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1. How is my property assessed?

Provincial legislation directs how property assessments are established for property tax purposes. Farmland, machinery & equipment and oil & gas facilities are based on a regulated assessment. Residential (farm, acreage, recreation) and Commercial/Industrial are assessed on a market value basis.

2. What is market value?

Market value is the most probable selling price of a property, on the open market, as of a specific date, assuming a knowledgeable buyer and seller.

3. How do I appeal my assessment?

People who feel that their assessment is incorrect should inquire with an assessor first. Should you wish to register an assessment appeal after discussions with an Assessor, kindly contact the Clerk of the ARB. For more information click here.

4. How much are tax certificates and how do I order a tax certificate?

Tax Certificates are $30.00 each. To order a tax certificate and for more information

click here.

5. Do you have a monthly auto payment plan?

Yes, for more information click here.

6. Can I get a copy of current or historic documents such as receipts, tax notices, assessment or farmland field sheets?

Yes, this information can be provided, please contact the Tax Assessment Clerk at (780) 361-6237.

7. How can I find my legal land description or rural address?

Your legal land description, rural address, and other property information can be found on the County's Online Map. Please note that your rural address is not your mailing address.

8. Why does my assessment notice refer to improvements? I have not made any changes to my property.

When the assessment notice refers to improvements it is referring to improvements to the land, meaning buildings or structures.

9. Why has an assessor visited my property?

Assessors visit 20% of the County each year to update our data. In addition, if there have been any recent changes made to your property an assessor will inspect the site to record any changes. Assessment/Tax Clerk