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Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program Discontinuation
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We would like to advise residents that Municipal Council has agreed to discontinue the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program effective November 10, 2026.
This decision follows notification that Clean Energy Financing will no longer be administering the program.
Residents in the Municipality of Digby who are currently participating in the PACE Program will remain enrolled and their existing agreements will continue as planned. However, no new applications or participants will be accepted after June 15, 2026.
The PACE Program has supported homeowners in making energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades by providing access to financing through property tax billing. We thank residents who participated in the program over the years and appreciate their commitment to improving energy efficiency in our communities.
For questions or additional information, please contact the Municipal Office.
Budget Highlights for 2026-2027
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You can view a detailed copy of the 2026-27 Operating Budget pdf here(18.22 MB) .
2026-27 Municipal Budget
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The Municipality of Digby is pleased to present a Balanced Operating Budget in the amount of $14,006,749 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, which was passed on May 19, 2026.
Notably, there are no increases to property tax rates, which remain at $1.30 per $100 of assessed residential property value and $1.85 per $100 for commercial properties.
If you would like to view the budget, please see the attachment below.
White Metal Collection 2026
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2025-26 Community Grant Recipients
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2026-27 Low Income Tax Exemption
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The applications for the 2026-27 Low Income Residential Property Tax Exemption are now available online or in-person at the Municipal Office, 12548 Hwy 217, Seabrook.
When submitting an application, please also bring a copy of your 2025 Notice of Assessment from the Canadian Revenue Agency.
Low-income property owners may be granted a yearly property tax reduction (up to $600) based on income. For more information, please see our application form in the link below. If you have any additional questions, please contact the Municipal Office at 902-245-4777.
