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Tax Rebates
Property tax relief for eligible low-income residents
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- Funding available
- $ 500
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Wellington, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides tax relief of up to $500 for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities in Wellington County. It supports property tax cancellation for current-year residential taxes, based on eligibility rules and required supporting documents.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $500
- Increase social or community impact
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Wellington
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Income Support and Maintenance, Civic and Advocacy Organizations, Business Associations
- Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Scope
- Local, Regional
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income seniors
- Low-income persons with disabilities
- Residential property owners in Wellington County
Who is not eligible
- Businesses and organizations not owning eligible residential property
- Owners who do not live on the property
- Applicants seeking relief for arrears or multiple properties
Eligible expenses
- Current-year residential property tax relief through tax cancellation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Property tax arrears
- Residential properties other than the applicant’s one eligible property
- Tax amounts not covered by the relief provisions
Eligible geographic areas
- County of Wellington, Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out the County of Wellington tax relief form.
- Select the appropriate applicant category.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Provide proof of GIS receipt for seniors.
- Provide proof of ODSP benefits for persons with disabilities.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the application to the County or lower-tier municipality.
- Applications must be submitted by November 1 of the tax year.
- Step 4: Await review
- The County reviews the application and may verify documents.
- Written notice is sent if the application does not meet requirements.
Documents Needed
- Completed tax relief application form
- Proof of Guaranteed Income Supplement receipt or approval letter
- Proof of Ontario Disability Support Program benefits
- Property roll number and property address details
- Supporting documents to confirm eligibility and property ownership
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the County Treasurer or lower-tier municipality.
- Supporting documents may be independently verified.
- Applicants are notified in writing if they do not meet the requirements.
- Tax relief is granted only once the account is in good standing.
- Any tax adjustment after a successful appeal or reassessment must be repaid for the cancelled amount.
Contacts
Official sources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Tax Rebates Program
What is the Tax Rebates?
This program provides tax relief of up to $500 for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities in Wellington County. It supports property tax cancellation for current-year residential taxes, based on eligibility rules and required supporting documents.
How much funding can be received?
Tax Rebates Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Tax Rebates program?
To be eligible for the Tax Rebates program, you must:
Low-income senior or person with disabilities
Owner of residential property
Lives on the property
What expenses are eligible under Tax Rebates?
Current-year residential property tax relief through tax cancellation
Who can I contact for more information about the Tax Rebates?
You can contact County of Wellington or by phone at 519.837.2600.
Where is the Tax Rebates available?
The Tax Rebates program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Tax Rebates?
Tax Rebates is funded by County of Wellington