Paying Property Taxes

When using telephone or internet banking, “Algonquin Highlands Tax” is the payee and the 19 digit roll number (or part) on your tax bill will become your account number.  In some instances the bank will require you to remove the first four digits “4621” which signifies the Township and others may to remove the last four digits “0000.”  It is important to note that you must enter a separate roll number and amount for each property that you own so that payments are allocated correctly.

To enroll in the Pre-Authorized Payment Plan you must complete the form found below and provide the office with a  void cheque no later than 15 days prior to the date you want the payment withdrawal process to begin. This process allows you, the taxpayer, to authorize the Township to withdraw the installment amount due from your bank account on the due date (ie. four times annually).  

Cheques and money orders should be made payable to “Township of Algonquin Highlands”. Post-dated cheques are accepted.

Residents can make a payment in person at the main office at 1123 North Shore Road, Algonquin Highlands.  In addition, there is a drop box at the North Shore Road office for after-hours, and payments may be dropped off in the mail slot or at the Dorset Community Centre.  We are able to accept cash, cheques or money orders.  Interact/debit card payments can be made in person at the main office location only.

Residents can now pay their property taxes with a credit card through the Algonquin Highlands website using Plastiq, an online third party service provider that charges a small convenience fee. Making payments with Plastiq is similar to making any other online credit card payment. Please note the Township does not accept in-person credit card payments for property taxes.