Frequently Asked Questions for Individuals
Billing Information
- When will I receive my first Provincial Land Tax (PLT) bill under the reformed program?
- What charges will be included on my PLT bill?
Payment
- Under the new program what payment options are available?
- What if my mortgage company or financial institution pays my taxes on my behalf?
- Can I pre-pay my 2009 taxes prior to receiving my PLT bill?
- Do I continue to pay my Local Roads Board (LRB)?
- Do I continue to pay my Local Services Board (LSB)?
Non-sufficient Funds
Tax Certificates
Questions
When will I receive my first Provincial Land Tax (PLT) bill under the reformed program?
For the 2009 tax year you will receive one bill in summer 2009 which will be payable in two installments. The first installment payment will be due on August 15, 2009 with the second installment payment due September 15, 2009.
For all subsequent years, an interim tax bill based on 50% of the previous year's taxes will be issued in February, payable in two installments in March and April, followed by a final tax bill in June, payable in two installments in August and September.
What charges will be included on my PLT bill?
One or more of the following charges will appear on your bill:
- Provincial Land Tax
- Education
- Local Roads Boards
- Local Services Boards
Under the new program what payment options are available?
After receiving your PLT bill in summer 2009, you can make your payment using the following methods:
- in person at a financial institution
- in person at the PLT Office in Thunder Bay
- through internet banking services
- through touchtone telephone banking services
- through your mortgage payment or
- by sending a cheque or money order payable to the "City of Thunder Bay" to
Provincial Land Tax
PO Box 58
Thunder Bay ON P7C 0A5
If paying by cheque or money order, please ensure your 19 digit tax roll number is clearly identified on the cheque or money order. If it is not, your payment cannot be processed and may be subject to late payment penalty and interest charges.
A $35 fee will be charged to your account for non-sufficient funds in accordance with Ontario Regulation 754/92 and Section 8.1 of the Financial Administration Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter F.12.
What if my mortgage company or financial institution pays my taxes on my behalf?
Present mortgage company arrangements will not be carried forward. When you receive your PLT bill you will need to contact your lender to give them a copy of your tax bill. To re-establish payment arrangements with your lender, contact the PLT Office in Thunder Bay for information.
Can I pre-pay my 2009 taxes prior to receiving my PLT bill?
Yes. If you make an early payment your account will be credited with the amount paid as of the receipt date of the payment.
However, should the amount paid not cover the full amount of the bill, there may be an outstanding balance on your account.
Do I continue to pay my Local Roads Board (LRB)?
If your LRB opts into the one bill system they will no longer bill or collect your payments. Those charges will show up as a line item on your PLT tax bill and you will send your payment to the PLT Office in Thunder Bay.
However, if your LRB does not opt into the one bill system, you will continue to send your payment to the board.
Do I continue to pay my Local Services Board (LSB)?
If your LSB opts into the one bill system they will no longer bill or collect your payments. Those charges will show up as a line item on your PLT tax bill and you will send your payment to the PLT Office in Thunder Bay.
However, if your LSB does not opt into the one bill system, you will continue to send your payment to the board.
Will I be charged for an NSF cheque?
Yes, a $35 fee will be charged to your account for non-sufficient funds in accordance with Ontario Regulation 754/92 and Section 8.1 of the Financial Administration Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter F.12.
How do I order a tax certificate for a property I have purchased? Is there a fee for obtaining a tax certificate and if so, who do I pay?
Yes, there is a fee of $50.00 for each tax certificate requested. Requests should be sent to the PLT Office in Thunder Bay and your payment must be made payable to the "City of Thunder Bay".
Who do I contact for more information?
Depending on the nature of your call, please use the following contact information:
Provincial Land Tax Office - Thunder Bay
Taxpayers can call the Provincial Land Tax Office in Thunder Bay with any questions relating to their PLT accounts, payments, tax certificates, billing or any other general inquiries:
- Local Calls: 1 807 625-2122
- Toll Free: 1 866 400-2122
- Teletypewriter: 1 888 321-6774
Email: plt@thunderbay.ca
Ministry of Revenue
For any legislative questions regarding the Provincial Land Taxes Act, 2006 call:
- Toll Free: 1 866 ONT-TAXS (1 866 668-8297)
- Teletypewriter: 1 800 263-7776
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
For any questions regarding property assessment call:
- Toll Free: 1 866 296-6722
- Teletypewriter: 1 877 889-6722
