2018 Ford Focus RS: A New Limited-Edition Performance Game Changer!

3 January 2018

FORD Performance fans talking to each other and posting comments online about the Ford Focus RS hot hatch performance car have led to a special 1,500 unit limited-edition celebrating the end of run of this generation hot hatch.

Passion from the enthusiast community led Ford to introduce an exclusive new version of its critically acclaimed Focus RS for North America. Ford was listening. The new 2018 Focus RS limited-edition hot hatch adds a few commonly requested features that unique interior and exterior styling, and a new mechanical limited-slip differential.

Available in new Race Red or signature Nitrous Blue body colour – both featuring striking new gloss black roof and mirror caps. The rear roof spoiler also features gloss black finish, with blue RS logos on the side wings. Now standard are 19-inch premium painted forged alloy wheels with blue RS center caps.

From the cockpit, the door handles, handbrake lever and turbo boost gauge surround are wrapped in carbon fiber skin, while equipment from the RS2 Package still standard in Canada, offers black leather-trimmed RECARO® seats with Miko-Dinamica eco-friendly suede microfiber inserts and RS logo, heated front seats with eight-way power driver’s seat, heated steering wheel, heated exterior mirrors and voice-activated navigation system.

To really excite driving enthusiasts, the global Ford Performance team developed a standard mechanical Quaife® limited-slip differential for the front axle that further improves Focus RS performance. This limited-edition Focus RS will more easily carry speed through a corner on the track, and allow for maximum acceleration on the way out.

By controlling the torque delivered to each front wheel, the Quaife limited-slip differential enables 2018 Focus RS drivers to fully tap the 2.3-litre EcoBoost® engine’s 350 horsepower. The limited-slip differential limits engine torque delivered to a particular front wheel that has reduced traction on the road surface, redistributing torque to the wheel with more traction to reduce differences in wheel spin that can hamper acceleration and stability.

Only one thousand limited-edition 2018 Focus RS performance cars will be available in the United States and 500 in Canada, marking the last opportunity to order the current generation Focus RS in North America. The limited-edition Focus RS joins Ford’s iconic Ford Performance vehicle range in North America, alongside the recently launched Ford GT supercar, F-150 Raptor, and much-loved Shelby GT350 Mustang, Focus ST and Fiesta ST.

New state-of-the-art designing facility for Kwantlen Polytechnic University

3 January 2018

DESIGN students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) will soon be in a new high-tech facility that will drive their budding design, creative and business goals to the next level, announced Melanie Mark, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Training on Wednesday.

Mark was joined by students, KPU faculty and staff and project donors Chip and Shannon Wilson to open the newest addition to KPU’s campus in Richmond.

The new Wilson School of Design will add 140 full-time seats for a total of 681 spaces for design students. New facilities will include innovative teaching studios and labs, a testing centre, gallery space and expanded study and design spaces for students. It will also house advanced technology, such as laser cutters, 3D printers and ultrasonic welders.

“Design careers are vital for a 21st-century diversified economy,” said Mark. “Cultivating design talent here in British Columbia will support the apparel sector, which is poised for strong growth. The programs in the new building will create exciting choices for students, as well as support for local design industries.”

The $36-million building will provide a space for a range of existing design programs at KPU, such as the bachelor of design in fashion and technology, bachelor of interior design and continuing and professional education. It will also house KPU’s product design and technical apparel design programs, which educate students in the development of performance, technical, medical and protective apparel and gear.

“B.C.’s environment creates a demand for technical apparel that is unparalleled in the world,” said Chip Wilson. “The province is home to world-class technical apparel companies, and we now have a state-of-the-art facility and training programs to supply the technical demand.”

British Columbia’s apparel industry generates $3.8 billion in sales revenue, with more than 400 businesses employing over 7,600 people in the province. It is the fourth-largest component of B.C.’s manufacturing sector.

