GENERAL TAXATION INFORMATION
Tax Notices
Combined Assessment and Tax Notices are mailed mid-May each year.
2024 Assessment & Tax Notice Certification of Mailing
This is certification under Sections 310(4) & 336(1) of the Municipal Government Act that 2024 Combined Assessment and Tax Notices were mailed to all property owners in the Summer Village of Silver Sands on May 17, 2024.
Wendy Wildman, Chief Administrative Officer
Has Your Mailing Address Changed?
Please inform the Administration Office if your mailing address has changed to ensure you receive your mail from the Summer Village - administration@wildwillowenterprises.com. You should also notify Alberta Land Titles of the change 780-427-2742 / Alberta Land Titles Address Change Form.
Taxes can be paid on-line at the following financial institutions:
-ATB Financial
-BMO
-CIBC
-Credit Union
-Simplii Financial
-Scotia Bank
-Tangerine
-TD Canada Trust
Your account number is your tax roll number as shown on your tax notice - example: 1032
Payments can be Mailed
Box 8, Alberta Beach, AB T0E 0A0 - Please ensure cheques are made payable to the "Summer Village of Silver Sands". Envelopes must be postmarked on or before the tax due date.
Payments can be dropped off at the Municipal Office
2317 TWP Road 545, Lac Ste. Anne County, AB. Map Location
Payments can be made via E-transfer
E-transfer email: payments@wildwillowenterprises.com
No password is required. Please reference your tax roll number in the comments section.
Monthly Tax Payment Plan
Take advantage of the Tax Payment Plan. By making equal monthly installments, you will avoid penalties and the need for a large lump-sum payment. Contact the office for more information at 587-873-5765.
Provincial Property Tax Deferral Programs for Seniors
Please contact the Alberta Seniors Information Line at 1-877-644-9992 for more detailed information on how you may
qualify for these programs. Below are links to the provincial websites:
Alberta Seniors Assistance Programs
Alberta Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
Tax Certificates & Searches Information
Tax Certificates are $50.00 each and can be requested via email to:
administration@wildwillowenterprises.com
Please provide proof of payment in your email.
Please make payment payable to the Summer Village of Silver Sands.
There is no charge for a Tax Search. Tax Searches can be done by telephone - 587-873-5765 or email: administration@wildwillowenterprises.com
TAXATION & ASSESSMENT INFORMATION
2024 Combined Tax & Assessment Notices have been mailed effective May 17, 2024.
Has your mailing address changed? Please contact the Summer Village Office to ensure we have your updated mailing address.
2024 Budget Information
Council approved the 2024 Operating and Capital Budget and 2024 Tax Rates Bylaw on April 26, 2024.
Municipal Tax Dollars Collected - 5.6% increase from the previous year
Provincial School Foundation Tax - 13.3% increase from the previous year
Provincial Senior Foundation Tax - 4% increase from the previous year
Minimum Municipal Tax Payable - $1,109.00 per property (was $1,050.00 in 2023)
2024 Penalties on Unpaid Taxes and Tax Arrears Information
18% Penalty Applied January 1st to outstanding tax balance
2% Penalty applied July 1st (current year taxes)
4% Penalty applied August 1st (current year taxes)
6% Penalty applied September 1st (current year taxes)
6% Penalty applied October 1st (current year taxes)
Tax Payment Plan Information
The Summer Village has a monthly tax payment plan available to all residents.
Please contact the Summer Village office to inquire - email: administration@wildwillowenterprises.com
ASSESSMENT INFORMATION
Assessment Process
Property assessment is the process of estimating the market value of your property for municipal & education taxation purposes. Assessment is simply a distribution mechanism. The property taxes that you pay are calculated in proportion to the value of the real estate you own. A qualified assessor prepares annual assessments for all property within Silver Sands. The assessor is dedicated to providing a fair & accurate assessment for Silver Sands taxpayers. The assessor can be contacted at 780-417-5191 Tanmar Consulting.
Market Value
Market value is the valuation standard set by provincial legislation & is the basis for property valuation across Alberta. Market value is the probable price your property could sell for in a competitive & open market, as of a given date. Market value is recognized as the most understandable, transparent & objective measure of a property's worth. The market value as shown on your Assessment & Taxation notice is based on a legislated valuation date of July 1st of the prior year & reflects the physical condition of your property as of Dec 31st of the prior year.
How are Market Value Assessments Prepared
Market value assessments are prepared using mass appraisal. This is the process of valuing a group of properties at a given date, using standard methods and allowing for statistical testing. For residential property, assessors compile, review & analyze information from all legitimate real estate sale transactions that have occurred in Silver Sands over the 12-month period prior to the valuation date. This process results in the estimated value of your property as of July 1st of the prior year.
Assessment Complaint Procedure
Assessment complaint deadline for 2024 - Wednesday, July 24, 2024
2023 Assessment Roll (for 2024 Tax Year)
Summer Village Assessment Complaint Information
Municipal Affairs Property Assessment Complaint Forms
Assessment Complaint Form in PDF
TAXATION & ASSESSMENT
Summer Village of Silver Sands
Mailing Address
Box 8, Alberta Beach, Alberta T0E 0A0
New Office/Courier Location
2317 Township Road 545, Lac Ste. Anne County, AB T0E 1V0
Holiday Office Hours - the office will be closed from Monday, December 23rd, 2024 to Wednesday, January 1st, 2025. If you urgently need to contact Administration, please call use the contact information below.
Contact Information