible charities can receive up to 40% of annual property taxes paid, for commercial or industrial property use.
How much funding can be received?
Tax Rebate for Charities Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Tax Rebate for Charities program?
To be eligible for the Tax Rebate for Charities program, you must:
Registered Canadian charity.
Leased commercial or industrial property.
Taxes identifiable in lease payments.
What expenses are eligible under Tax Rebate for Charities?
Occupying and operating from eligible commercial or industrial property.
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax Rebate for Charities?
You can contact City of Mississauga by email at tax@mississauga.ca or by phone at 311.
Where is the Tax Rebate for Charities available?
The Tax Rebate for Charities program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Tax Rebate for Charities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Tax Rebate for Charities is a Tax Credits