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99% of property owners accept their 2024 assessments
April 9, 2024
VICTORIA – Only one per cent of B.C. property owners appealed their 2024 property assessments.
BC Assessment named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024
February 13, 2024
VICTORIA – BC Assessment is excited to announce that we have been named one of BC’s Top Employers for an eleventh time by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
Lower Mainland 2024 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2024
VANCOUVER — In the next few days, owners of more than a million properties throughout the Lower Mainland can expect to receive their 2024 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2023.
Vancouver Island 2024 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2024
VICTORIA — In the next few days, owners of nearly 400,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2024 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2023.
Southern Interior 2024 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2024
KELOWNA — In the next few days, owners of nearly 500,000 properties throughout the Southern Interior can expect to receive their 2024 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2023.
North Central BC 2024 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2024
PRINCE GEORGE — In the next few days, owners of almost 250,000 properties throughout North Central BC can expect to receive their 2024 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2023.
2023 Wildfires Could Impact 2024 Property Assessments
October 16, 2023
VICTORIA — British Columbians whose properties were impacted by the 2023 wildfires are asked to connect with BC Assessment for assistance in determining their property’s accurate status.
BC Assessment Launches New Accessibility Feedback Tool
August 30, 2023
BC Assessment has launched an Accessibility Survey and invites public input to address accessibility barriers and to help formulate BC Assessment's accessibility plan.
Over 98% of property owners agree with their 2023 assessments
April 14, 2023
VICTORIA –Less than two per cent of B.C. property owners appealed their 2023 property assessments.
Lower Mainland 2023 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 3, 2023
VANCOUVER —In the next few days, owners of more than 1,089,000 properties throughout the Lower Mainland can expect to receive their 2023 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2022.
Vancouver Island 2023 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 3, 2023
VICTORIA — In the next few days, owners of about 384,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2023 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2022.
Thompson Okanagan 2023 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 3, 2023
KELOWNA — In the next few days, owners of nearly 289,000 properties throughout the Thompson Okanagan can expect to receive their 2023 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2022.
Northern BC 2023 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 3, 2023
PRINCE GEORGE — In the next few days, owners of almost 250,000 properties throughout Northern BC can expect to receive their 2023 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2022.
Kootenay Columbia 2023 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 3, 2023
CRANBROOK — In the next few days, owners of about 150,000 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2023 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2022.
Kootenay Columbia 2022 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2022
CRANBROOK — In the next few days, owners of about 150,000 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2021.
Kootenay Columbia 2021 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2021
In the next few days, owners of about 150,000 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2021 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2020
2023 Property Assessments Will Reflect July 1st Values
December 5, 2022
VICTORIA – Based on trends in the real estate market as of July 1, 2022, most homes are expected to be up in value with the soon-to-be released 2023 property assessments.
Lower Mainland 2022 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2022
VANCOUVER — In the next few days, owners of more than 1,076,600 properties throughout the Lower Mainland can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2021.
Property Owners Agree With Their 2022 Assessments
May 10, 2022
Less than two per cent of B.C. property owners appealed their 2022 property assessments.
BC Assessment named one of BC’s Top Employers
February 8, 2022
For a ninth time, the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers has awarded BC Assessment the title of one of BC’s Top Employers.
Vancouver Island 2022 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2022
VICTORIA — In the next few days, owners of about 382,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2021.
Northern BC 2022 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2022
PRINCE GEORGE — In the next few days, owners of almost 250,000 properties throughout Northern BC can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2021.
Thompson Okanagan 2022 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2022
KELOWNA — In the next few days, owners of more than 286,000 properties throughout the Thompson Okanagan can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2021.
BC Assessment Courtenay Office Closure Notification
October 27, 2021
The BC Assessment office location at Courtenay has been closed and consolidated with the BC Assessment office in the City of Nanaimo.
2021 Wildfires Could Impact 2022 Property Assessments
October 12, 2021
British Columbians whose properties were impacted by the 2021 wildfires are asked to connect with BC Assessment for assistance in determining their property's accurate status.
99% of property owners agree with their 2021 assessments
April 19, 2021
Consistent with past years, only about one per cent of B.C. property owners appealed their 2021 property assessments.
