Senior Citizen Tax Reduction Automatically Extended

Thursday, October 15, 2020 - 10:30 AM
COVID-19 Update
Due to Covid-19, the City of St. John’s wishes to advise residents who are currently in receipt of the 2020 Senior Citizen Tax Reduction that the discount will be automatically extended for tax year 2021. 
 
Normally, residents who meet the eligibility criteria must apply annually for the reduction. 
 
Seniors who wish to avail of this tax reduction program can visit the City’s website for details or may call 576-8251 for eligibility requirements
A property tax reduction is available to senior citizens who meet the following criteria:
  • Aged 65 years of age or older and in receipt of the Guaranteed Income Supplement or between the ages of 60 and 64, and in receipt of the Allowance for the Survivor provided under the Old Age Security Act.
  • Registered owner and principal residence of owner