“Our vision is for B.C. to continue as a globally recognized leader in athletic performance apparel,” said Shannon Wilson. “Chip and I share a passion for nurturing creative talent, and we are thrilled to partner with KPU to help develop the next generation of designers and innovators.”

The $36-million Wilson School of Design building was funded through a $12-million contribution from the B.C. government, $12 million from KPU and $12 million in donations that include $8 million from Chip and Shannon Wilson.

“The KPU community is very appreciative of the support we have received from the Wilsons and the Province and their recognition of our history of excellence in design education,” said Alan Davis, KPU president and vice-chancellor. “The new school of design building gives us the opportunity to expand our programming, research and innovation activities, so our students can continue to innovate and drive a burgeoning B.C. economy.”

“I am excited about the future because of this great opportunity to work in this new space,” said Leah Katz, a first-year product design student in the Wilson School of Design. “I am so glad I chose this school to pursue my design path, and am grateful to the many donors and supporters involved in making this new campus a reality.”

Government is directly investing more than $1 billion in planned capital expenses in the post-secondary sector over the next three years.

Man dead after a fight in Burnaby

3 January 2018

ONE male is dead following a fight in Burnaby.

On January 2, just before 9 p.m., Burnaby RCMP were called to the 6500-block of Telford Avenue after a report of a fight in progress. Police found a man in medical distress. Despite all attempts to revive him, he succumbed to his injuries.

Police said that though it is early in the investigation, it does not appear to be a random act.

The area surrounding the scene will be cordoned off for a significant amount of time. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has been called in and will be working in partnership with the Burnaby RCMP.

Police said they are currently in the evidence gathering phase and no further information will be provided at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation can call the IHIT Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact CrimeStoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Homeowner grant threshold set at $1.65 million for 2018

3 January 2018

THE Province is raising the 2018 homeowner grant threshold to $1.65 million, ensuring the same percentage of British Columbia homes are below the threshold as in 2017.

Eligible homeowners must apply for the homeowner grant each year. To be eligible for a grant, the home must be used as the owner’s principal residence. The homeowner grant is automatically calculated on a homeowner’s property tax notice.

The homeowner grant amounts are:

$570 for the basic homeowner grant.
$770 if the home is located in a northern or rural area.
Up to $845 for homeowners who are 65 years or older, or the homeowner is a person with a disability.
Up to $1,045 for homeowners who are 65 years or older, or the homeowner is a person with a disability if the home is in a northern or rural area.

Some low-income owners, such as seniors or people with disabilities, can apply to supplement their homeowner grant if it has been reduced or eliminated because of the high assessed value of their principal residence. Homeowners may also be eligible for property tax deferment if they are 55 years or older, or are financially supporting a dependent child.

Quick Facts:

Homeowner grants will return an estimated $825 million to British Columbians this year.
The Province reimburses municipalities for the full cost of the homeowner grant to make sure municipal revenues are not affected.
In the majority of B.C. communities, almost every home is valued below the threshold.

Learn More:

To apply for a homeowner grant, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/annual-property-tax/reduce/home-owner-grant

To apply for a low-income grant supplement, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/annual-property-tax/reduce/home-owner-grant/senior/low-income

To find out whether you qualify for property tax deferment, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/annual-property-tax/defer-taxes

Satnam Lehal, 75, of Vancouver found safe and sound (update)

2 January 2018

Thunder from Jalandhar is crowned Heavy Weight Champion of All Star Wrestling

2 January 2018

HEADLINES THUNDER 1 — The Thunder from Jalandhar All photos submitted

The Thunder from Jalandhar
All photos submitted

SURREY resident Parmvir Singh Atwal stole the thunder at the All Star Wrestling event last Friday (December 29) at Cloverdale as he defeated the all-American Azeem the Dream much to the delight of the spectators.

Parmvir – better known as the Thunder from Jalandhar – is now the Heavy Weight Champion of ASW.

Parmvir, 37, was born in Edmonton, Alberta. His family is originally from Jalandhar in Punjab, India.

