Beyond Boundaries: Strengthening Property Tax Assessments Across Canada
Join the Institute of Municipal Assessors (IMA) for the 66th Annual Conference, a gathering of professionals dedicated to advancing property tax assessment practices.
Dates & Location
Conference Dates
Join us June 8-10, 2025
Venue
Delta Hotel Ottawa
101 Lyon St. N, Ottawa, ON K1R 5T9
President's Dinner
Network with colleagues during our President's Dinner in the stunning National Arts Centre.
Sponsorship Available
Agenda & Speaker Information
CPD Credits
IMA Members:
- 9.5 Learning
- 1.0 Ethics
AIC Members:
Members can claim a total of 8 CPD Credits for participating in the following sessions:
- Leadership Beyond Boundaries
- Beyond Headlines
- Case Law Updates
- From Storms
- Ethics
- Mock Trial
LSO Members can claim 2.5 Professionalism Credits for attending:
Ethics
Mock Trial
Dress Code
- Sunday Reception - Casual
- Monday and Tuesday during Sessions - Business Casual
- Monday President's Dinner - Cocktail Attire
Event App Now Available
- Conference Attendee have exclusive access to our conference app. Download it today and create your profile ahead of the conference.
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IMA's 66th Annual Conference - Beyond Boundaries: Building Stronger Property Tax Assessments Across Canada
Thank you for joining us at the 66th Annual Conference. Attendees can expect opportunities for continuing professional development and networking with other industry professionals. Stay conne…
Schedule At A Glance
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Sunday, June 8th 2025
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM -
Virtual Golf
Location: The Bunker - 601 Bank St Suite 150, Ottawa, ON K1S 3T4
Cost: $60 + HST
Cost: $60 + HST
Chair: Amy Raycroft, M.I.M.A.
What’s included for $60:
• A round of indoor golf at The Bunker, Ottawa’s top golf simulator lounge
• Snacks to fuel your swing
• A $10 donation to the IMA Scholarship Trust Fund
• Good vibes and great company before our evening reception
No need to bring your own clubs, if you don't want to. Clubs will be available at the venue. Drinks are also available for purchase onsite.
• A round of indoor golf at The Bunker, Ottawa’s top golf simulator lounge
• Snacks to fuel your swing
• A $10 donation to the IMA Scholarship Trust Fund
• Good vibes and great company before our evening reception
No need to bring your own clubs, if you don't want to. Clubs will be available at the venue. Drinks are also available for purchase onsite.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Registration
Check in to receive your conference package.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Join us for the Welcome Reception featuring a delicious meal and evening of networking and enjoyment.
9:00 PM- 11:00 PM
After Hours Get Together
Monday, June 9th 2025
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Opening Ceremonies and Greetings
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
IMA President’s Panel: Leadership Beyond Boundaries – A Global Dialogue
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Chair: Drew Samuels, M.I.M.A - Director, Litigation and Administration at DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Canada
Speakers
- Troy Birtles, AMAA, Assessment Manager, Accurate Assessment Group Ltd. & AAA President (2025-26)
- Lisa Dionne, Executive Director, Property Assessment Services, Service New Brunswick
- Greg Martino, M.I.M.A., PLE, Vice-President and Chief Valuation & Standards Officer Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) & IMA Past President (2022-23)
- Uche Obi, Director, Cayman Islands Government/ RICS (Global Governing Council Elected Member)
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Networking & Refreshments
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Beyond the Headlines: What’s Really Driving Canada’s Commercial Real Estate Market
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Chair: Greg Martino, M.I.M.A., PLE, Vice-President and Chief Valuation & Standards Officer Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) & IMA Past President (2022-23)
Speaker
- John O'Bryan - Honorary Chair of CBRE Limited, Chair of the Investment Committee of BentallGreenOak, advisor to AMICO Construction and member of the Institute of Corporate Directors.
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Importance of Collaboration – Global Opportunities
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Jerry Grad, Chief Executive Officer - IPTI
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Lunch
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM
The Housing Crisis: Root Causes and Transformative Solutions
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
Dr Brian Doucet, author, filmmaker, photographer, researcher, award-winning teacher and Associate Professor in Planning at the University of Waterloo.
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Refreshments Break
2:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Simultaneous Workshops
Onsite
- Edmonton's Fiscal Gap Analysis - Lessons from Assessment and impact on Municipal Sustainability
Ballroom A
Edmonton’s Fiscal Gap report offers a look at how revenue tools, municipal responsibilities, and regional pressures are straining the city's ability to fund services and infrastructure. This session unpacks key findings, explores lessons for other municipalities, and discusses opportunities to help close the growing gap between ambition and affordability.
- Chair: Scott Powell, M.I.M.A., AMAA, Director, Team Lead, Property Tax Complex, Ryan
Speakers
- Cate Watt, BEcon, BA, AMAA, Branch Manager/City Assessor, Assessment and Taxation, City of Edmonton
- Milap Petigara, Principal Advisor, Financial and Corporate Services, City of Edmonton
- Bridging the Gaps: Building Education Today for Tomorrow’s Assessment Professionals
Panorama - Upstairs
Join IMA and UBC for an interactive workshop unpacking new national research on industry learning needs—be part of the conversation that shapes the future of assessment education.
