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Networking and Information for Alberta's Property Tax Experts
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“No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow.” — Hal Borland
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President's Message
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As we close out the month of March, AMTPA is proud to recognize International Women’s Day and Women’s Month. It is a time to honour the remarkable contributions of women across the municipal tax, assessment, and property administration fields. Whether delivering frontline services, managing billing, complex valuation work, strategic leadership and everything in between, their expertise, innovation, and commitment strengthen our profession every day.
With the release of the 2026 Alberta Provincial Budget, a significant impact for municipalities is the continued increase in the Alberta School Requisition. The 2026 Alberta Provincial Budget boasts the largest education investment in Alberta’s history with $10.8 billion in operating funding. While municipalities collect the education property tax on behalf of the province, the responsibility for explaining these increases often falls to municipalities. This year’s requisition reinforces the importance of clear and concise communication with taxpayers and thoughtful planning within municipal revenue strategies.
We have several important initiatives that are underway, and I’m pleased to highlight a few:
- The 2026 Annual Conference - Edmonton, September 23-25, 2026
The Conference Committee is working hard to deliver an information-rich experience. If your municipality is interested in sponsoring the event, please reach out to our Executive Assistant, Alyssa (assistant@amtpa.ca), for a copy of the Municipal Partnership Package.
- Representation at the Alberta Assessors Association Conference
Director of Relations, Stephen Leroux, will represent AMTPA in Calgary, April 15th-17th - 2026 Training and Education Schedule
Director of Education, Roxane Preedin has developed the 2026 Training Schedule. Please feel welcome to share future training ideas with her.
- Strengthening Partnerships
The Board has approved the creation of a collaborative working group to formalize a relationship between AMTPA and OMTRA, following a productive virtual meeting between the two organizations on January 29th.
If you or your municipality would like to be featured in a future newsletter, or if you an innovative, resourceful, or efficient initiative to share, we would love to hear from you.
Thank you, Denise Schmaltz President |
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REGISTRATION IS OPENING APRIL 13!! Get ready for the 2026 AMTPA Annual Conference, Sept 23-25 at the DoubleTree by Hilton West in Edmonton! New this year is an optional pre-conference day of Tax 101 on September 22. Registration for this one day event can be lumped with your conference registration or you can attend separately! |
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Additional Upcoming Events/Webinars
October 13, 2026 - Intro to Land Titles by Gwendolyn J. Stewart‑Palmer, in person and one full day. Registration will open soon for members and non-members.
October 21, 2026 - Steady Under Pressure: Practical Stress Management for Municipal Tax Professionals, one hour webinar. Free to members.
November 18, 2026 - Clear, Calm and Professional: The Art of Effective Communication, one hour webinar. Free to members. |
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Call for Sponsors: Partner With Us
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We’re currently seeking partnership to support our upcoming 2026 Conference. Partnering with us is a great opportunity to showcase your organization/municipality, connect with our engaged community, and demonstrate your commitment to supporting meaningful education. A range of sponsorship opportunities are available to suit different goals and budgets. If you’re interested in getting involved or would like more information, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making our upcoming conference a success! |
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AMTPA & OMTRA
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OMTRA (Ontario Municipal Tax and Revenue Association )and AMTPA are currently working together to create a collaborative working group for the purpose of developing a formalized relationship between the two associations. This is great news for both our associations! More updates to come! |
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Board Member Spotlight
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Meet Kerry Boogaart!
As AMPTA’s Director of Advocacy, Kerry keeps a close eye on legislation, regulations, and governance best practices that affect municipal taxation. She’s practical, detail-oriented, and people-aware, helping members navigate rules and processes while making complex issues clear and understandable.
Kerry enjoys finding ways to make things work better for both municipalities and taxpayers. She tackles challenges head-on, looks for opportunities to improve processes, and isn’t afraid to speak up or take action when needed!
Outside of work, Kerry is a lifelong learner with a love of travel and history, always curious about how things came to be and how they’ve evolved over time. |
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Membership Benefit - Discounted Rates for municipalities that register multiple employees
- Webinars on key industry topics
- Financial System User Groups for shared knowledge and support
- Reduced Conference Registration Fees
- Exclusive Members-Only Access on AMTPA.ca
- NEW! Mentorship Program to connect and grow within the community and your role
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Is there anything else we can do to better support you? We invite you to share your ideas and suggestions with us at assistant@amtpa.ca. We’re dedicated to collaborating with you to ensure your needs are met and to enhance your overall experience. |
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Membership Renewals were due on January 31, 2026!
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New Job Postings!
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The AMTPA Job Posting page is a valuable resource for municipalities seeking skilled and experienced candidates to support their growing teams.
This service is available to all municipal entities in Alberta for a fee of $150 per listing. Job postings are featured on our website and promoted in our member newsletter.
For any questions about job postings, please contact info@amtpa.ca.
Please note: Job postings will remain on the website for one month or until the application closing date, whichever comes first. |
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Beyond the Association
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Data Centre Property Taxes
"The Government of Alberta is taking steps to become North America’s destination of choice for artificial intelligence (AI) data centre investment. Data centres can be a source of property tax revenue for your community, but municipalities should be aware that not all components of a data centre are subject to assessment for municipal property tax."
Please visit here, for more information! |
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COPTER Changes
"On January 1, 2026, several amendments to the Community Organization Property Tax Exemption Regulation (“COPTER”) came into force that will expand the scope of certain municipal tax exemptions starting in the 2026 taxation year." Please visit here, for more information. |
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Discover the Question Forum and Topics of Discussion Page!
As an AMTPA member, you have exclusive access to our Question Forum and Other Topics of Discussion page—a dedicated space to connect with fellow members, share insights, and seek advice.
Whether you’re tackling a tricky property tax issue, looking for best practices, or tips an tricks for your current software, this tool is here to support you. It’s a great way to tap into the collective knowledge of our community and strengthen connections with association members across Alberta.
Make the most of your membership by participating today! Share your questions, contribute to discussions, and collaborate to find solutions together.
Visit the page now and start a conversation! |
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FAQs
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How do I login if I don't know my password?
Members can reset their passwords by clicking on the forgot password link and following the instructions on screen. *Resetting your password also works to setup your password for the first time.
Remember to check your junk folder if you do not receive the forgot password email. If you are still having issues, please contact info@amtpa.ca.
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How do I change my information displayed in the member directory?
Login to your member profile, navigate to the Privacy link in your profile, click Edit profile. Setting the field to 'Members' will allow other members logged into the website to see the information in the member directory. Setting the field to 'No access' will hide this field from all members and only AMTPA administrators will be able to see the information. After making edits, click the Save button.
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How can I add members to our municipality's membership?
If you have already paid for a membership with 2 or more members, please forward the other members you paid for this link that will allow them to submit their membership information. If you have not purchased a membership yet, fill in an application to join today. If you've previously purchased a membership and now need to pay for additional members for your municipality, please email info@amtpa.ca with the details.
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