Parmvir, who runs his own electrical company, told The VOICE: “I signed up for wrestling just to do something different with my life … you know, the childhood dream to be a wrestler one day.”

So he called up ASW’s Mark Vellios and Nathan Burke.

“They brought me in and the first day I was there, they asked me if I would mind being a Punjabi character. I said ‘no problem.’ So I got all trained up in six months,” he said.

He signed up in January 2015.

“I did a different [Punjabi] character [at first] … but then the Thunder from Jalandhar was born September 22, 2016,” he added.

He debuted in Abbotsford. “It took off the first day and the crowds loved it with Punjabi music and Bhangra dancing as an entrance,” said Parmvir.

Vellios told The VOICE that the ASW runs two shows a month at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. They also have shows now and then in Abbotsford, the Sunshine Coast, Squamish, Chilliwack, Vancouver and Richmond.

He said the ASW has family-friendly sports entertainment with less violence and more theatrical-type wrestling.

B.C.’s Top 500 Valued Residential Properties

2 January 2018

Top 500 Valued Residential Properties-Province

THE TOP 10:

(For the rest click on the link above)

Value Rank / Property Address / Total Taxable Value ($) / Jurisdiction Neighbourhood / Property Type

1. 3085 Point Grey Rd, Vancouver / 78,837,000 / City of Vancouver / Kitsilano / Single Family Residence

[This is the home of former Lululemon CEO Chip Wilson]
2. 4707 Belmont Ave, Vancouver / 71,820,000 / City of Vancouver / Point Grey / Single Family Residence

[Pisonii (PTC) Ltd. owns this property]
3. James Island, James Island / 54,433,000 / Gulf Islands / Rural Inner Islands / Acreage

[Craig McCaw of Seattle owns the island]

4. 4719 Belmont Ave, Vancouver / 46,684,000 / City of Vancouver / Point Grey Single / Family Residence

5. 2815 Point Grey Rd, Vancouver / 45,875,000 / City of Vancouver / Kitsilano / Single Family Residence
6. 4743 Belmont Ave, Vancouver / 42,952,000 / City of Vancouver / Point Grey / Single Family Residence
7. 1388 The Crescent, Vancouver / 42,494,000 / City of Vancouver / Shaughnessy / Acreage
8. 4857 Belmont Ave, Vancouver / 41,730,000 / City of Vancouver / Point Grey / Acreage
9. 4773 Belmont Ave, Vancouver / 40,276,000 / City of Vancouver / Point Grey / Single Family Residence
10. 2999 Point Grey Rd, Vancouver / 38,684,000 / City of Vancouver / Kitsilano / Single Family Residence

Top 100 Valued Residential Properties in Fraser Valley Region

2 January 2018

Top 100 Valued Residential Properties-FV Region

The Top 10 Valued Residential Properties in Fraser Valley Region

(For the rest, click on the link above)

Value Rank / Property Address / Total Total Taxable Value ($) / Jurisdiction / Neighbourhood / Property Type

1. 17146 20 Ave, Surrey / 30,026,000 / City of Surrey / S.E. Uplands To Hwy99/Morgan / Acreage
2. 19683 0 Ave, Langley / 17,218,000 / Township of Langley / South-West Langley / Acreage
3. 2021 Indian Fort Dr, Surrey / 13,777,000 / City of Surrey / Ocean Park/W. Sunnyside / Single Family Residence
4. 13616 Marine Dr, White Rock / 12,760,000 / City of White Rock / West Side / Acreage
5. 12911 No. 3 Rd, Richmond / 12,392,000 / City of Richmond / Gilmore (Rural) / Acreage
6. 7661 197 St, Langley / 12,146,000 / Township of Langley / 200 St Interchange W F/W / Acreage
7. 16688 18 Ave, Surrey / 11,496,000 / City of Surrey / S.E. Uplands To Hwy99/ Morgan / Acreage
8. 14971 Prospect Ave, White Rock / 11,442,000 / City of White Rock / South Slope / Single Family Residence
9 2165 123 St, Surrey / 11,102,000 / City of Surrey / Ocean Park/W. Sunnyside / Acreage
10. 1788 168 St, Surrey / 10,308,000 / City of Surrey / S.E. Uplands To Hwy99/ Morgan / Acreage

