The Township and other levels of government offer the following property tax rebate and deferral programs. Select your program of interest below to learn more!

Cancellation or Refund of Taxes

If there is a change in status of your property due to damage, fire or demolition, you may be eligible to receive a refund, cancellation or reduction of your taxes paid.

If you feel you are eligible, please complete the top section of the Application for Tax Adjustment, including reason for application, effective dates, dated and signed by the applicant and email to treasury@westlincoln.ca.

Applications must be received by the last day of February of the year following the change.

 Farm Property Tax Class Program

Eligible farmland owners may receive a reduced property tax rate.

Contact Agricorp.

Telephone: 1-888-247-4999

Learn more about the Farm Property Tax Program.

 Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program

Landowner incentive program that encourages sustainable forestry on private woodland. In exchange for following sound forest management, you may receive a reducation in property taxes.

Ontario Forestry Association

Telephone: 1-877-646-1193

Learn more about the Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program.

 Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program

Portions of your property that have eligible natural heritage features may qualify for a 100% property tax exemption.

Telephone: 1-800-268-8959

Learn more about the Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program.

 Ontario Woodlot Association

Provides woodlot owners with key information on woodlot mangement and property tax relief.

Telephone: 613-713-1525

Learn more about the Ontario Woodlot Association.

 Ontario Senior Homeowner's Property Tax Grant

Telephone: 1-866-668-8297

This program, for senior homeowners, is run by the province of Ontario. If you meet the income requirements, you may qualify for up to $500.

Learn more about the Ontario Senior Homeowner's Property Tax Grant.

 Low income seniors and low income disabled persons

If you are over the age of 65 or are disabled, you may qualify for a delay of a portion of your property taxes.

Learn more about property tax relief for a disabled person.

Registered charities

Charities and non-profit organizations may qualify for reduced property taxes.

Learn more about property tax relief for registered charities.