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Property tax bills and payments in Chilliwack
Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. Chilliwack’s 2026 property taxes were due July 2. Outstanding amounts face a 5% penalty after July 2 and another 5% afte
Key information
Chilliwack’s 2026 property taxes were due July 2. Outstanding amounts face a 5% penalty after July 2 and another 5% after August 4. Use MyChilliwack for the current balance and pay the correct tax account.
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Understand the notice
Property owners receive an annual notice for January to December. The anticipated 2026 mailing date was May 20, with payment due July 2. New owners remain responsible even if the notice did not arrive.
A Home Owner Grant must be claimed separately through the province, even if the account already has a credit. An unclaimed eligible grant amount can still attract a late penalty.
Sources: 2026 tax notice and due date · Property tax penalties, moves and assessment · Tax payment methods · Bank account reference rules
Choose a payment method
Banks can pay property taxes and utilities, but they must be separate payment items. The tax reference appears below the notice’s mailing address in a format like 1234-56789; individual banks differ on including the dash.
City Hall takes cash, cheque and Interac. The city does not accept credit cards for taxes or utilities. Use a bank payment, cheque, mortgage arrangement or the city payment routes rather than assuming the business-licence card service applies to taxes.
Sources: 2026 tax notice and due date · Property tax penalties, moves and assessment · Tax payment methods · Bank account reference rules
Moving, balances and assessment
If you own the property on the due date, arrange payment of the whole notice and let the lawyer or notary allocate buyer/seller adjustments. Update the bank payee account reference when moving and cancel old prepayments.
BC Assessment, not the city, determines assessed value. Questions or assessment appeals go to BC Assessment at 1-866-825-8322. Tax balance and payment questions go to Finance on 604-792-9498.
Sources: 2026 tax notice and due date · Property tax penalties, moves and assessment · Tax payment methods · Bank account reference rules
Key details at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 2026 due date | July 2, already passed |
| First penalty | 5% after July 2 |
| Second penalty | Additional 5% after August 4 |
| Tax reference | Number below mailing address; bank dash rules differ |
| Utility reference | Separate five-digit account below bill barcode |
Sources: 2026 tax notice and due date · Property tax penalties, moves and assessment · Tax payment methods · Bank account reference rules
Steps to follow
- Check current balance
Use MyChilliwack and confirm any grant.
- Use correct account
Tax and utility bank items are separate.
- Keep proof
Ensure payment receipt, not only posting or bank setup.
Sources: 2026 tax notice and due date · Property tax penalties, moves and assessment · Tax payment methods · Bank account reference rules
Named service locations
Maps use the official address or named site. They do not confirm a particular accessible entrance, current opening status or available parking.
Chilliwack City Hall
8550 Young Road
City Hall contains the municipal service and payment counters. Payment service hours are weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding statutory holidays.
Sources: Tax payment methods
Useful questions and answers
What penalties apply to unpaid 2026 taxes?
5% after July 2 and another 5% after August 4.
Does an account credit claim my Home Owner Grant?
No. Apply separately through the province even with a credit.
Source: 2026 tax notice and due date
Can I pay taxes by credit card at City Hall?
No. The city says tax and utility credit card payments are not accepted.
Source: Tax payment methods
What number should I use for bank tax payments?
The tax account below the mailing address, in the format 1234-56789; ask your bank whether it needs the dash.
Source: Bank account reference rules
Can I combine utility and tax bank payments?
No. Set them up as separate payment items.
Source: Bank account reference rules
Do I owe taxes if the bill never arrived?
Yes. The owner remains responsible for paying by the due date.
Who updates ownership on title?
BC Land Title and Survey Authority provides ownership changes, rather than an ordinary city mailing-address request.
Who handles assessment questions?
BC Assessment at 1-866-825-8322.