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Waste Collection Update - December 31, 2026
Waste Management is in the area completing scheduled pickups on Wednesday, December 31, however heavy snowfall is creating challenges.
If your waste is missed, it will be collected next week on your regularly scheduled pickup day.
For missed collections, please contact Waste Management directly to report the issue at canresidential@wm.com or 1-800-561-1655.
Weather Update - December 31, 2025
Happy New Year Georgian Bluffs! As we ring in 2026, we’re experiencing significant winter weather across the Township.
Weather Update
Environment Canada has issued a snow squall warning, with 30–70 cm of snow expected, and locally higher amounts possible. Near-zero visibility is occurring at times, and conditions may continue into Thursday in some areas.
Road Conditions
The Township remains under a Significant Weather Event Declaration. Plows are on the roads, but due to the volume of snow, it may take longer than usual for roads to return to normal winter maintenance standards. Please avoid travel unless necessary and use extreme caution if driving.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as crews work through this weather event. Please stay safe and warm.
Holiday Office Closure
The Georgian Bluffs Township offices are closed for the holidays from noon on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, until Friday, January 2, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 9 a.m.
During this time, please make use of our online services at www.georgianbluffs.ca for any inquiries.
For missed waste pickups, please reach out to Waste Management directly at canresidential@wm.com or 1-800-561-1655.
Georgian Bluffs wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and looks forward to another great year in 2026.
Property taxes are essential to funding the services and infrastructure that make Georgian Bluffs a great place to live. These taxes help cover the costs of local roads, emergency services, recreation facilities, and much more. Property tax rates are based on the type and assessed value of your property and are determined annually after the Township’s budget is approved.
Frequently Requested Forms:
Sign up for eBilling Address Change Form Application for Adjustment of Taxes Application for Property Tax Relief Tax Certificate Request Form Building and Zoning Compliance Letter Form Sign up for Pre-authorized Debit
Property taxes are billed four times a year:
Note: If a due date falls on a weekend or holiday, payments made by 9:00 a.m. the next business day will be considered on time. Remember that failure to receive a tax bill does not exempt a resident from paying taxes or any penalties for late payment.
We offer several convenient payment methods:
Make payments through your bank’s online or telephone banking system. Schedule your payment 2–3 business days ahead to ensure it’s processed on time.
When adding Georgian Bluffs as a payee, please use your Roll Number (found on your tax bill starting with 4203) as your account number. Do not include any dashes or spaces.
Visit the Municipal Office at 177964 Grey Road 18, Owen Sound during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There is also an after-hours drop box for cheque payments located at the Township Office.
Send a cheque or post-dated cheques along with your tax stubs to:
Township of Georgian Bluffs
177964 Grey Road 18 R.R. 3,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5
Sign up for automatic monthly withdrawals from your bank account. This option ensures your payments are on time and offers flexibility with payments on either the 15th or 30th of each month, or on installment due dates.
Note: A 1.25% penalty applies to late or missed payments. After two missed payments, your enrollment in the pre-authorized plan may be cancelled.
The Township’s tax rates vary by property type and are made up of the municipal, county, and school board portions.
The rates are finalized after the Township’s budget approval each year.
To view the full list of current and past rates, see our 2025 Tax Rate By-Law.
| Municipal | County | School | Total Rates | |
| Residential (RT) | 0.00707449 | 0.00417780 | 0.00153000 | 0.01278229 |
| Farm (FT) | 0.00154224 | 0.00091076 | 0.00038250 | 0.00283550 |
| Managed Forest (TT) | 0.00176862 | 0.00104445 | 0.00038250 | 0.00319557 |
| Multi-Residential (MT) | 0.00785480 | 0.00463861 | 0.00153000 | 0.01402341 |
| Commercial (Occupied, Vacant Units/Land, Vacant Land, Shopping) (CT, CU, ex, ST) |
0.00917490 | 0.00541819 | 0.00880000 | 0.02339309 |
| Commercial (Small Scale On-Farm Business) (C7) | 0.00917490 | 0.00541819 | 0.0022000 | 0.01679309 |
| Industrial (Occupied, Vacant Units/Land, Vacant Land) (IT, IU, IX, LT, LU) |
0.01295339 | 0.00764955 | 0.00880000 | 0.02940294 |
| Industrial Aggregate Extraction (VT) | 0.01295339 | 0.00622449 | 0.00511100 | 0.02428888 |
| Pipeline (PT) | 0.00641548 | 0.00378863 | 0.00880000 | 0.01900411 |
| Residential Payment in Lieu (RF, RH) | 0.00707449 | 0.00417780 | 0.00153000 | 0.01278229 |
| Residential Payment in Lieu -No Education (RG) | 0.00707449 | 0.00417780 | n/a | 0.01125229 |
| Commercial Payment in Lieu (Occupied, Vacant Units/Land) (CF, CH, CK, CV) |
0.00917490 | 0.00541819 | 0.01250000 | 0.02709309 |
| Commercial Payment in Lieu - No Education (Occupied) (CG) |
0.00917490 | 0.00541819 | n/a | 0.01459309 |
| Industrial (Occupied, Vacant Units/Land) (IH, IK) | 0.01295339 | 0.00764955 | 0.0125000 | 0.03310294 |
View the 2024 Tax Rates By-law
To review tax rates prior to 2024, contact the Treasury Department at 519-376-2729 or finance@georgianluffs.ca and an accessible copy will be provided to you
The following certificates and forms are available for property owners:
Forms:
If you are a low-income senior or a person with a disability, you may qualify for property tax relief to reduce your financial burden. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply with the
Frequently Asked Questions
No, your preauthorized debit plan does not carry over to your new property for taxes or water services. You will need to fill out a new application form.
When should I expect my tax bill(s) to arrive?
Why am I receiving a Supplemental Tax Bill?
Supplemental tax bills are issued when there has been a change to your property, such as a new home, an addition, or a new garage or shed. You should have received a notification from the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) about changes to your assessment. For more information, contact MPAC:
Why am I not receiving the farm class rate on my tax bill even though nothing has changed?
To continue receiving the Farm Property Class Tax Rate, you will need to contact Agricorp to confirm your eligibility and reapply if necessary:
It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that the Township has your current mailing or email address and to know when tax bills are due. Tax due dates are:
To avoid missing a bill in the mail, sign up for eBilling. Tax payment reminders are also posted to the Township's News Feed.
Your property taxes fund essential services and infrastructure, including:
Use the Tax Breakdown calculator below to see how much you are paying for Township services.
Contact Us
Finance
177964 Grey Road 18,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5
Email Finance
Phone: 519-376-2729 ext. 918
Fax: 519-372-1620
Enter the amount of property taxes you pay annually to see how your tax dollars are divided among services:
MPAC:
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) determines the assessed value of all properties in Georgian Bluffs. This assessment affects your tax bill, as it’s used to calculate the amount owed. For questions about your property assessment or to request an update, contact MPAC.
