Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit Applications Accepted Until April 15

Brandon, MB – Brandon homeowners can apply for the Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit (HATC) to receive a rebate of up to $1,600 on their school tax portion of their 2026 property tax bill.

The Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit is available to properties that:

• Are the homeowner’s principal residence
• Are classified as single‑family residential dwellings

Homeowners who are already enrolled do not need to reapply. Enrollment can be confirmed by checking your 2025 property tax bill. The April 15 deadline applies only to new or updated registrations.

Eligible homeowners can apply or update their information by:

• Applying in person at City Hall (410 – 9^th St.), or
• Completing the online Account Change Form at:
  onlineservices.brandon.ca/updateinfo.aspx

Homeowners who do not receive the credit as an advance on their property tax bill may still be eligible to claim it when filing their personal income tax return.

More information about the Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit is available through the Province of Manitoba or by contacting Manitoba Government Inquiry at 1‑866‑626‑4862.