- Charles Johnstone, FRICS, AACI, M.I.M.A.
- John Bridal, Associate Director, UBC
- Caselaw Updates from Across the Country
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Chair: Krista O'Brien, Program Manager, Property Assessment and PILTs, City of Ottawa
Speakers
- Noah Gordon, Associate, Miller Thomson LLP
- Soussanna Karas, Associate General Counsel, Litigation, MPAC
- Dan Rosman, Affiliate, Civil Litigation & Property Tax/Assessment Lawyer
- Robert Andrews, Senior Legal Counsel, PVSC
2:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Simultaneous Workshops
Offsite
- Central Experimental Farm
- Chair: Eric Smithson, M.I.M.A., Valuation and Assessment Operations Manager, MPAC
- Fully Booked
- Parliament - The Immersive Experience
After the tour, participants will meet in the Joliet Room for a final debrief.
- Chair: Stephen Landry, M.I.M.A., Senior Appraisal and Market Specialist, Research and Advisory Services, MPAC
- Fully Booked
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
President's Dinner
National Arts Centre
Tuesday, June 10th 2025
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome and Introductions
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
From Storms to Wildfires: Understanding Climate-Driven Events and Property Valuation
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
Panel Discussion
- Chair: Don Hearn, M.I.M.A., ICD.D, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, MAA
Speakers
- Charlene MacNeil, AACI, P.App., M.I.M.A., Director of Assessment, Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC)
- Troy Birtles, AMAA, Assessment Manager, Accurate Assessment Group Ltd.
- John Glen, MA, AACI, FRICS, M.I.M.A.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Networking and Refreshments
10:30 - 11:30 AM
Ethics in Action:
Real-World Scenarios for Assessment Professionals
Real-World Scenarios for Assessment Professionals
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Scott Powell, M.I.M.A., AMAA, Director, Team Lead, Property Tax Complex, Ryan
- Andrew Loney, M.I.M.A., P1, Director, Valuation and Assessment Operations, MPAC & IMA 2nd Vice-President
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Networking and Refreshments
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mock Trial: An Introduction into the Tribunal Experience
Main Hall - Ballroom B-C
- Chair: Robyn Ferguson, M.I.M.A, AMAA, AACI, Eastern Canada Leader, Property Tax Services - MNP LLP
Speakers
- Chantelle MacMillan - Director, Litigation, Property Tax Services Avison Young
- Quinten Hempen - Paralegal Consultant, Municipal Tax Advisory Group Paralegal Professional Corporation
- Steven A. Eakins, A.I.M.A., Director, National Lead Property Tax Consulting Services, PwC
- Mohammad El Dali, Senior Litigator, MPAC
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Gift cards will be provided for lunch to go
Registration: Now Open
Early Bird Rates Available Until May 12th, 2025.
Registration Deadline is June 2nd, 2025.
All cancellations must be made in writing to the IMA office. Cancellation requests received up to June 2, 2025, will be subject to a $50 administration fee. After June 3, 2025 refunds will not be processed due to commitments with the hotel.
Full Event
Registration full event including Welcome Reception, Conference Sessions & President's Dinner
Member:
- $705 + HST Early Bird
- $765 + HST Full Price
Non-Member:
- $795 + HST Early Bird
- $855 + HST Full Price
Welcome Reception -
June 8
Join us for the Sunday evening Welcome Reception
Price: $90 + HST
Two Day Registration
Access to day one and two sessions only
Member:
- $625 + HST Early Bird
- $675 + HST Full Price
Non-Member
- $725 + HST Early Bird
- $775 + HST Full Price
One Day Registration
Access to one day of conference registrations
Member:
- $425 Early Bird
- $495 Full Price
Non-Member:
- $525 Early Bird
- $595 Full Price
Virtual Golf
Date: June 8th, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Location: The Bunker - 601 Bank St Suite 150, Ottawa, ON K1S 3T4
Cost: $60 + HST
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Location: The Bunker - 601 Bank St Suite 150, Ottawa, ON K1S 3T4
Cost: $60 + HST
What’s included for $60:
• A round of indoor golf at The Bunker, Ottawa’s top golf simulator lounge
• Snacks to fuel your swing
• A $10 donation to the IMA Scholarship Trust Fund
• Good vibes and great company before our evening reception
No need to bring your own clubs, if you don't want to. Clubs will be available at the venue. Drinks are also available for purchase onsite.
• A round of indoor golf at The Bunker, Ottawa’s top golf simulator lounge
• Snacks to fuel your swing
• A $10 donation to the IMA Scholarship Trust Fund
• Good vibes and great company before our evening reception
No need to bring your own clubs, if you don't want to. Clubs will be available at the venue. Drinks are also available for purchase onsite.
President's Dinner
This year's President's Dinner will be held at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, a beautiful space that provides limited numbers. For single tickets contact the IMA Office.
Conference Details
Agenda
The Schedule-at-a-Glance is available now
President's Dinner
The National Arts Centre is a stunning venue, as we've mentioned, spaces are limited. For single tickets contact the IMA Office.
Hotel Booking
- Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre for $299.00 CAD per night - Last Day to Book : Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you want to collaborate with us but cannot find an opportunity that best meets your needs in the Sponsorship Levels, please contact us, and we would be glad to discuss.