Document background
A Real Tax Deed is utilized in Canadian jurisdictions when a property has been sold through a tax sale process due to unpaid property taxes. This document is essential for completing the transfer of ownership from the tax authority to the new property owner. The deed must comply with provincial legislation and municipal regulations, containing specific information about the property, the tax default, and the sale process. The Real Tax Deed serves as conclusive evidence that all statutory requirements have been met, including proper notice to the previous owner, public advertisement of the sale, and completion of any required redemption period. It includes crucial details such as the legal property description, tax assessment history, and confirmation that the sale process followed all legal requirements. This document is particularly important as it often provides a new, clear title to the property, subject to certain statutory exceptions.
