Cochrane Seniors Property Tax Support Program

The Cochrane Seniors Property Tax Support Program will provide a $500 rebate on municipal property taxes for eligible seniors.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be a minimum of 60 years old. 
• Applicants must be a residential property owner in Cochrane and be living in the residence of ownership.
• Applicants must not own any other property.
• Applicants must meet minimum income guidelines set out by the Alberta Seniors Benefit Program and passed by Council. Each owner on title is considered.
• For one owner on title, income must be under $31,080. For two owners on title, income information is combined and the combined incomes must be under $50,720. However, upon submission of involuntary separation documentation, only the income of the individual residing in the residence will be considered in the evaluation of the program application.*
  * Income amounts are adjusted by the Alberta Seniors Benefit Program annually in July. 

 Application

• The application process for 2023 has changed. All applicants must book an appointment with an FCSS staff member. To book an appointment, please call 403-851-2250. 
• Applicants must provide copy of their 2022 Revenue Canada Income Tax Notice of Assessment - Line 150 total income minus line 210 deduction for elected split-pension amount, minus line 208 if result of surviving spouse.
• All owners on the title must apply under the same application and be present at the appointment.
• Appointments can be booked starting March 1, 2023.
• All applications must be completed by December 31, 2023.