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# Taxes
The Township of Wellesley issues two tax bills per year. You will receive your interim tax bill in February and your final tax bill in August.
Due Dates are the last business day of:
* + - February
- April
- August
- October
If you haven't received your bill by the end of February or August, please don't hesitate to contact our office [email protected] or 519-699-4611
e-Billing
The Township offers a secure online portal where you can view your tax bill. Once you have created your account, you will be notified by email when a new tax bill is ready for you to view.
To use Online Services, you will need the **Tax Roll Number** and **Access Code/PIN** located on your Property Tax Notice.
If you are unable to locate your Access Code/PIN, please contact the Township at
**519-699-4611** or email the Taxes Department
Click Here to Register/ Link your Account
Steps To Register Link An Account
### Payment Options
Set up automatic monthly withdrawals
Complete the Pre-authorized Payment Plan Application to enroll.
**Township of Wellesley Administration Office**
Township of Wellesley
4639 Lobsinger Line, RR #1
St. Clements, ON N0B 2M0
**In-Person Payments:**
Payments can be made by **cash, cheque, or debit** at the Administration Office.
**Drop Box:**
Use the **secure drop box** located outside the Administration Office.
Please include a **cheque** and your **installment stub**.
**By Mail:**
Mail a cheque payable to: **Township of Wellesley**
Be sure to include your **installment stub** with the payment.
You can pay your tax bill online using Visa, Mastercard, Visa Debit, or Mastercard Debit using the online portal.
**You will need the following information:**
* Your pin number (5 numeric digit account number on your tax bill)
* A valid email address
* The amount you wish to pay
* Your credit card or debit card
Please note that there is a convenience fee that is collected and paid to Central Square Payment for using the online payment system.
**Online Banking:**
Pay through your financial institution's **online banking system**.
* Search for **Wellesley -**The description varies depending on your financial institution (Township of Wellesley, Wellesley Township Tax, Wellesley Taxes, etc.).
* Use your **19-digit property roll number** (no dashes or spaces) as your account number.
* Check your bank's **processing times** to ensure your payment is received by the due date.
**At Your Bank or Credit Union:**
You can make a payment **at your bank or credit union branch**.
Bring your **installment stub** to complete the transaction.
### MPAC
The **final tax amounts** represent the total property taxes payable for the **current year**.
The **year-over-year change** shows how your total property taxes have increased or decreased compared to the **previous year**. This reflects budget decisions made by the **Township of Wellesley**, the **Region of Waterloo**, and the **Province of Ontario** (for education taxes).
For a general breakdown, you can view How Your Property Tax is Calculated
If you think your assessment is incorrect, contact MPAC directly.
The Request for Reconsideration Process for Business Properties
MPAC is responsible for determining your property's value, which is directly used to calculate your property taxes.
How MPAC Assesses Residential Properties
How MPAC Assesses Farm Properties
Contact Us | MPAC Toll Free **1 866 296-6722**
When MPAC reassesses your property, your tax bill can go up, but not because the Township is collecting more money overall.
Each year, the Township sets a fixed amount to be collected through property taxes, based on the approved budget. That amount is divided among all property owners, based on the assessed value of their properties.
For further explanation please visit MCAP How your Property Tax is calculated
### Additional Information
Grants and Special Assistance
### Operating or Capital Grants for Non-Profit Groups
Non-profit groups may apply for an operating or capital grant/donation to be used for the delivery of programs and services within the community. Make sure to show how the money will be used to help the residents of the township.
### Property Tax Assistance
Links for special property tax assistance programs:
Tax relief for low income seniors and/or disabled persons from the Regional tax relief program
MPAC assessment procedures for senior or disabled property tax relief in Ontario
All forms must be competed and signed with supported documentation.
Omitted Tax Bills
**Omitted tax bills** are issued when property improvements or new assessments were not included on your original property tax bill. These typically occur when newly constructed homes or additions were not assessed in time for the regular billing cycle.
**Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)** determines the value of these omitted assessments and reports them to the Township. The Township then issues an omitted tax bill based on that assessment.
**Omitted tax bills are in addition to your regular property tax bills.** You are required to pay each bill in full by the specified due date to avoid penalties or interest.
* These bills can cover one or more previous years, depending on when the omitted assessment was identified.
* If you are enrolled in a **pre-authorized payment plan**, your omitted bill **will not** be withdrawn automatically. You must make separate arrangements for payment.
* If your **mortgage company** pays your property taxes, they will also receive a copy of this bill. It is strongly recommended that you confirm with them whether they will be paying the omitted bill on your behalf.
Property assessments, including supplementary or omitted assessments, are managed by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation MPAC. For further details, please visit their official website.
Ownership Changes & Pre-Authorized Payment Plan Updates
When a property changes ownership, a new tax account will be created **once the Township receives official legal documentation** confirming the new owner. This information is typically provided by your **lawyer** or the **Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)** following the closing of the property transaction.
If you are selling your property, your existing tax account will be closed **after legal notice is received confirming that the sale has been finalized**.
If you are enrolled in the **Monthly Pre-Authorized Payment Plan** and are selling your property or wish to stop automatic payments for any reason, you must provide **written notice** to the Township. This notice must be received **at least ten (10) business days prior to your next scheduled withdrawal date** in order to ensure cancellation takes effect in time.
For more information or to update your account, please contact the Finance Department.
Penalty and interest
As the property owner, it's important to stay aware of your tax due dates. A penalty of 1.25% will be added to any property tax installment not paid by the due date. If the payment remains unpaid, additional interest of 1.25% will be applied on the first day of each following month until the balance is paid in full.
\*Penalties and interest charges will not be waived under any circumstances.
Not receiving a tax bill does not exempt property owners from their responsibility to make payment on time. To avoid extra charges, ensure your payment is received by the due date listed on your bill.
Property Assessment
The **Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)** is responsible for determining the assessed value of all properties in Ontario.
Municipalities use these assessments to calculate property taxes.
If you have questions about your property assessment, please visit the MPAC website
For more information on how your assessment was determined, visit: Understanding Your Assessment | MPAC
Provincial and Township Tax Adjustment Programs
Below are links to applications and resources for property tax adjustment programs:
* Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program Eligibility Application
* To apply, contact the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs at **1-877-424-1300**.
Be sure to have your property roll number ready.
More details: The Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program
* Managed Forest Tax Program
* Conservation Land Tax Program
* Registered Charity Tax Rebate in Commercial or Industrial Class Properties
* Reduction of taxes with a 357 Application or print the 357 application form
The 2026 form may be used for residential and non-residential properties.
* + - Request for Reconsideration Application
Ensure all applications are completed in full, signed, and include all required supporting documentation.
Supplemental Tax Bills
**Supplemental tax bills** are issued when additions or improvements are made to your property--most commonly for newly constructed structures that were not previously assessed.
The Township does not receive detailed information about your supplemental assessment. For specific inquiries, please contact the **Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)** directly.
**Supplemental tax bills are separate** from your regular property tax bills. You are responsible for paying each bill in full by its due date to avoid penalties.
* If you are enrolled in a **pre-authorized payment plan**, your supplemental bill **will not** be withdrawn automatically. You must make separate arrangements for payment.
* If your **mortgage company** pays your property taxes, they will also receive a copy of this bill. It is strongly recommended that you confirm with them whether they will be paying the supplemental bill on your behalf.
Property assessments, including supplementary or omitted assessments, are managed by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation MPAC. For further details, please visit their official website.
Tax Certificates Township of Wellesley
A Tax Certificate confirms whether there are any outstanding property tax balances. These are commonly requested during the sale, purchase, or refinancing of a property.
The current fee for a Tax Certificate is $75.00.
Certificates are issued only after payment has been received.
Certificates will be issued once payment has been received.
Please send a cheque for $75.00 payable to "Township of Wellesley" by **mail or courier** to:
**Township of Wellesley**
4639 Lobsinger Line
RR #1
St. Clements, ON
N0B 2M0
**Alternatively, you may email your request to:**
**[email protected]**
Tax Rates
**Annual Property Tax Rates**
Municipal tax rates are set after the Council of the Township of Wellesley, and the Region of Waterloo approve their annual budgets. The Province of Ontario is responsible for setting the education tax rates.
You can view the Township's property tax rates for each year below:
* 2026 Tax Rates
* 2025 Tax Rates
* 2024 Tax Rates
* 2023 Tax Rates
* 2022 Tax Rates
* 2021 Tax Rates
* 2020 Tax Rates
* 2019 Tax Rates
If you require any of these documents in an alternate format or are looking for tax rates from earlier years, please contact the Tax Department for assistance. [email protected]
### Tax Department 2026 Fees
| | |
| --- | --- |
| Search - 4th year and prior | Per hour $85.00 |
| Preparation of Tax Information for residents to the Provincial or Federal Governments | $46.00 |
| Duplicate Tax Receipt | $15.00 |
| Prior Year's Tax Receipt (1st year) | $20.00 |
| Tax Bill Reprint | $15.00 |
| Transfer Payment - customer error | $25.00 |
| Transfer to Taxes for collection | $50.00 |
| Recall Pre-authorized payment | $70.00 |
| Tax Certificate | $75.00 |
| Property Ownership Changes | $40.00 |
| Mortgage Administration Fee | $30.00 |
| Mortgage Roll Listing | $5.00 |
| Returned Payment Processing Fee | $45.00 |
| Tax Sale | $150.00 + 3rd Party Fees |
By-laws Schedule "D" to By-law 31/2025 ADMINISTRATION
Contact Us
**Township of Wellesley**
4639 Lobsinger Line
St. Clements ON N0B 2M0
519-699-4611
519-699-4540 (facsimile)
**Township of Wellesley Recreation Complex**
1401 Queens Bush Road,
Wellesley, Ontario N0B 2T0
519-656-2222
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