Canada Post mail service disruption

Last updated: Oct. 15, 2025

Due to the Canada Post strike, property tax bills and vendor payments may arrive later than expected.

Property Tax Bills

If you have not received your property tax bill in the mail, you can request a reprint of your 2025 final tax bill online at no charge. Residents can also request a reprint of your 2025 final tax bill by contacting 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca to request a copy via email at no charge.

Residents can sign up to receive property tax email or text (SMS) notification.

The September tax bill is due Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. 

If you mailed a payment cheque just before the strike was called, please wait until Oct. 17 before inquiring if the municipality received the payment. Response times may be longer than usual due to high volumes.

As of Oct. 11, 2025, Canada Post has moved to rotating strikes. The municipality continues to recommend that payment cheques are not mailed at this time, as there is a risk they will not be received before the Oct. 31 due date. Please note that interest at a rate of 15 per cent will accrue on late payments.

Property taxes can also be paid by:

Vendor Payments

Vendor payments will still experience delays. Vendors can sign up for electronic (EFT) payments, inquire on payment status, and send invoices directly to hrmaplink@halifax.ca. 

Common questions

How does the Canada Post strike affect mail I receive from the municipality?

Due to the Canada Post strike, property tax bills and vendor payments currently in the mail system may arrive later than usual.

What should I do if I haven’t received my property tax bill?

Residents will be able to request a reprint of their 2025 final tax bill online at no charge. Residents can also request a reprint of your 2025 final tax bill by contacting 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca to request a copy via email at no charge.

Can I still mail a cheque for my payment during the Canada Post strike?

Although as of Oct. 11 the nationwide job action by Canada Post has moved to rotating strikes, the municipality recommends that cheques are not mailed at this time as there is a risk they will not be received before the Oct. 31 due date. Please note that interest at a rate of 15 per cent will accrue on late payments. 

What if I have already mailed a cheque?

If you have mailed a cheque, please wait until closer to the due date to determine if it has been processed. Residents are asked to wait until Oct. 17 before inquiring. If you prefer to make payment by another method, you must place a stop payment on the cheque through your financial institution. The municipality cannot do this on your behalf. 

How can I pay my property taxes?
When is my property tax bill due?

The due date for the September tax bill is the last working day of October, which is Oct. 31, 2025. 

Can I receive my tax bill by email instead of mail?

Yes. Residents can sign up to receive your property tax bill by email.

What options are available for vendor payments?

Vendors may sign up to receive electronic (EFT) payments by emailing Accounts Payable at: hrmaplink@halifax.ca to initiate.  This process normally takes up to 2 weeks due to set up and verification.

How should I send my invoice to the municipality for payment?

Vendors can send invoices electronically by emailing Accounts Payable at hrmaplink@halifax.ca.

Will I be able to pick up my cheque payment during the strike?

Vendors may be permitted to pick up cheques at our Customer Service Centres in Alderney Gate or Bayers Road by arrangement only by contacting hrmaplink@halifax.ca. For security purposes, we require the contact’s name in advance and they must show matching government-issued ID to pick up any cheque.

How can I find out if a cheque to has been issued but not mailed due to the strike?

Contact Accounts Payable at hrmaplink@halifax.ca.