Understanding Your Property Assessment - Information Session

Property Assessment Information Session

The Town invites residents and property owners to attend an informative Property Assessment Presentation hosted by our Municipal Assessor.

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Civic Centre

This presentation is an excellent opportunity to learn more about how property assessments are determined in Alberta and how they relate to your property taxes. Residents will also have the chance to ask questions and participate in a discussion following the presentation.

Topics Include:

• What is a Municipal Assessor?

• The difference between Mass Appraisal (Municipal Assessor) and Fee Appraisal (Appraiser)

• What is Property Assessment in Alberta?

• The Annual Assessment Cycle and Important Dates

• Types of Assessments: the four property types, market value assessments, and regulated assessments

• Assessed Based on Use, Not Zoning (where legally permissible)

• Assessment Quality Compliance in Alberta

• How Property Taxation Relates to Property Assessment

• Common Taxation Questions and Answers

• Common Assessment Questions and Answers

• Tax Impacts from Changes in Property Use, including some home businesses

• The Assessment Inquiry and Complaint Process, including how to inquire about or appeal an assessment

The presentation is expected to run approximately one hour, followed by a question-and-answer session.

We encourage all property owners and residents interested in learning more about assessments and taxation to attend this valuable information session.