Ontario Senior Homeowners' Property Tax Grant
Ontario Senior Homeowners' Property Tax Grant is a program run by the Ministry of Finance that gives up to $500 a year to Ontario seniors aged 64 or older who own and live in their home and paid Ontario property tax, with income under $50,000 (single) or $60,000 (couple). Checked on the official page on October 5, 2026.
Up to $500 a year
You likely qualify if: Age 64 or older by December 31; Own and live in your home in Ontario; Paid Ontario property tax for the year; Income under $50,000 single, $60,000 couple.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-800-959-8281Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026 on the official page
We last read this on October 5, 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
A yearly grant that helps low to moderate income seniors pay their property tax. You could get up to $500 each year, depending on your adjusted family net income. It is paid four to eight weeks after you get your notice of assessment from the CRA.
Who qualifies
Ontario seniors aged 64 or older who own and live in their home and paid Ontario property tax, with income under $50,000 (single) or $60,000 (couple).
You likely qualify if:
- Age 64 or older by December 31
- Own and live in your home in Ontario
- Paid Ontario property tax for the year
- Income under $50,000 single, $60,000 couple
What to bring
- Your yearly tax return
- ON-BEN form with property tax on line 61120
Dates
The official page we read gives no date. Check it before you apply.
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