Greater Vancouver property assessment: Modest change for majority of residential home owners

2 January 2018

“THE majority of residential home owners within the region can expect a modest change compared to last year’s assessment,” said Acting Assessor Paul Borgo. “The single family home market is very stable while the residential strata market is quite robust this year.”

The table below indicates the Greater Vancouver region’s estimated typical range of percentage changes to 2018 assessment values by property type compared to 2017 (note that property assessments may vary by individual jurisdiction/municipality within the region).

Property Type	URBAN Areas of Greater Vancouver 2018 Assessments Range of % Changes in Value (as of July 1, 2017)	RURAL Areas of Greater Vancouver 2018 Assessments Range of % Changes in Value (as of July 1, 2017)
Residential Single Detached Homes	-5% to +15%	-5% to +25%
Residential Strata Units (e.g. condominiums)	+5% to +35%	+5% to +25%
Commercial	+5% to +50%	-5% to +20%
Light Industrial	0% to +45%	0% to +10%

Overall, the Greater Vancouver region’s total assessments increased from $825.2 billion in 2017 to $907.1 billion this year. A total of almost $13.2 billion of the region’s updated assessments is from new construction, subdivisions and rezoning of properties. The BC Assessment Greater Vancouver region includes Vancouver, University Endowment Lands, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Belcarra, Anmore, New Westminster, North Vancouver (City & District), West Vancouver, Bowen Island, Lions Bay, Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Gibsons, Sechelt and Sechelt Indian Government District.

The summary below provides estimates of typical 2017 versus 2018 assessed values of residential homes throughout the region. These examples are actual individual assessment examples and are not averages. These examples demonstrate market trends for both single-family and strata residential properties by geographic area:

