Property assessments across Manitoba have increased significantly as a result of the 2010 reassessment. Cottage property assessments in particular have increased significantly, due to the exceptionally strong demand for recreational properties. As a result, some cottage owners may see property tax (municipal and school) increases in 2010, as their assessments are increasing more than all other types of properties.
In 2010, the Province of Manitoba is offering a new two-year provincially-delivered and financed property tax deferral program for eligible cottage owners. Cottage owners may choose to defer all or a portion of their property tax increase, from 2009 to 2010.
The Department of Finance, Tax Assistance Office (TAO), is administering the new cottage tax deferral program. Eligible property owners may request a deferral of the property tax increase by completing and submitting an application to the Province of Manitoba no later then the due date on the cottage property tax statement.
Information requirements from municipalities will be very minimal. By submitting an application, the owners authorize the municipalities to release information concerning property taxes. Upon approval of an application, TAO will pay the deferred tax amount directly to the municipality.
Information on the Cottage Property Tax Increase Deferral program, including eligibility requirements and an application form, is available online at: www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/cottage.html
Wed
12
May
2010
MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEMS UPDATE / TEMPORARY BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED
Written by Raymond Moreau
The Albert Beach water system is now up and running for the season.
The Victoria Beach Water system has been in operation since May 14th and following some major repairs to main lines and fittings in certain areas, water is now available in all our service areas. Over the course of the operating season there may be temporary disruptions to service due to repairs and/or maintenance of main lines, valves, etc...
The temporary Boil Water advisory on the municipal water systems has been lifted, effective May 20th. We note that it is standard procedure for the Office of Drinking Water (ODW) to place a temporary Boil Water Advisory on a water system when water is distributed to customers before water test results have been provided confirming compliance with the Drinking Water Regulation.
Wed
28
Apr
2010
BAN ON OPEN FIRES
Written by Raymond Moreau
OPEN FIRES WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY ARE PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES UNDER BY-LAW NO. 1501. OFFENDERS WILL BE PROSECUTED IN PROVINCIAL JUDGES COURT.
FIRE PERMITS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR PUBLIC LAND - PERMITS ARE ISSUED TO PRIVATE PROPERTY OWNERS ONLY.
Our temporary ban on private fire pit permits was recently lifted following the recent rains. A temporary ban may be reinstated in future, if dry weather conditions reoccur.
The anticipated co-operation of all stakeholders is appreciated.
Property assessments across Manitoba have increased significantly as a result of the 2010 reassessment. Cottage property assessments in particular have increased significantly, due to the exceptionally strong demand for recreational properties. As a result, some cottage owners may see property tax (municipal and school) increases in 2010, as their assessments are increasing more than all other types of properties.
The Victoria Beach Water system has been in operation since May 14th and following some major repairs to main lines and fittings in certain areas, water is now available in all our service areas. Over the course of the operating season there may be temporary disruptions to service due to repairs and/or maintenance of main lines, valves, etc... 
OPEN FIRES WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY ARE PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES UNDER BY-LAW NO. 1501. OFFENDERS WILL BE PROSECUTED IN PROVINCIAL JUDGES COURT.