Timmins council raises Municipal Accommodation Tax to 6%, with 1% set aside for proposed recreation centre

Timmins city council has approved a 2% increase to the Municipal Accommodation Tax, raising the tax on short-term accommodation stays of less than 30 consecutive days to 6%, according to a city news post dated April 15, 2026. The city did not say when the new rate will take effect.

The Municipal Accommodation Tax is charged on overnight stays and is paid by visitors using local accommodations. The city says revenue from the tax is split between tourism-related spending and other municipal uses, with part of the increase earmarked for a proposed recreation project.

Under council’s decision, one percentage point of the 6% tax will be reserved for a proposed multi-use recreation centre in Timmins. The city did not provide a cost estimate or construction timeline for the project.

Mayor Michelle Boileau said the increase is intended to generate revenue for recreation infrastructure projects.

The city’s post states that 50% of total Municipal Accommodation Tax revenue is used to support eligible tourism initiatives and organizations through the Timmins Economic Development Corporation. The other 50% is reserved for use by the municipality at council’s discretion.