Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 2420 | 2016 lake StewardS newSletter Property assessment Update by Carla Nell, VP Municipal & Stakeholder Relations, MPAC I would like to thank FOCA for welcoming the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) to FOCA’s annual meeting in March 2016. It was a pleasure to be able to meet with members of the waterfront community to share insights on the part of MPAC for the 2016 Assessment Update. MPAC is responsible for assessing over five million properties in Ontario; however, the property assessment and taxation system is a shared responsibility between the Province of Ontario, municipalities, property owners and MPAC. These relationships need to be open and collaborative, which is why we’re strengtheningandfosteringrelationshipswithmunicipalitiesand propertyownersbybeingmoreproactive,openandconsultative. As we move through 2016, MPAC will update all property values throughout the province based on a January 1, 2016 valuation date. It’s important to MPAC that we deliver property assessments that are accurate and consistent. We know it’s important to owners that we assess and classify their property correctly. An exciting change for the 2016 Assessment Update is the early delivery of Property Assessment Notices. MPAC began to mail residential property notices on April 4, 2016 and will continue to mail out notices across the province over a 21- week period. The early mailing of the Notices allows MPAC and property owners the opportunity to resolve concerns before final Assessment Rolls are returned to municipalities late this year, for taxation in 2017. The Property Assessment Noticehasalsobeenredesignedaspartofourcommitmentto increase property taxpayers’ awareness and understanding of the valuation process. From desk time to dock time Get the insurance protection you need for the peace of mind you deserve. At Aviva, we understand your insurance needs are unique. That’s why we partner with brokers like Cade Associates, who help create an insurance package to fit your needs with: • Competitive rates • Professional service and advice • 24/7 claims service backed by a service guarantee† • Access to certified auto and home repair specialists • Expertise when it comes to insuring cottages and watercraft Call 416-234-9980, or visit www.cadeinsurance.com/cottage today for your free, no-obligation quote. Home | Auto | Business | Cottage | Watercraft Aviva and the Aviva logo are trademarks of Aviva plc and used under license by Aviva Canada Inc. and its subsidiary companies. † Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.avivacanada.com/claimsguarantee for details.