BC Assessment Honoured For Eighth Time
February 22, 2021
BC Assessment has been honoured with the distinction of one of B.C.’s Top Employers for an eighth year.
Lower Mainland 2021 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2021
In the next few days, owners of more than 1,056,000 properties throughout the Lower Mainland can expect to receive their 2021 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2020
Vancouver Island 2021 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2021
In the next few days, owners of about 378,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2021 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2020
Northern BC 2021 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2021
In the next few days, owners of almost 250,000 properties throughout Northern BC can expect to receive their 2021 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2020
Thompson Okanagan 2021 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 4, 2021
In the next few days, owners of more than 283,500 properties throughout the Thompson Okanagan can expect to receive their 2021 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2020
COVID-19 Impact on Property Values
April 27, 2020
At BC Assessment, we have received questions from property owners regarding any COVID-19 impacts on the real estate market, property assessments and property taxes.
BC Assessment Honoured Once Again as Top Employer
February 19, 2020
BC Assessment is honoured to have been named as one of B.C.’s Top Employers for a seventh year.
Thompson Okanagan 2020 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2020
In the next few days, owners of more than 280,800 properties throughout the Thompson Okanagan can expect to receive their 2020 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2019.
Lower Mainland 2020 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2020
In the next few days, owners of more than 1,040,000 properties throughout the Lower Mainland can expect to receive their 2020 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2019.
Vancouver Island 2020 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2020
In the next few days, owners of more than 374,600 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2020 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2019.
Northern BC 2020 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2020
In the next few days, owners of almost 248,000 properties throughout Northern BC can expect to receive their 2020 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2019.
Kootenay Columbia 2020 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2020
In the next few days, owners of more than 147,500 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2020 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2019.
2020 Property Assessments will Reflect BC's Moderating Real Estate Markets
December 9, 2019
VICTORIA – Many soon-to-be released property assessments will show a moderating market.
How October 31 impacts your property values
October 31, 2019
October 31 is well-known for costumes and candy. Aside from Halloween, October 31 is a critical date that has a real impact on your home’s value.
BC Assessment Updating Property Photos in the City of Delta
October 29, 2019
BC Assessment will be conducting street front property photos of residential properties throughout the City of Delta.
Public Website Maintenance Notification
October 24, 2019
Please note that BC Assessment’s website bcassessment.ca will be offline for a brief period on Sunday, October 27 while we perform updates to the website in order to implement a mobile-friendly version of the website.
BC Assessment Updating Property Photos in the City of Victoria
October 8, 2019
BC Assessment will be conducting street front property photos of residential properties throughout the City of Victoria.
BC Assessment Pre-Roll Consultation for 2020 Assessment Roll
August 21, 2019
Pre-roll consultation is an opportunity for property owners or their agents to exchange information and dialogue with BC Assessment prior to the release of the Assessment Roll in January.
Nearly 99.5% of Home Owners agree with their 2019 Assessments
April 5, 2019
Consistent with past years, less than two per cent of B.C. property owners appealed their 2019 property assessments.
BC Assessment Honoured for Sixth Year as Top Employer
February 21, 2019
For a sixth year, the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers have honoured BC Assessment with the title of one of B.C.’s Top Employers.
BC Assessment Ensuring Fairness & Accuracy for Property Owners
April 18, 2016
BC Assessment is ensuring optimum property assessment accuracy for British Columbia's nearly two million properties with a combined value of over $1.3 trillion.
BC Assessment Updating Property Photos in West Vancouver and Squamish
February 5, 2019
BC Assessment will be conducting street front property photos of residential properties throughout the District of West Vancouver and the District of Squamish.
Thompson 2019 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2019
KAMLOOPS — In the next few days, owners of more than 72,000 properties throughout the Thompson area can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018.
Northern BC 2019 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2019
PRINCE GEORGE — In the next few days, owners of more than 247,500 properties throughout Northern BC can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018.
Greater Vancouver 2019 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2019
VANCOUVER — In the next few days, owners of more than 529,700 properties throughout the Greater Vancouver region can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018.
Fraser Valley 2019 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 2, 2019
SURREY — In the next few days, owners of more than 494,000 properties throughout the Fraser Valley region can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018
Okanagan 2019 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2019
KELOWNA — In the next few days, owners of more than 208,000 properties throughout the Okanagan can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018.
