Tax Certificates

You can purchase a property tax certificate online using the Tax Certificate Online Tool.

Upon completion of the request and successful payment, you will receive the tax certificate via email. Fees are payable by credit card.

If you are unable to find the address you are looking for, please contact the Tax Office at 705-742-7777 ext. 1865# or tax@peterborough.ca.

What is a property tax certificate?

A property tax certificate is a legal document showing the status of a property's taxes, such as the amount due, the payment history, local improvement charges and any arrears or penalties.

You may need a property tax certificate to:

• verify the taxes owing on a property before buying or selling it
• apply for a mortgage or refinancing on a property
• settle an estate or a divorce involving a property
• obtain information for legal or accounting purposes