The City of St. Catharines has recently implemented a new tax billing system with enhanced functionality, accompanied by the introduction of a 12-month Pre-Authorized Payment plan. The payment option aims to provide property owners with greater flexibility and convenience in managing their property taxes. The 12-month PAP plan offers an alternative payment and budgeting solution, allowing property owners to spread their tax payments over a year. Notably, the City is waiving the requirement for property taxes to be paid in full for the year 2023 in order to sign up for this plan, making it accessible to a wider range of residents.
To enroll in the 12-month PAP plan, interested property owners can simply complete the PAP plan form available on the City’s official website. Property owners currently enrolled in either the quarterly instalment or 10-month PAP plan who wish to switch to the 12-month format can do so by emailing their property tax account information to collections@stcatharines.ca. The City’s dedicated team will guide them through the process. For further information and to access the PAP form, property owners can visit stcatharines.ca/PAPTaxForm.
