Ontario Senior Homeowners' Property Tax Grant and other property tax help
Ontario homeowners 64+ by Dec 31 of prior year can get up to $500 a year toward property tax, claimed with the tax return.
By ParentCare Ontario Editorial, published by Otonabee Marketing. Facts checked October 28, 2026. General information, not tax, legal or medical advice.
| Household | Full grant up to | Grant ends at |
|---|---|---|
| Single, separated, divorced or widowed | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Married or common-law (one grant per couple) | $45,000 | $60,000 |
Income means adjusted family net income. Between the two figures the grant shrinks gradually.
How to claim
- File a tax return, even with no income to report.
- Fill in the ON-BEN form that comes with the return, including the property tax paid.
- Payment comes four to eight weeks after the notice of assessment.
Municipal relief
Many Ontario municipalities also offer property tax deferrals, rebates or water bill relief for low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Rules vary; ask your city or town's tax office.
Facts checked October 28, 2026. We take every amount from the official source and recheck each January and July. Always confirm with the program before you apply.