The Municipality of French River is responsible for issuing property tax bills and collecting payments. Property taxes provide the primary source of funding for the essential services we deliver to our community, including road maintenance, emergency services, waste collection, and recreational facilities.
How Property Taxes Are Calculated
Each property in French River is assigned a tax class based on its use (for example: residential, commercial, or industrial).
Your total property tax rate is made up of two parts:
Municipal Tax Rate: Set annually by Council through the municipal budget process
Education Tax Rate: Set each year by the Province of Ontario for school board funding
These rates are applied to your property’s Current Value Assessment (CVA), which is determined by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).
Formula: Property Tax = (Municipal Rate + Education Rate) × Property Assessment Value (CVA)
Property Tax Due Dates
In 2025, the Municipality adjusted the property tax installment due dates and they remain in effect in 2026.
Interim Tax Installments: February 25, 2026 and March 25, 2026
Final Tax Installment: July 29, 2026 and August 26, 2026
Property Tax Payment Options
We offer several convenient ways to pay your property taxes:
- By Mail: Send a cheque payable to "Municipality of French River"
- In Person: Visit the Municipal Office at 44 St. Christophe Street, Noëlville
- At Your Bank: Most major banks accept payments (in-branch or online)
- Online Banking: Use your 19-digit Roll Number as the account number
- Pre-Authorized Payment Plan (PAP): Contact us to enroll
Property Tax Calculator
Want to estimate your taxes? Use our Property Tax Calculator
Change of Address
If you’ve moved or will be moving, please complete our Change of Address Form and submit it to the email listed on the form.
Tax-Related By-laws
The most recent tax-related By-laws are listed below: