BOMA Industry Series: Inside Property Tax Assessments

Description

BOMA Edmonton & North invites you to an in-depth industry session on commercial and multi-family property taxation in Edmonton.

Join Ryan ULC’s Property Tax group, including Brock Ryan (Principal) and senior directors, for a practical and timely discussion designed for owners, asset managers, and developers navigating today’s evolving tax landscape.

This session will provide a clear, structured overview of how property assessment and taxation works in Edmonton, grounded in Part 9 of the Municipal Government Act and its supporting regulations. Attendees will gain valuable insight into how assessments are determined, how to respond effectively, and what to expect moving forward.

What You’ll Learn

• The Annual Assessment & Appeal Cycle
  Understand key timelines, complaint processes, and how to position your property for success within Edmonton’s assessment framework.
• Valuation Approaches by Asset Class
  A breakdown of how different property types are assessed, including:
  • Income approach (office & retail)
  • Direct comparison and regression analysis (industrial)
  • Gross Income Multiplier methodology (multi-family)
• Assessment Request for Information (RFI) Process
  Learn how and when RFIs are issued, what assessors are looking for, and how to respond strategically.
• Tax Rate Outlook & Budget Insights
  Gain perspective on upcoming municipal and provincial (education) tax pressures and what they mean for:
  • Non-residential properties
  • Multi-family (“other residential”) assets

Who Should Attend

• Commercial property owners
• Multi-family owners and developers
• Asset and property managers
• Real estate and finance professionals

Whether you are actively managing assets or planning future investments, this session will equip you with the knowledge needed to better understand and manage property tax exposure in Edmonton.

Why Attend

Property tax is one of the largest operating expenses for commercial and multi-family real estate. A strong understanding of assessment methodology and process can materially impact your bottom line.

This session is designed to provide practical, real-world insight from professionals actively working within Edmonton’s assessment and appeal environment.

A hot breakfast willl be included with the event. Hope to you see there!

*For more information about event cancellations, refunds and credits, please see our policy here.

*Disclaimer: By registering for this event, you acknowledge that the information you provide is accurate and absolve BOMA Edmonton and North of any liability for inaccuracies. Your registration also implies consent to be contacted by BOMA Edmonton. Furthermore, the ideas and views expressed by any speakers are their own and are not endorsed by BOMA Edmonton and North.