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### Property Taxes
519-538-1060 ext. 1104
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## Services
# Property Taxes
## Page Overview
* Billing Schedule and Due Dates
* Tax Certificates
* Change of Mailing Address
* Assessment Information
* Tax Incentive and Rebate Programs
## Resources
* 2025 Tax Rate By Law
* Pre-Authorized Payment Form
* eBilling Form
* Property Tax Increase Relief Form
* MPAC Notices Information
Final property tax installment due dates are August 27 and October 27. To avoid late payment charges of 1.25% per month, payments must be received on or before the due date.
Sign up for e-billing to receive your bills directly to your email and ensure you never miss a payment.
The Municipality of Meaford issues property tax bills twice a year. Collected on behalf of the municipality, Grey County, and local school boards, property taxes fund essential municipal services such as roads, fire protection, policing, parks, recreation, and library services. Learn more about important dates, incentives and rebate programs, and how you can pay your bills at ease and at speed.
* Sign up for e-billing
* Register for Pre-Authorized payments
## **Billing Schedule and Due Dates**
Interim tax bills are distributed in late January and are based on 50% of the previous year's taxes.
Final tax bills are distributed in late July and are calculated using the current year's total taxes, minus the interim amounts already paid.
**For 2026, the interim bill due dates are February 24 and April 24, and the final bill due dates are August 27 and October 27.**
* View the 2026 tax rate by-law
### **Payment Methods**
**Online Banking**: Set up "Meaford Taxes" as a payee and use your 19-digit roll number. Note: *Payments applied to the incorrect account are subject to a $20.00 administration fee.*
**In Person**: Pay by cheque, debit, or cash at 21 Trowbridge Street West.
**Mail**: Send cheques (no cash) to the address above.
**Drop Box**: Available 24/7 at the front of the municipal office.
**Credit Card**: Accepted only through our online bill payment system or by calling 1-877-565-3799. A 1.75% processing fee applies. The maximum payment is $10,000.00. Please allow two business days for processing.
*Note: Late payments incur a penalty of* ***1.25% per month*** *on the outstanding balance. Interest is added on the first day of each month thereafter.*
### **Pre-Authorized Payment Plans**
Pay monthly, with withdrawals made on the 20th or the 28th of each month, or choose to have your payments automatically withdrawn on the due date. Sign up using the registration form link below.
Please note:
* An application form and a void cheque are required
* Annual re-enrollment is not necessary
To register for, cancel, or update pre-authorized payments, please:
* Complete the fillable PDF form
* Submit it by mail or drop it off at the Municipal Office, located at 21 Trowbridge Street West, Meaford
* Or use our online form for pre-authorized payments
If you have any questions, please contact our Tax Department or Utilities Department for assistance.
## **Tax Certificates**
Lawyers or mortgage companies can request tax certificates for a fee of $75.
Submit requests to:
**Email:** [email protected]
**Mailing Address:**
Municipality of Meaford
21 Trowbridge Street West
Meaford, ON N4L 1A1
## **Change of Mailing Address**
Property owners are responsible for updating mailing address information. Notify the Municipality if your contact information changes to ensure you receive your bills.
* Mailing address update form
## **Assessment Information**
Property assessments are provided by MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation). For inquiries, visit www.mpac.ca or call 1-866-296-6722.
## **Tax Incentive and Rebate Programs**
Several property tax incentives and rebate programs are available. Contact the appropriate agency for eligibility and application details:
**Farm Tax Class:** Agricorp-1-888-247-4999
**Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program:** Ministry of Natural Resources-1-800-387-7011
**Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program:** Ministry of Natural Resources-1-855-866-3847
**Low-Income Seniors or Persons with Disabilities Rebate:** Annual tax relief (up to $500) is available to qualifying low-income seniors or persons with disabilities for increases in property taxes year-over-year.
Applications are accepted from July through to December.
Complete the Property Tax Increase Relief form or download the PDF.