Property Taxes
As provided in the Municipal Act each property owner is mailed an interim tax bill. The interim bill represents fifty percent (50%) of the previous year’s taxes billed, and is payable in two installments. This interim bill is mailed by the end of February. The two due dates are three business days prior to the last business day of the months of March and June.
After completion of the annual budgetary process, and the setting of tax ratios and rates, a final bill is mailed to each property owner. The final tax bill is the levied taxes for the year less the interim bill, and is payable in two installments. This final bill will be mailed by the end of August. The two due dates will be three business days prior to the last business day of the months of September and November.
All Tax Arrears are also subject to Penalties and interest. In accordance with the Municipal Act, section 345 and the Municipality’s bylaws, penalty and interest shall be charged at the rate of 1.25% per month on any tax arrears that remain outstanding on the first calendar day of each month.
Penalty and interest charges cannot be waived. It is the taxpayer’s responsibility to notify the Municipality in writing of any mailing address changes.
Tax Arrears? Contact our Finance Department to make payment arrangements or come up with a payment plan and avoid late payment charges. According to the Municipal Act and our Property Tax Collection Policy, properties which have any amounts owing from 2019 (or earlier) will be eligible to be registered for tax sale proceedings on January 1 2021.
| Assessment Information |
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The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is responsible for assessing all properties in Ontario. MPAC provides these assessments to municipalities. The assessment is multiplied by the tax rate to determine the amount of your taxes. For information or details about your assessment, please contact MPAC at 1-866-296-6722 or visit their website at www.mpac.ca. |
| Change of Address |
| Please fill out our change of address form to notify our Finance Department that your address has changed. |
| Change of Ownership |
| The Municipal Office must receive legal documentation to change ownership of a property. In most cases this will come from your lawyer or MPAC. |
| How to pay your Tax Bill |
Pre-authorized payment plansSign up for one of our pre-authorized payment plans:
To sign up, fill out the Pre-Authorized Tax Payment Plan Form By credit cardGrey Highlands uses Paymentus to allow you to pay your tax and utility bills by credit card. Please note Paymentus charges an additional fee for this service (2.95% for tax bills and $5.95 per $250.00 for water bills). At your bankGrey Highlands accepts payments through most banking institutions. Please register with your bank by using your account number located on your tax bill. In personPayments are accepted at the Grey Highlands Municipal Office located at 206 Toronto Street South Markdale. By mailPayments can be mailed to: Municipality of Grey Highlands PO Box 409 Markdale ON N0C 1H0 |
| Section 357 Application |
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Per Section 357 of the Municipal Act, upon application to the Treasurer of a local municipality made in accordance with this section, the local municipality may cancel, reduce or refund all or part of taxes levied on land in the year. Completed forms should be returned to taxes@greyhighlands.ca or the Municipal Office on or before the last day of February of the year following the year in respect of which the application is made.
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Tax Due Dates
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| Tax due dates are September 28, 2022 and November 28, 2022. |
| Self Serve Options |
| Visit greyhighlands.ca/selfserve and register to access your account information for your property taxes or utility bills. General searches for property roll numbers and assessment information may also be conducted without registering. |
| Tax Incentives |
Farm Tax ClassAgricorp
Conservation Land Tax Incentive ProgramMinistry of Natural Resources
Managed Forest Tax Incentive ProgramMinistry of Natural Resources |
| Tax Rates |
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The tax rates are determined on an annual basis following budget approval. There are three components of the blended tax rate: Education, County, and Local. The County and Local tax rates are approved by By-Law. The tax ratios and reductions are set at the County level, and the Tax Class a property falls under is determined by MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). Current and historical blended tax rates can be found here: |
| Tax Relief and Rebate Programs |
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Charitable Rebate Program The County of Grey is required to have a tax rebate program for eligible charities for the purposes of giving relief from taxes on eligible property they occupy, pursuant to s.442.1 of the Municipal Act, R,S.O. 1990, c,M.45, as amended (hereinafter referred to as the "Act'); Charitable Rebate By-Law and Application
Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons WHEREAS the Corporation of the County of Grey is
required to have a tax relief program of deferrals or
cancellation or other relief to relieve financial hardship in respect of property that is in the residential property class for persons assessed as property owners who are, or whose spouses
are, low income seniors or low-income persons with disabilities, pursuant to s.319 of the
Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, as amended (hereinafter referred to as the"Act")',
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| Tax Sales |
| For information relating to tax sales, visit the Ontario Tax Sales website. Current tax sales within Grey Highlands will be posted here when applicable.
Tax sale results can be found on our Document Centre. |
| Property Tax Certificates |
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A property tax certificate is a legal document that shows
the current tax status of a specified property, the annual
property taxes and any current or prior arrears for a
property. Tax certificates are typically purchased by law
firms, banks, and mortgage companies during property
sales and for refinancing purposes.
Tax certificates cost $50.00 and refunds are not available. Please make your cheque payable to The Municipality of Grey Highlands.
To order a tax certificate send your payment and formal request including property address, legal description, roll number and current owner(s) name to:
Municipality of Grey Highlands
206 Toronto Street South
Markdale, ON
N0C 1H0
T: 519-986-1216 ext. 400
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