Community (Note that for the Greater Vancouver region, information is provided by neighbourhood and the year that the example home was built.)	2017 Assessments (valuation date of July 1, 2016)	2018 Assessments (valuation date of July 1, 2017)	Percentage Change in Value (2018 vs 2017)
City of Vancouver
West Side Single-Family-33′ Lot, 1928	$2,381,400	$2,421,600	+2%
East Side Single-Family-33′ Lot, 1946	$1,338,900	$1,350,900	+1%
West Side Strata Low-rise, 2002	$827,000	$906,000	+10%
East Side Strata High-rise, 2003	$486,000	$557,000	+15%
City of North Vancouver
Boulevard Single-Family, 1908	$1,591,100	$1,620,100	+2%
Hamilton Single-Family, 1950s	$1,939,000	$2,033,000	+5%
Lower Lonsdale Strata Townhouse, 1995	$914,000	$994,000	+9%
Central Lonsdale Strata High-rise, 2001	$400,000	$484,000	+21%
District of North Vancouver
Blueridge Single-Family, 1961	$1,474,000	$1,534,000	+4%
Lynn Valley Single-Family, 1971	$1,640,000	$1,732,000	+6%
Upper Lonsdale Strata Low-rise, 1990	$563,000	$662,000	+18%
Lynn Valley Strata Townhouse, 1979	$868,000	$936,000	+8%
District of West Vancouver
Ambleside Single-Family, 1948	$3,325,300	$3,547,300	+7%
Waterfront Single-Family, 1967	$5,799,000	$5,522,000	-5%
Altamont Strata Townhouse, 2001	$1,563,000	$1,847,000	+18%
Dundarave Strata Low-rise, 1995	$1,190,000	$1,363,000	+15%
District of Squamish
Garibaldi Highlands Single-Family, 1964	$892,000	$962,000	+8%
Downtown Single-Family, 1950	$636,000	$720,000	+13%
Garibaldi Estates Strata Townhouse, 2002	$496,000	$596,000	+20%
Garibaldi Estates Strata Low-rise, 1992	$271,300	$321,500	+18%
Resort Municipality of Whistler
Creekside Single-Family, 1979	$1,587,000	$1,711,000	+8%
Alpine Meadow Single-Family, 1984	$1,388,000	$1,701,000	+23%
Village Strata Townhouse, 1997	$673,000	$877,000	+30%
Blackcomb Benchlands Strata Townhouse, 1995	$896,000	$1,114,000	+24%
City of Burnaby
Capitol Hill Single-Family, 1946	$1,336,800	$1,400,300	+5%
Buckingham Single-Family, 1971	$2,726,000	$2,726,000	0%
Metrotown Strata High-rise, 1999	$608,000	$728,000	+20%
Edmonds Strata Townhouse, 2007	$459,000	$532,000	+16%
City of Coquitlam
Central Coquitlam Single-Family, 1980’s	$1,325,000	$1,504,000	+13%
Westwood Plateau Single-Family, 1992	$1,401,000	$1,400,000	0%
Town Centre Strata High-rise, 2009	$478,000	$546,000	+14%
Maillardville Strata Townhouse, 1989	$477,900	$581,200	+22%
City of Port Coquitlam
Citadel Heights Single-Family, 1990’s	$1,058,000	$1,164,000	+10%
Lincoln Park Single-Family, 1970’s	$848,000	$876,000	+3%
Downtown, Strata Low-rise, 1995	$291,000	$373,000	+28%
Citadel Strata Townhouse, 1994	$698,000	$850,000	+22%
City of Port Moody
Heritage Woods Single-Family, 1997	$1,842,000	$1,862,000	+1%
North Shore Single-Family, 1970s	$1,380,000	$1,426,000	+3%
Newport Strata High-rise, 2005	$493,000	$552,000	+12%
Newport Strata Low-rise, 1996	$524,000	$604,000	+15%
City of New Westminster
Queen’s Park Single-Family, 1910s	$1,609,000	$1,610,000	0%
Sapperton Single Family, 1960s	$1,132,000	$1,355,000	+20%
Sapperton Strata High-rise ,1992	$533,000	$654,000	+23%
Downtown Strata Townhouse, 1993	$587,000	$690,000	+17%

BC Assessment’s website at bcassessment.ca includes more details about 2018 assessments, property information and trends such as lists of 2018’s top valued residential properties across the province. The website also provides self-service access to a free, online property assessment search service that allows anyone to search, check and compare 2018 property assessments for anywhere in the province.

“Property owners can find a lot of information on our website including answers to many assessment-related questions, but those who feel that their property assessment does not reflect market value as of July 1, 2017 or see incorrect information on their notice, should contact BC Assessment as indicated on their notice as soon as possible in January,” said Borgo.

“If a property owner is still concerned about their assessment after speaking to one of our appraisers, they may submit a Notice of Complaint (Appeal) by January 31st, for an independent review by a Property Assessment Review Panel,” added Borgo.

The Property Assessment Review Panels, independent of BC Assessment, are appointed annually by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and typically meet between February 1 and March 15 to hear formal complaints.

The Greater Vancouver BC Assessment office is located at:

#200-2925 Virtual Way
Vancouver, BC
V5M 4X5

During the month of January, office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Property owners can contact BC Assessment toll-free at 1-866-valueBC (1-866-825-8322) or online at bcasssessment.ca

