Property taxes were due July 2, 2026.
Outstanding Tax Notices have been mailed out. Even if you paid your taxes, you may have received a notice because you forgot to claim your Home Owner Grant with the Province. Please note that you have until Sept 1, 2026 to claim it, and once you do, the penalty for the unclaimed grant will be reversed.
How to claim your home owner grant
Need help claiming your grant? Come by the Municipal Hall for assistance, as our kiosk will remain open through September 1, 2026. Staff will walk you through the process. Make sure to bring your tax notice and Social Insurance Number. Unclaimed home owner grants will have the 5% penalty reversed if claimed by September 2, 2026.
- Kiosk hours: Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Be Alert: Property Tax Payment Scam
The District of Saanich is warning residents and business owners about reports of a property tax payment scam involving third parties offering to pay residential or commercial property taxes on a property owner’s behalf. These offers may be presented as a way to get a discount, avoid inconvenience, simplify payment, consolidate bills, earn rewards, or have someone else take care of the payment process. These offers are not authorized by the District of Saanich. Read more information and learn how to protect yourself from scams.
eBilling is here!
You can now sign up for eBilling to receive next year's property tax notice by email. Find instructions on how to sign up for MySaanich and register a tax account here: MySaanich.
*Please note by signing up for eBilling you are consenting that the District may send your Property Tax notice via email. It is your responsibility to ensure that you check your account before the property tax due date.
Property Tax Billing Schedule
| NOTICE | DUE DATE | PENALTY DATE | NOTICE SENT |
| Property Tax Notice | July 2, 2026 | July 3, 2026 | End of May |
| 1st Reminder Notice | Sep 2, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | Late July |
| 2nd Reminder Notice | Dec 31, 2026 |
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Late October |
* Starting January 1st interest will be calculated on arrears and delinquent




