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Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance
Funding and tax relief for community support
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides tax relief for eligible low-income seniors and low-income disabled persons in the Township of Wellesley area. It supports property tax deferrals related to assessment increases for residential and farmland properties, and includes an operating or capital grant option for non-profit groups serving the community.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Operating grants or capital grants for non-profit community programs and services.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documentation proving eligibility
- Supporting documentation proving the property is eligible
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit groups
- Low-income seniors
- Low-income disabled persons
- Spouses of eligible applicants
Who is not eligible
- Businesses seeking tax relief for tax arrears
- Owners of more than one single-family dwelling unit in the same year
Eligible expenses
- Assessment-related property tax increases on eligible residential or farmland property.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Tax arrears are not covered.
- Tax relief is not available for more than one single-family dwelling unit in a given year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Township of Wellesley
- Regional Municipality of Waterloo
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and processed by the Area Municipality where the applicant resides.
- The application is addressed to the Treasurer of the Area Municipality.
- Documentation may be verified independently at the municipality’s discretion.
- Annual applications are required to maintain eligibility.
Additional information
- Applications for property tax relief are handled by the Area Municipality where the applicant resides.
- Applications must be signed and supported by documentation.
- Continued eligibility must be confirmed through annual applications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance. 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 Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance?
This program provides tax relief for eligible low-income seniors and low-income disabled persons in the Township of Wellesley area. It supports property tax deferrals related to assessment increases for residential and farmland properties, and includes an operating or capital grant option for non-profit groups serving the community.
Who is eligible for the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance program?
To be eligible for the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance program, you must:
Low-income seniors or disabled persons
Own and occupy eligible property
Principal residence requirement
What expenses are eligible under Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance?
Operating grants or capital grants for non-profit community programs and services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance?
You can contact Township of Wellesley by email at none or by phone at 519-699-4611.
Where is the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance available?
The Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance?
Township of Wellesley Grants and Special Assistance is funded by Township of Wellesley