Tax Certificates are issued, upon request, to a concerned party requiring certified information on the status of a tax account, the owner of the property, and/or the legal description.
A tax certificate is generally purchased by lawyers dealing with property sales or when a mortgage is being approved for a property. Property owners can visit 1st Floor Customer Service to request a tax account statement. A Fee may be applicable as per the Fees for Service By-Law. Ensure to bring valid ID. Tax Bills can be stamped ‘Paid’ at no cost in office.
Tax Certificate Fees (per roll number)
| Timeline | Prepaid Fee |
| 5-7 Business Days | $58.50 |
| On Demand (Up to 2 Business Days) | $79.75 |
To request a Tax Certificate:
Effective September 1, 2022, online requests are the exclusive means of requesting Tax Certificates.
Law offices can forward Ownership Change notices to taxclerk@sarnia.ca.
For Water and Sewer account balances, contact:
Bluewater Power
855 Confederation Street
Sarnia, ON N7T 2E4
Phone: 519-337-8201
Fax: 519-344-7303
Email: emailus@bluewaterpower.com