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Tax Sale Legislation and Rules

Municipal Tax Sale Legislation

Part XI, Municipal Act, 2001

Municipal Tax Sales Rules

Ontario Regulation 181/03

Tax Sales in the News

 

One Penny Paradise

He got out his calculator and discovered that his rival’s
deposit was a fraction of a cent less than the required 20%

https://www.taxsaleproperty.org/Articles/A-Penny-Saved—-Is-A-Cottage.html

One Foot of Interest 

One foot purchased by tax sale for $5000 is now being sold. See how much it is being sold for:

https://www.blogto.com/real-estate-toronto/2021/12/1060-danforth-avenue-toronto/

Community Betrayed

A sad story for the Croatian Credit Union resulting in 31 tax sales:

https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2010/09/27/a_community_betrayed.html

Cunningham vs. Front of Yonge

The case that changed the law in Ontario:

https://www.realtax.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Cunningham-v-Front-of-Yonge-article.pdf

Municipal Surplus Property Website

Surplusproperty. Ca

Ontario Municipal Surplus Properties For Sale

At SurplusProperty.ca you will find Municipal surplus properties throughout Ontario that are listed for sale. These properties are owned by the Municipality, City, County, Village, Town or Township. They no longer have a need for these properties, so they list them for sale.

No commission
There is no realtor involved with most of these surplus properties, so there is no commission factored in to the sale price.

Not on MLS
Most of these municipal surplus properties are not shown on MLS

Go to SurplusProperty.ca listings now

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Every year Ontario municipalities offer hundreds of tax sale properties for sale for prices that are a fraction of market value. By law, municipalities do not have to get market value for the property

5 days ago

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Every property offered in a tax sale comes with a tender package. These documents include important details like the minimum bid, terms of sale, and information about the property itself.Taking the time to read and understand this information is critical. Overlooking a detail could mean missing deadlines or not meeting the requirements of the sale.Contact us or visit OntarioTaxSales.ca to ensure you’re fully informed🤝 ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago

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Tax Sale in the City of Peterborough will be today, December 9, 2025. The tenders will be opened after 3:00 p.m. at The Corporation of the City of Peterborough Office, 500 George St N, Peterborough in the City Board Room. ... See MoreSee Less
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7 days ago

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Tax sales can create unique opportunities, but they also carry risks.Some properties may have environmental issues, structural problems, or outstanding utility charges. It’s important to research and, when possible, visit the property to understand what you are bidding on.Doing your homework before you submit a tender can save you from unexpected challenges later.✅ Learn more about potential risks and how to prepare at OntarioTaxSales.ca ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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We have 3 New Tax Sale Listings in the City of Peterborough (Peterborough County) Vacant Land. On December 9, 2025, tenders will be opened. Visit www.ontariotaxsales.ca for more information. ... See MoreSee Less
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The most successful tax sale buyers are those who prepare in advance.That means reading tender packages carefully, understanding the conditions of sale, knowing the deadlines, and doing your research on the property and location. Being prepared gives you an advantage when the competition is strong and ensures you can make informed decisions.A little extra time spent preparing can make the difference between a missed chance and a successful purchase.Check out our buyer resources at OntarioTaxSales.ca to prepare with confidence! ... See MoreSee Less
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