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Cranbrook, BC (March 12, 2026) – Changes have been made to the City of Cranbrook’s Permissive Tax Exemption application process, which was approved by Council in December 2025.

Permissive tax exemptions help support non-profit organizations that provide valuable services to our community. If your organization currently receives a permissive tax exemption—or plans to apply—it is important to be aware of several key changes:

• The application deadline has moved to May 31 (previously August 31), and late applications will no longer be accepted. Beginning with the 2028 taxation year, permissive tax exemption bylaws will also move from a one-year term to a four-year term, with applications due by May 31, 2027, along with an annual declaration.
   
• Organizations that are not delivering their primary service for the full year may receive a proportionally reduced exemption based on the number of months they are actively providing services to the public.

Organizations are encouraged to review the updated policy and be prepared for the new May 31 application deadline.

Learn more about permissive tax exemptions on the City’s website @ https://cranbrook.ca/our-city/city-departments/finance/municipal-grants.