The County of Prince Edward sent out 2026 final tax bills on Friday, May 15 for all properties by mail or by email to those enrolled in electronic billing.
Payments are due on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, September 15.
Failure to receive a tax notice does not absolve the property owner from any taxes due or from penalty charges for late payment. Accounts in arrears will be subject to interest of 1.25% on June 16 and September 15 respectively, and on the first day of each month that they remain unpaid.
If you did not receive your tax notice, please contact the Tax Department by email at tax@pecounty.on.ca or by phone at 613.476.2148 extension 1530.
Property owners are encouraged to make payments online or by mail. The following methods of payment are available:
- Electronic payments through online or telephone banking services by searching “Prince Edward” and selecting the payee that references County Taxes. Use the roll number (no dashes) as the account number.
- Mail a cheque made payable to “The County of Prince Edward” to 332 Picton Main Street, Picton, ON K0K 2T0.
- Pre-authorized payment Register using the online enrollment form.
- Cheque payments can also be left in the drop box located to the left of the Shire Hall front entrance at 332 Picton Main Street, Picton.
- Payments can be made at most financial institutions by taking a copy of the bill directly to the bank branch.
Additional information is available by emailing tax@pecounty.on.ca or by calling 613.476.2148 extension 1530.
Help with payments – The municipality has compiled a list of resources for residents who are struggling to make tax and water bill payments. The Municipal Financial Relief Program to support low-income households in Prince Edward County will continue in 2026. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, July 15. Click here to visit the application page. Notifications will be sent to applicants by the end of August.
E-billing available – The paper version of the 2026 final tax bill includes instructions and a unique keycode for signing up to receive tax bills electronically. E-billing reduces paper waste and allows you to view your most recent bill as soon as it is available. If you have any issues with signing up for e-billing email tax@pecounty.on.ca or call 613.476.2148 extension 1530.