Notice Re: Canada Post Strike
Date: November 18, 2024
As of Friday November 15, 2024, Canada Post workers are on strike. Canada Post operations have been shut down and mail service has stopped.
Residents are still obligated to pay property tax and water/wastewater bills, by the due date. To avoid late fees, interruptions, or delays, Tay Township has several options available for making payments promptly and securely.
- Pre-Authorized Payment Plans: Sign up for pre-authorized payments for taxes and water/wastewater billing. Forms are available at the Municipal Office or on our website.
- Telephone and Online Banking: Payments can be made through most major financial institutions. For tax accounts, enter your 19-digit roll number (no spaces/dashes) and for water/wastewater accounts, enter the 8-digit account number (omit decimal).
- In Person: Payments can be made at the Tay Municipal Office (450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour) via cash, cheque (payable to Tay Township), debit card, or money order. Please note: credit cards are not accepted for in-person payments.
- Online Credit Card Payments: Payments can also be made online by credit card through Paymentus Corporation, a third-party service. Please note: service fees apply—2.5% for VISA/MasterCard, or 1.5% for VISA Debit/MasterCard Debit. Processing may take 2-3 business days. Pay Online by Credit Card.
- After-Hours Drop Box: Cheques, along with your payment stub, can be placed in the After Hours Drop Box, located to the right of the front doors at the Municipal Office. Please do not place cash in the drop box.
If you have any questions, including finding out your account balance, our Financial Services Department is here to help. Please reach out at 705-534-7248 x227.
Get updates and stay informed with the latest information on Canada Post negotiations by visiting their website.
Contacts:
Sheryl Robitaille
Tax and Utility Coordinator
705-534-7248 ext. 227
srobitaille@tay.ca
Elizabeth Smith
Manager of Communications and Technology Services
705-534-7248 ext. 264
esmith@tay.ca
Payment Options in the event of a Canada Post Strike
Date: November 6, 2024
In the event of a possible Canada Post mail service disruption, Tay Township has several options available for making payments promptly and securely.
Payment Options:
- Pre-Authorized Payment Plans: Sign up for pre-authorized payments for taxes and water/wastewater billing. Forms are available at the Municipal Office or on our website.
- Telephone and Online Banking: Payments can be made through most major financial institutions. For tax accounts, enter your 19-digit roll number (no spaces/dashes) and for water/wastewater accounts, enter the 8-digit account number (omit decimal).
- In Person: Payments can be made at the Tay Municipal Office (450 Park Street, Victoria Harbour) via cash, cheque (payable to Tay Township), debit card, or money order. Please note: credit cards are not accepted for in-person payments.
- Online Credit Card Payments: Payments can also be made online by credit card through Paymentus Corporation, a third-party service. Please note: service fees apply—2.5% for VISA/MasterCard, or 1.5% for VISA Debit/MasterCard Debit. Processing may take 2-3 business days. Pay Online by Credit Card.
- After-Hours Drop Box: Cheques, along with your payment stub, can be placed in the After Hours Drop Box, located to the right of the front doors at the Municipal Office. Please do not place cash in the drop box.
If you have any questions, our Financial Services Department is here to help. Please don’t hesitate to call us at 705-534-7248 x227.
Get updates and stay informed with the latest information on Canada Post negotiations by visiting their website.
Tay Township is committed to delivering responsive and cost-effective municipal services and infrastructure that provide for the long-term economic, social and environmental well-being of its residents and community.
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Contacts:
Sheryl Robitaille
Tax and Utility Coordinator
705-534-7248 ext. 227
srobitaille@tay.ca
Elizabeth Smith
Manager of Communications and Technology Services
705-534-7248 ext. 264
esmith@tay.ca