The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg is committed to supporting non-profit organizations that provide meaningful service to our communities. Through the Tax Exemption By-law, the Municipality offers partial or full property tax exemptions to eligible non-profit groups, at the discretion of Council.
Who Can Apply:
Non-profit organizations that own property and provide a clear benefit to the community may qualify for exemption, in accordance with Section 71(1) or 71(2) of the Municipal Government Act. Council approval is required for placement on Schedule "A" or "A-1" of the Tax Exemption By-law.
Important Considerations:
- The primary factor in eligibility is the community service provided by the organization.
- Tax exemptions are granted for a three-year period and are not retroactive.
- Organizations are still responsible for area rates (fire, streetlights, sewer, etc.), tax arrears, and any related interest.
- Properties no longer owned or used by the qualifying organization will lose their exemption immediately, and full property taxes will apply for the remainder of the taxation year.
New Applications:
Organizations wishing to apply for an exemption must submit:
- A completed application form
- A brief report highlighting current programs and their benefits to the community
Applications for the upcoming taxation year must be received by February 28.
Renewals:
Organizations wishing to renew their exemption must submit:
- A completed application form
- An updated list of the Board of Directors
- A brief report highlighting current programs and their benefits to the community
Final decisions on all applications, renewals, and removals are subject to Council approval by motion.
For more information, visit the links below or contact Hailey Authier, Property Tax and Customer Service Assistant at 902-541-1348 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Link: Apply for Tax Exemption for Non-Profit Organizations
Link: By-law 010 Partial Tax Exemption