Property Taxes and Tax Supports
Property taxes are local taxes used to provide services, programs and infrastructure that provide High River residents with a high quality of life.
Did you know there is a program for tax exemptions for community organizations? Learn more about COPTER and how to apply by visiting our Property Assessment page.
Key Property Tax Dates:
- Property tax bills mailed/emailed out on May 28, 2026
- Property taxes are due on June 30, 2026
- Check out our Assessment & Tax Information Newsletter for more information on your 2026 property tax.
- Annual property tax notices cover the calendar year from January 1 to December 31
- You can manage your payments online, including property taxes, by signing up for Citizen Self-Service
As authorized by the Municipal Government Act, local officials appraise and set the value of your property, set municipal tax rates and collect taxes. Municipal revenues are required to fund services and programs provided to residents.
Once the budget is approved by Council, a yearly plan is set to ensure the provision of the municipal services and programs provided by the Town. Council makes decisions each year that support the high quality of life we enjoy in High River, including taking care or our infrastructure and ensuring funding for programs and initiatives.
For more information, view the tax rate bylaw:
2016 - 2026 Residential and Non-Residential Tax Rates
Residential Property Tax Rates
|
Year |
Municipal |
Alberta Education |
Senior’s Requisition |
|
2026 |
5.3248 |
2.7153 |
0.0838 |
|
2025 |
5.1586 |
2.3739 |
0.0878 |
|
2024 |
5.6916 |
2.2909 |
0.0979 |
|
2023 |
6.1867 |
2.3749 |
0.1052 |
|
2022 |
6.4597 |
2.4771 |
0.1097 |
|
2021 |
6.8025 |
2.4878 |
0.1170 |
|
2020 |
6.8162 |
2.6768 |
0.1187 |
|
2019 |
6.6892 |
2.5727 |
0.1144 |
|
2018 |
6.3489 |
2.5042 |
0.1148 |
|
2017 |
6.2914 |
2.4875 |
0.1258 |
|
2016 |
6.0451 |
2.4777 |
0.1164 |
Non-Residential Property Tax Rates
|
Year |
Municipal |
Alberta Education |
Senior’s Requisition |
|
2026 |
6.9222 |
4.1267 |
0.1088 |
|
2025 |
6.7061 |
4.0371 |
0.1140 |
|
2024 |
7.399 |
3.6654 |
0.1272 |
|
2023 |
8.0427 |
3.7998 |
0.1367 |
|
2022 |
8.3976 |
3.9638 |
0.1426 |
|
2021 |
8.8433 |
4.2441 |
0.1521 |
|
2020 |
8.8611 |
4.1156 |
0.1543 |
|
2019 |
8.696 |
3.7512 |
0.1487 |
|
2018 |
8.2536 |
3.7532 |
0.1492 |
|
2017 |
7.707 |
3.4853 |
0.1541 |
|
2016 |
7.2541 |
3.5291 |
0.1397 |
Answers to Commonly Asked Property Tax Questions:
How do I pay my property taxes?
Payments may be made by cash, money order, cheque, money order, debit card or personal internet banking payable to the Town of High River. Credit Cards or e-transfers are not accepted. Please do not send cash in the mail or drop box.
Payment may be made:
In-person:
- During business hours (Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30) at the Town of High River Administration Office
- After hours – Drop box – Deposit the remittance portion of your notice along with your payment in an envelope.
By mail to :
- Town of High River
- 309B Macleod Trail SW
- High River, AB T1V 1Z5
Bank or Credit Union or online through your financial institution:
- Allow three business days before the due date to ensure payments are processed on time. Your Roll # is your account #. Please retain all confirmation numbers and documentation received from your bank or through online banking.
Through the Town's Tax Installment Payment Plan:
- The Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) allows you to pay your property taxes in equal monthly installments instead of a single annual payment. Taxpayers may apply if their tax & utility accounts are up to date. Payment is automatically transferred from your bank account on the 15th of each month. Learn more about the program on our Tax Installment Payment Plan webpage.
How are my taxes calculated?
The taxes are calculated by multiplying the property's market value assessment by the mill rate. The mill rate is set in May each year by Council.
What is the deadline to pay Property Taxes?
The deadline to pay property taxes is the last business day in June of each year.
What happens if I do not pay my Property Taxes?
After the deadline (end of June), a late payment penalty of 1.5 percent will be applied to the tax account for any unpaid balance owed on the first day of each month.
How do I apply for Property Tax Assistance for Seniors?
Visit the Government of Alberta Seniors website for this information.
What if I want my Education Tax portion to go to the Separate School System instead of the public?
View the School Declaration Form (fill out the form and email the completed form to CorporateServices@highriver.ca)
What is the Westwinds Communities Tax Levy?
The Town of High River is required under the Alberta Housing Act to collect taxes for affordable senior lodge accommodations. The amount is determined by and remitted to Westwinds Communities. The Town of High River can not change the amount collected. All taxpayers are required to pay these amounts whether or not they use the services.
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309B Macleod Trail S.W., High River, Alberta
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm (Closed on statutory holidays)
corporateservices@highriver.ca
403-652-2110
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