BACKGROUNDER

Facts on B.C. Property Assessments and the 2018 Assessment Roll

Total number of properties on the 2018 Roll is 2,044,482, an approximate 1.17% increase from 2017.
Total value of real estate on the 2018 Roll is over $1.86 trillion, an increase of nearly 12% from 2017.
Total amount of ‘non-market change’, including new construction, rezonings and subdivisions is approximately $31.6 billion, an increase of almost 28% from the 2017 Roll of $24.7 billion.
In B.C., approximately 88% of all properties are classified with some residential (Class 1) component. This equates to $1,445,509,108,324 of the value on the total provincial roll.
Over 98% of property owners typically accept their property assessment without proceeding to a formal, independent review of their assessment.
Assessments are the estimate of a property’s market value as of July 1, 2017 and physical condition as of October 31, 2017. This common valuation date ensures there is an equitable property assessment base for property taxation.
Changes in property assessments reflect movement in the local real estate market and can vary greatly from property to property. When estimating a property’s market value, BC Assessment’s professional appraisers analyze current sales in the area, as well as considering other characteristics such as size, age, quality, condition, view and location.
Real estate sales determine a property’s value which is reported annually by BC Assessment. Local governments and other taxing authorities are responsible for property taxation and, after determining their own budget needs this spring, will calculate property tax rates based on the assessment roll for their jurisdiction.
BC Assessment’s assessment roll provides the foundation for local and provincial taxing authorities to raise over $7.5 billion in property taxes each year. This revenue funds the many community services provided by local governments around the province as well as the K-12 education system.
BC Assessment’s website provides a listing of property assessments and sales to help property owners understand their property’s market value and provide comparable sales information. Go to bcassessment.ca and use “Find your property assessment”.
For more information on the 2018 Assessment Roll and regional and province-wide real estate market trends including lists of the province’s top valued residential properties, please visit www.bcassessment.ca and click on the “Property Information & Trends” link.

Fraser Valley property assessment: Strong demand in residential strata market

2 January 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.

“The majority of residential home owners within the region can expect an increase, compared to last year’s assessment,” said Assessor Laura Schwagele on Tuesday. “This year, we have seen a strong demand in our residential strata market and this has resulted in a larger increase compared to the residential single family detached homes.”

BC Assessment collects, monitors and analyzes property data throughout the year. The table below indicates Fraser Valley‘s estimated typical percentage changes to 2018 assessment values by property type compared to 2017 (note that property assessments may vary by individual jurisdiction/municipality within the region).

Property Type	All Areas of Fraser Valley 2018 Assessments Range of % Changes in Value (as of July 1, 2017)
Residential Single Detached Homes	-5% to +25%
Residential Strata Units (e.g. condominiums)	+10% to +40%
Commercial	+5% to +35%
Light Industrial	+5% to +30%

Overall, the Fraser Valley’s total assessments increased from $430.1 billion in 2017 to $492.2 billion this year. A total of almost $10.6 billion of the region’s updated assessments is from new construction, subdivisions and rezoning of properties. The BC Assessment Fraser Valley’s region includes properties in Richmond, Delta, and Surrey and throughout the rest of the Fraser Valley up past Hope and Boston Bar.

The summary below provides estimates of typical 2017 versus 2018 assessed values of residential properties throughout the region. These examples are actual individual assessment examples and are not averages. These examples demonstrate market trends for both single-family or strata (where noted) residential properties by geographic area:

