Property tax relief for sickness or extreme poverty (City of Toronto)
Property tax relief for sickness or extreme poverty (City of Toronto) is a program run by the City of Toronto for Toronto property owners who cannot pay their property tax because of extreme poverty or illness. Checked on the official page on October 6, 2026.
You likely qualify if: Own property in Toronto; Cannot pay tax due to poverty or sickness.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026 on the official page
We last read this on October 6, 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
Toronto property owners who cannot pay their property tax because of sickness or extreme poverty can ask to have the tax reduced or cancelled. The City sends the request to the Assessment Review Board, which holds a hearing and decides the amount.
Who qualifies
Toronto property owners who cannot pay their property tax because of extreme poverty or illness.
You likely qualify if:
- Own property in Toronto
- Cannot pay tax due to poverty or sickness
How to apply
- Apply on their application form.
- Come back here and tell us if it worked.
Other ways, if that one is quiet
- FaxFax: 416-696-3508
- MailMail: City of Toronto, Revenue Services, Appeals, 5100 Yonge St., Toronto, ON M2N 5V7
Where else they are
Their website is toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes....
Good to know
- CostFree
- Their stepsFill in the application for each tax year: Form 1 for poverty, Form 2 (doctor's statement) for sickness. Mail or fax it to City of Toronto Revenue Services, Appeals, before the legal deadline. Go to the Assessment Review Board hearing with your documents, or send someone with your written permission.
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What to bring
- Property tax bill and proof of income
- Bank statements and list of expenses
- Doctor's statement if sick
Dates
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