Tax Certificates
A tax certificate is a legal document that includes information such as the legal description, current installments, arrears, and local improvements, if any.
A tax certificate is most often ordered when a property is being sold/purchased or refinanced. However, they are also used to confirm the status on an account. These differ from a statement of account as the certificate provides a more comprehensive description of taxes levied to a property, and any liens placed on the property.
Delivery Options
*Amount is per By-law 2023-109 - Consolidated Fees and Charges By-law and are subject to change.
How to Request a Tax Certificate
Send a request by email to propertytax@muskokalakes.ca. Written requests should be on letterhead and include the following property information:
- 19-digit roll number
- Full legal description and PIN(s)
- Civic address
- Current owners name
- Requestor name, mailing address and signature
This option is for cheques only. Include written request with the following property information:
- 19-digit roll number
- Full legal description
- Civic address
- Current owners name
Mail to:
Property Tax Department, Township of Muskoka Lakes
1 Bailey Street, P.O. Box 129, Port Carling, ON, P0B 1J0
In-Person
You can request a Tax Certificate at the Township office and pay by cash, cheque, debit, or credit card* during regular business hours.
Cheques may also be dropped off after hours using the secure drop box located at the Bailey Street entrance.
Credit card payments are subject to a 1.65% surcharge fee per transaction.
Support
Have questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Or contact:
Property Tax Department, Township of Muskoka Lakes
705-765-3156
propertytax@muskokalakes.ca
Please include the roll number in the subject line.
*The annual Final Tax Bill is your official income tax receipt and should be kept for your records
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