Oct 15, 2026 is the first Municipal Accommodation Tax remittance window for licensed Hamilton short-term rental operators. NightLedger packages the operational prep — not tax advice.
Does not include tax advice, legal advice, or filing/paying on your behalf.
| Rate (public) | 4% MAT on accommodation charge (before HST); stays of 29 nights or less |
|---|---|
| Who remits | STR operators — platforms are not remitting for Hamilton per city materials |
| Collection agent | ORHMA · portal hamilton.orhma.com |
| First due | October 15, 2026 (Q3: Jul 1 – Sep 30) |
Verify on hamilton.ca/mat.
Reply YES — $49 prep Free checklist
If the Oct prep helps, we’re testing $29–79/mo software (reminders + multi-city field packs). Not a tax filer. Reply A $29 / B $49 / C $79 / D no / E à-la-carte only.
Disclaimer: Operational remittance-prep packaging compiled from public City of Hamilton and ORHMA materials. Not tax, accounting, or legal advice. Host remains responsible for ORHMA reporting, payment, and licensing. Rules can change — verify with the City, ORHMA, and a qualified professional.