Why Prince Edward County Needs a Stronger Industrial Tax Base
Municipalities depend on a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial taxes to deliver essential services and maintain infrastructure. Among these, a robust industrial tax base provides stable, high-yield revenue with relatively low servicing costs. Unfortunately, Prince Edward County (PEC) lacks such a base—and the consequences are increasingly visible in its budget. Read more.
Where Are Our Taxes Going? The $191.30 Million County Budget That Still Can’t Fix Our Roads.
Every year, residents of Prince Edward County pay some of the highest property taxes in Ontario. And yet, many rural roads remain in disrepair, infrastructure is crumbling, and core services struggle to meet demand. With a 2024 budget topping a total of $191.3 million in operating and capital budgets, the question on everyone’s mind is simple: where is all the money going? Read more.
Property Tax Growth in Prince Edward County
Prince Edward County (PEC), Ontario, has experienced notable increases in property tax rates over recent years, prompting concerns among residents regarding the value received in municipal services relative to the taxes paid. Read more.
The Hidden Toll of the Municipal Accommodation Tax on County Tourism
When Prince Edward County introduced the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) in 2021, it was pitched as a way to reinvest in tourism infrastructure and support local businesses by collecting a small levy from overnight visitors. The 4% tax applies to hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and short-term rentals. But several years in, many tourism operators are asking: who is this really helping? Read more.
PEC: A Municipal Budget Outlier Among Ontario Communities
Compared to 10 similarly sized or structured municipalities, PEC is a clear and significant outlier in how much it spends relative to its size and income.