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August 2024

New temporary subclass for aggregate extraction properties

MPAC has commenced a review of the aggregate extraction property inventory in light of the Minister of Finance filing O. Reg. 295/24 under the Assessment Act and O. Reg. 296/24 under the Education Act on July 5, 2024. These regulations 

introduce a new industrial subclass for eligible land used for aggregate extraction (e.g., gravel pits) and prescribe a one-time reduced education tax rate for such eligible land specifically for the 2024 tax year.


We have identified eligible properties for this new subclass and provided the information to municipalities through Special Amended Notices (SANs) earlier this month. An additional SAN listing will be provided in mid-September. Municipalities will also be able to access eligible properties through Municipal Connect under My Products. 

 

We are committed to keeping you informed about the implementation of these new regulations. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this change or any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact your local Municipal and Stakeholder Relations Account Manager.

Connecting with our partners at AMO 2024

MPAC was pleased to join the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) as a presenter and exhibitor for their annual conference and 125th anniversary celebration in Ottawa this year.


Throughout the three-day event, our team actively engaged in discussions with municipal and provincial leaders. Members of our Municipal and Stakeholder Relations team welcomed delegates to our booth, where we showcased our latest products and services, gained a deeper understanding of our partners' key concerns, and addressed their most pressing questions.

 

“Attending the conference and connecting with our partners face-to-face is invaluable,” says Mary Dawson-Cole, Director, Municipal and Stakeholder Relations. “These interactions strengthen our relationships and provide us with crucial insights into their needs and priorities. Through these meaningful connections, we can collaboratively drive innovation and achieve our shared goals.”

 

MPAC Board Chair Alan Spacek, President and Chief Administrative Officer Nicole McNeill, and Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, Carmelo Lipsi, delivered our annual update to municipalities. They highlighted priorities and recent operational developments over the last year and shared our latest tools, property insights, and market trends. 

 

A key part of the session focused on our Data Strategy. We shared how MPAC data can be leveraged for informed municipal decision-making and included examples of how municipalities use our data to build stronger communities.

 

“Data is the cornerstone of effective decision-making and strategic planning,” says Jamie Bishop, MPAC’s Vice-President, Public Affairs and Customer Experience. “In today’s rapidly evolving property landscape, having accurate and timely data is crucial for understanding trends, making informed choices, and driving meaningful progress. At MPAC, we are committed to harnessing the power of data to empower our partners and enhance community outcomes.”

 

We look forward to sharing more data examples, along with our collaborative work to support municipalities and their communities in future issues on InTouch and across our channels. 

 

If you missed attending our session or if you’d like to join us again, Nicole McNeill, Carmelo Lipsi, and Jamie Bishop will present MPAC’s municipal update at our next webinar on September 11. Registration information is below.

Clockwise beginning left (from left to right): Municipal and Stakeholder Relations (MSR) Regional Managers Tracy McIntyre, Lynne Cunningham and Anne Haines with MSR Director, Mary Dawson-Cole (second from left); MSR Regional Manager Lynne Cunningham with Mike Burkett, Mayor of Severn Township; MSR Regional Managers Anne Haines and Lynne Cunningham with Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and MPP for Parry Sound-Muskoka; Presenting MPAC’s Annual Update at AMO.

     

MPAC Property Insights and Meeting the Evolving Needs of Our Partners – A Municipal Update


Join MPAC’s President and CAO, Nicole McNeill, Vice-President and COO, Carmelo Lipsi, and Vice-President, Public Affairs and Customer Experience, Jamie Bishop, for our annual municipal update and learn more about:

  • Our work to keep Ontario’s property database current.
  • How we continue to enhance the municipal and property owner experience.
  • MPAC’s Data Strategy and leveraging MPAC data for informed decision-making.
  • Recent operational highlights, property insights, and market trends.

There will be time provided for questions. 


Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. EDT

To view recordings of all past webinars, visit mpac.ca or our YouTube Channel.

     

Just a friendly reminder that we’ll be at the following September and October conferences:

  • September 11 – 13 Ontario East Municipal Conference (OEMC) in Ottawa. 
  • September 15 – 18 Ontario Municipal Tax and Revenue Association (OMTRA) Conference in Orillia.
  • September 17 – 20 Municipal Finance Officers’ Association (MFOA) Conference in Muskoka.
  • September 26 – 28 Association française des municipalités de l’Ontario (AFMO) Conference in Clarence-Rockland.
  • September 29 – October 2 Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA) Conference in London.
  • October 1 – 5 International Plowing Match in Lindsay.
  • October 16 – 18 Ontario Municipal Administrators Association (OMAA) Fall Workshop in Huntsville.
  • October 25 Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus in Chatham-Kent.

If you’re attending these conferences, stop by the MPAC booth! Our team is ready to showcase our latest products and services, answer your questions, and discuss ways to collaborate.

     

2024 Q2 New Assessment Forecast update now available


As part of our Service Level Agreement, MPAC provided municipalities with the 2024 Q2 New Assessment Forecast at the end of 

July. We are projecting nearly $41 billion, a slight increase from the Q1 forecast shared at the end of April. If you haven’t done so, head to MyProducts on Municipal Connect and view your customized report now. 

Time for a Municipal Connect refresh?


In the June/July issue of InTouch, we shared some exciting product updates in Municipal Connect, like the MFIPPA-compliant notification 

list and the new MPAC Data Report. To keep your team up to date with the latest enhancements and ensure they have the knowledge to leverage the platform successfully, schedule a virtual tutorial session. Your local Municipal and Stakeholder Relations Account Manager can customize each session to meet your needs. Reach out to learn more! 

   

We're better together!

MPAC is dedicated to building stronger partnerships with municipalities across Ontario, and your local Municipal and Stakeholder Relations team is here to support you. 

Want more information about who we are and how we can work with your municipality? Reach out to your local Municipal and Stakeholder Relations Account Manager to book an information session for your staff or municipal council. Need Municipal Connect training? We can help with that, too. 

 

Have you been working closely with our Municipal and Stakeholder Relations team on a unique initiative? Share your experience! Ask your Account Manager how your municipality can be featured in our next Partnerships in Action story.