Vancouver Island 2019 Property Assessments in the Mail
January 2, 2019
VICTORIA — In the next few days, owners of more than 371,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2019 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2018.
2019 Property Assessments Preview
December 6, 2018
Find out what to expect from your property assessment notice this January.
BC Assessment Welcomes New Board Chair
December 5, 2018
BC Assessment announces the appointment of Sylvia Bishop as the new Chair of the BC Assessment Board of Directors.
BC Assessment Updating Property Photos in White Rock
December 4, 2018
BC Assessment will be conducting street front property photos of residential and commercial properties throughout the City of White Rock.
BC Assessment’s Corporate Culture Recognized by National Program
November 22, 2018
BC Assessment is honoured to have been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures for 2018 by Waterstone Human Capital.
Take Note of July 1st
June 27, 2018
July 1st is Canada Day, a time to celebrate, relax and enjoy the start of summer. And, if you own property in British Columbia, it is a good time to check out what’s happening to home prices in your neighbourhood.
Enhanced Property Search Options
June 7, 2018
Our website has been enhanced with new features and the ability to register for a personalized BC Assessment Account for access to additional property assessment search capabilities.
Burnaby Office consolidated with Vancouver location
June 1, 2018
Effective June 1, 2018, the BC Assessment office location in Burnaby has been closed and consolidated with the nearby BC Assessment office within the City of Vancouver
2018 Property Assessment Appeal Rates
February 27, 2018
Consistent with past years, less than two per cent of British Columbia property owners have appealed their 2018 property assessments. Overall, appeal rates are down approximately eight per cent as compared to 2017.
2018 Top Employer
February 22, 2018
VICTORIA – For a fifth year, the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers have honoured BC Assessment with the title of one of B.C.’s Top Employers.
Reaching Out to Local Property Owners Impacted by Wildfires
December 3, 2017
BC Assessment wants to remind any property owners impacted by the summer wildfires to be aware of possible changes to 2018 property assessments, depending upon the geographic location.
OKANAGAN 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
KELOWNA —In the next few days, owners of more than 227,000 properties throughout the Okanagan region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
Fraser Valley 2018 property assessment notices in the mail
January 2, 2018
In the next few days, owners of more than 485,000 properties throughout the Fraser Valley region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
NORTHERN BC 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
PRINCE GEORGE — In the next few days, owners of more than 247,000 properties throughout the Northern BC region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
VANCOUVER ISLAND 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
VICTORIA —In the next few days, owners of more than 369,000 properties throughout Vancouver Island can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
GREATER VANCOUVER 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
VANCOUVER — In the next few days, owners of more than 522,000 properties throughout the Greater Vancouver region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
THOMPSON 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
KAMLOOPS —In the next few days, owners of more than 74,000 properties throughout the Thompson region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
KOOTENAY COLUMBIA 2018 PROPERTY ASSESSMENT NOTICES IN THE MAIL
January 2, 2018
NELSON —In the next few days, owners of more than 143,000 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2018 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2017.
BC Assessment to Announce 2018 Property Assessments
December 29, 2017
BC Assessment will issue regional news releases on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 with highlights of 2018 property assessment changes in local communities.
2018 Property Assessments Preview
December 6, 2017
2018 property assessment values will reflect what was happening around BC Assessment's uniform valuation date of July 1, 2017.
BC Assessment Named One of British Columbia’s Top Employers
February 9, 2016
For the third time, BC Assessment has been ranked one of the top employers in B.C. by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
BC Assessment Welcomes New President and Chief Executive Officer
September 8, 2017
BC Assessment is pleased to announce that after a fulsome recruitment process, the Board of Directors has selected Jason Grant as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
Innovation Driving Through Fort St. John
June 26, 2017
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked vehicle are currently on the residential streets of Fort St. John for the second phase of BC Assessment’s innovative photo update initiative for property assessment purposes.
