If you operate a registered charity or similar organization, you may be eligible for a 40% rebate on paid property taxes if you meet the eligibility requirements. To be eligible, you must:
- Be a registered charity under Section 248(1) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and must have a valid Canada Revenue Agency BN/Registration Number or a non-profit organization as defined in paragraph 149(1)(l) or (e) of the Income Tax Act;
- Own and occupy a property that is taxed in either the Commercial or Industrial class; or be a tenant and occupy space in a property that is taxed in either the Commercial or Industrial class;
- Be able to supply the municipality with any additional information as may be requested to substantiate the application.
The deadline for submitting an application is February 28 of the year following the taxation year of the application. Applications must be submitted for each tax year. Separate applications(s) are required for each property assessment roll number. Applications may be submitted by the organization, their lawyer, paralegal or authorized representative.
Download the Registered Charity Tax Rebate Application Form
If the property’s value or classification is subsequently changed for any reason, the related rebate amount for that taxation year may be recalculated or withdrawn. The City of Barrie will notify the applicant of the recalculated rebate amount and will recover any excess amount that was paid.