Further to our November 17, 2020 "Municipal Tax Law Update: COVID-19 Property Tax Relief for Eligible Businesses" (click here for link), an update was made to the Ontario Government's website on December 1, 2020, expanding the COVID-19 property tax rebate program to include the following additional businesses that would become eligible if a region is in lockdown:

  • retail required to close for in-person shopping;
  • shopping malls;
  • personal services;
  • driving instruction;
  • tour and guide services;
  • photography services; and
  • campgrounds

The full government publication can be found at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/businesses-get-help-covid-19-costs

Originally published December 2, 2020

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