Greater Vancouver 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 513,000 properties throughout the Greater Vancouver region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
Vancouver Island 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 360,000 properties throughout the Vancouver Island region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
Okanagan 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 212,000 properties throughout the Okanagan region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
Thompson Okanagan 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 71,500 properties throughout the Thompson area can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016
Kootenay Columbia Region 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 143,000 properties throughout the Kootenay Columbia region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
Northern BC Region 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 246,000 properties throughout the Northern BC region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
Fraser Valley Region 2017 Property Assessment Notices in the Mail
January 3, 2017
In the next few days, owners of more than 476,000 properties throughout the Fraser Valley region can expect to receive their 2017 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2016.
2017 Final Property Assessment Appeal Rates
April 4, 2017
The 2017 Property Assessment Review Panel has concluded, and less than two per cent of B.C. property owners have appealed their 2017 property assessment.
2017 Top Employer
March 9, 2017
BC Assessment is honoured to have been recognized for a fourth time as one of the top employers in B.C. by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
2017 Property Assessment Appeal Rates Remain Low
February 17, 2017
Consistent with past years, less than two per cent of British Columbia property owners have appealed their 2017 property assessments.
Vancouver Island 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Preview of Greater Victoria 2017 Property Assessments
December 6, 2016
The preliminary market analysis for 2017 property assessments, valued as of July 1, 2016, indicates significant increases over last year’s assessment values.
Preview of Central Okanagan 2017 Property Assessments
December 6, 2016
The preliminary market analysis for 2017 property assessments, valued as of July 1, 2016, indicates significant increases over last year’s assessment values.
Preview of Greater Vancouver 2017 Property Assessments
December 6, 2016
The preliminary market analysis for 2017 property assessments, valued as of July 1, 2016, indicates significant increases over last year’s assessment values.
Innovation Driving Through Prince Rupert
November 24, 2016
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked vehicle are currently on the residential streets of Prince Rupert as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Innovation Driving Through Peace River Region
November 8, 2016
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van are currently on the residential streets of Dawson Creek and Fort St. John as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
More value with e-valueBC upgrades
November 3, 2016
Your experience with e-valueBC is about to get an upgrade, thanks to significant changes recently made to the system
Close to 99% of property owners opt not to appeal 2016 assessments
March 30, 2016
Consistent with past years, only about one per cent of British Columbian property owners have appealed their 2016 property assessments.
Innovation Driving through Vancouver
January 15, 2016
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van are currently on the residential streets of the City of Vancouver and the University Endowment Lands as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Northern BC 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Kootenay-Columbia 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Thompson 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Okanagan 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Fraser Valley 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Greater Vancouver 2016 Assessment Information News Release
January 4, 2016
In the next few days, property owners can expect to receive their 2016 assessment notices which reflect market value as of July 1, 2015.
Greater Vancouver Residential Property Value
October 15, 2015
Increases of 15 - 25 per cent will be typical for single-family homes in Vancouver.
BC Assessment Announces Interim CEO
December 23, 2015
BC Assessment today announced David Highfield as its interim President and Chief Executive Officer as of January 1, 2016.
BC Assessment to announce 2016 Property Assessment Details
December 30, 2015
Regional news releases will be issued on Monday, January 4, 2016 with highlights of 2016 property assessment changes in local communities
Innovation Driving Through Grand Forks
June 25, 2015
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van will soon be on the residential streets of Grand Forks as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Innovation Driving Through Osoyoos
June 25, 2015
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van will soon be on the residential streets of Osoyoos as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Innovation Driving Through Oliver
June 26, 2015
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van will soon be on the residential streets of Oliver as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Innovation Driving Through Castlegar
July 7, 2015
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van will soon be on the residential streets of Castlegar as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes.
Innovation Driving Through Rossland-Trail
July 28, 2015
Digital cameras mounted inside a clearly-marked van will soon be on the residential streets of Rossland and Trail as BC Assessment continues to use innovation to update photos used for property assessment purposes
Property Update Notification
October 28, 2015
BC Assessment will be using aerial and street front imagery that we obtained in 2015 as part of our property review process and will be reflected on property owners’ 2017 Assessment Notices.
Significant 2016 value increases
December 8, 2015
Property values continue to climb across the Greater Vancouver region for the 2016 assessments.
July 1 Property Valuation Date in B.C.
July 2, 2015
In addition to the significance of Canada Day, July 1 also marks an important date for property assessments, according to BC Assessment, a leading source of property information in British Columbia.

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