A Tax on Hotel Stays? Windsor-Essex's Tourism Agency Says It Could Help Boost Tourism

A tax on hotel stays? Windsor-Essex's tourism agency says it could help boost tourism

There might be a new tax coming to Essex County. It's something Windsor has already had for 7 years. This tax is not for residents. It's charged to guests staying in local hotels and other rental lodging. It’s called a Municipal Accommodation Tax or MAT.

Kingsville seeks public input on municipal accommodation tax

Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island wants municipalities to collect a tax to promote tourism

Bracebridge - Council approves new Municipal Accommodation Tax to support local tourism and services

On June 11, Town Council approved the introduction of a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) to support tourism promotion and enhance local services. The new program will come into effect on October 1, 2. . .

Bracebridge Council Approves New Municipal Accommodation Tax To Support Local Tourism And Services

Yesterday, Town Council approved the introduction of a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) to support tourism promotion and enhance local services. The new program will come into effect on October 1, 2025. The MAT will apply at a rate of 4% per room night, aligning Bracebridge with neighbouring communities such as Huntsville and Gravenhurst. This implementation timeline provides local accommodators with the opportunity to prepare and establish the…

Have Your Say: Should Kingsville Implement Municipal Accommodation Tax?

At its April 28, 2025 meeting, Kingsville Town Council received a presentation from Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI) regarding implementing a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) in the region. TWEPI advocates for all towns and municipalities in Essex County to adopt this initiative, which aims to generate a new revenue stream to enhance tourism infrastructure and marketing programs. The MAT is a tax ranging from 4% to 6% imposed on short…