Property tax
The City of Calgary is supporting citizens and businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Council approved municipal property tax relief measures that support taxpayers facing financial hardship. The following pages contain important information you need to know as a residential or non-residential property owner seeking tax relief due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Need a copy of your tax bill or a payment receipt? Visit Property tax document request.
Overview
Property tax is calculated and billed annually using the property's assessed value, as found on your property assessment notice, and the Council-approved property tax rate.
Do you have questions about your property taxes? Read our Property Tax Frequently Asked Questions.
2020 Property tax key dates
| Item | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Item: Tax bill time period | Date: January 1 to December 31 | Description: Property tax bills cover the calendar year. |
| Item: Tax bill mailing | Date: May 25 | Description: Property owners who have not received a tax bill by the first week of June can request a copy of the bill by visiting property tax document request. |
| Item: Tax due date | Date: June 30 | Description: Property tax payment: options and instructions |
| Item: 3.5% penalty added | Date: October 1 | Description: 3.5% penalty is added to any unpaid tax bill balance, reduced from 7% as amended by Council. |
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