Are you a landowner with at least 4 hectares of woodlot property in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell or Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry?
Would you like to save up to 75 % on your property taxes?
SNC Woodlot Advisory Service (WAS) can assist you!
A Woodlot Advisory Service technician can assist you in efficiently and sustainably managing your woodlot by:
- Providing you with contacts of local woodlot owner associations and forestry consultants who can assist you in achieving your objectives, including revenue-generation;
- Introducing you to the benefits of Forest Certification through Boisés Est and SDG Certified Forest Owners;
- Suggesting workshops offered by the Woodlot Advisory Service partners.
Contact Caroline Goulet to learn more.
Ontario Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program (MFTIP)
The MFTIP is a voluntary program that offers property owners a tax reduction up to 75% on privately owned residential land in Ontario.
- A 10 year Managed Forest plan is required that details how you will manage your forest property responsibly;
- A Managed Forest Plan Approver must approve your plan prior to submission to the MNRF;
- MFTIP is an Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) program. Learn more about this program here.
Landowners who complete a MFTIP plan are eligible for a subsidy in the amount of up to $500 through our various project partners including: Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.
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