How property tax rates work
Every year, City Council approves a budget to cover the cost of services like fire and rescue, roads, transit, parks, and public safety. Once the budget is set, Council approves a tax rate for each property class. Your property tax bill is calculated by multiplying your property's assessed value by that rate.
2026 property tax rates
Council approved the 2026 tax rates under the 2026 Tax Levy By-law 2026-044. The table below shows the total rate applied to each property class for the current taxation year.
| Property class | 2026 rate |
|---|---|
| Residential | 0.0097746 |
| Non-residential | 0.0232400 |
| Multi-family / apartment | 0.0109023 |
| Farmland | 0.0125223 |
What makes up your tax bill?
Your total tax bill is made up of a few different parts. The municipal portion stays with the City to fund local services. The provincial education portion is collected by the City on behalf of the province and does not stay in Wrenford. The province also sets the rate for the seniors and affordable housing requisition.
Farm property taxes
Farm properties are taxed differently than residential or commercial properties. The rate includes municipal, provincial education, and library levies. To qualify for farm property tax rates, you must submit a Farm Property Classification Application by March 1 each year.
Estimate your taxes
Use the Wrenford Property Tax Estimator to see what your taxes might be based on your assessed value. The tool uses the current 2026 rates. For your exact bill, check your property tax notice or contact the Assessment & Tax office.
Get help
If you have questions about how your rate was calculated or how your property is classified, contact the Assessment & Tax team. They can explain your notice and help you understand where your money goes. You can reach them by email at [email protected] or by calling 519-555-0100.