Community		2017 Assessments (valuation date of July 1, 2016)		2018 Assessments (valuation date of July 1, 2017)	Percentage Change in Value (2018 vs. 2017)
City of Richmond
West Richmond	$2,654,000	$2,664,000	0%
South Richmond	$1,486,000	$1,506,000	+1%
East Richmond	$955,000	$1,004,000	+5%
Richmond- Strata Townhouse	$520,000	$580,000	+12%
Richmond- Strata Townhouse	$723,000	$804,000	+11%
Richmond-Strata Condo	$252,000	$338,000	+34%
Richmond-Strata Condo	$320,000	$395,000	+23%
City of Delta
North Delta	$850,600	$886,400	+4%
Ladner	$967,400	$946,900	-2%
South Delta	$3,242,000	$3,166,000	-2%
Delta-Strata Townhouse	$882,000	$986,000	+12%
Delta- Strata Condo	$364,000	$432,000	+19%
City of Surrey / White Rock
North Surrey	$701,000	$746,400	+6%
Central Surrey	$803,000	$909,000	+13%
East Surrey	$846,000	$936,000	+11%
South Surrey	$1,196,000	$1,201,000	0%
North Surrey- Strata Townhouse	$332,000	$413,000	+25%
Central Surrey- Strata Townhouse	$511,000	$625,000	+33%
North Surrey- Strata Condo	$217,000	$303,000	+40%
Central Surrey- Strata Condo	$208,000	$286,000	+38%
White Rock (Example 1)	$1,885,000	$1,965,000	+4%
White Rock (Example 2)	$1,126,000	$1,136,000	+1%
White Rock- Strata Condo	$308,000	$387,000	+26%
City & Township of Langley
City of Langley (Example 1)	$725,000	$788,700	+8%
City of Langley (Example 2)	$711,000	$783,500	+10%
City of Langley- Strata Condo	$242,000	$329,000	+36%
North Langley	$844,000	$896,000	+6%
East Langley	$586,000	$652,000	+11%
South Langley	$885,000	$970,000	+10%
Langley- Strata Townhouse	$490,000	$553,000	+13%
Langley- Strata Condo	$290,000	$385,000	+33%
Pitt Meadows/ Maple Ridge
Pitt Meadows (Example 1)	$783,000	$807,000	+3%
Pitt Meadows (Example 2)	$706,000	$784,000	+11%
Pitt Meadows- Strata Townhouse	$340,000	$432,000	+27%
West Maple Ridge	$735,000	$817,000	+11%
Central Maple Ridge	$627,000	$718,000	+14%
East Maple Ridge	$792,000	$884,000	+12%
Maple Ridge- Strata Townhouse	$272,000	$362,000	+33%
Maple Ridge- Strata Condo	$195,000	$221,000	+14%
City of Abbotsford
West Abbotsford	$606,000	$728,000	+20%
Central Abbotsford	$555,000	$645,000	+16%
East Abbotsford	$639,000	$709,000	+11%
Abbotsford- Strata Townhouse	$341,000	$423,000	+24%
Abbotsford- Strata Condo	$178,000	$199,000	+12%
District Of Mission
Mission (Example 1)	$506,000	$602,000	+19%
Mission (Example 2)	$495,000	$604,000	+22%
City of Chilliwack
Chilliwack (Example 1)	$481,000	$562,000	+17%
Chilliwack (Example 2)	$877,000	$1,049,000	+20%
Chilliwack- Strata Townhouse	$236,000	$264,000	+12%

BC Assessment’s website at bcassessment.ca includes more details about 2018 assessments, property information and trends such as lists of 2018’s top valued residential properties across the province. The website also provides self-service access to a free, online property assessment search service that allows anyone to search, check and compare 2018 property assessments for anywhere in the province.

“Property owners can find a lot of information on our website including answers to many assessment-related questions, but those who feel that their property assessment does not reflect market value as of July 1, 2017 or see incorrect information on their notice, should contact BC Assessment as indicated on their notice as soon as possible in January,” said Schwagele.

“If a property owner is still concerned about their assessment after speaking to one of our appraisers, they may submit a Notice of Complaint (Appeal) by January 31st, for an independent review by a Property Assessment Review Panel,” added Schwagele.

The Property Assessment Review Panels, independent of BC Assessment, are appointed annually by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and typically meet between February 1 and March 15 to hear formal complaints.

The Fraser Valley Region Assessment offices are located at:

Surrey Office

100 – 5477 152 Street

Surrey BC

V32 5A5

Abbotsford Office

240 – 31935 South Fraser Way

Abbotsford BC

V2T 5N7

During the month of January, office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Property owners can contact BC Assessment toll-free at 1-866-valueBC (1-866-825-8322) or online at bcasssessment.ca

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