May June 2022 Newsletter

PROPERTY TAX NOTICES

Property Tax Notices will be mailed mid-May 2022.

The property tax deadline is Monday, July 04, 2022.  A penalty of 10% for any current year taxes owing after the deadline will be applied.  Postmarks are not accepted as proof of payment.

Payment options include:

1)  At the Village of Masset Office, cash or cheque only or use the drop box.

2)  Mailed to P.O. Box 68 Masset B.C.   VOT 1M0

3)  Couriered to 1686 Main Street Masset   B.C. V0T 1M0

4)  Online Payments can be made if you have an account with Northern Savings Credit Union.

5)  Electronic funds transfers can be made from your financial institution to the Northern Savings Credit Union.             

The Village of Masset account information is:

- Transit Number   13960

- Financial Institution   809

- Account Number   30002777-1 (Chequing)  

If you do use this process, please either fax to (250) 626-3968, email cfo@mhtv.ca  or call us at (250) 626-3995 with information regarding the amount of your payment, date of your transfer, your roll number and the institution the transfer was sent from to ensure that we can properly identify your payment and apply it correctly to your account.

6)  e-Transfer payments are acceptable.  Contact the office to get the information needed.

Please note that we accept only cash or cheque for property tax payments.  Postdated cheques are acceptable.  We do not accept debit or credit card payments.       

HOME OWNER GRANT 2022

Effective May 2021 all Home Owner Grant applications must be submitted directly to the Province (for both current and retroactive grants).

Municipalities are NO LONGER accepting applications.  Program eligibility is unchanged.

In order to avoid penalties and/or interest, apply before the tax deadline of July 04, 2022.

For further information or to apply for the grant please visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/annual-property-tax/home-owner-grant or phone 1-888-355-2700 to speak with a live agent.

MASSET SPRING CLEANUP

Monday May 16 to Thursday May 19

Please come into the Village Office 1686 Main Street to schedule a time and pay for items to be picked up.

Cost:  $12.00 per regular pick-up load

Note: All items must be sorted (burnable, metals, lawn debris, no kitchen refuse please) and placed at the curb or property line. Lumber and brush must be separated.

There will be additional costs for:

Book Early

Limited Spaces Available

NOTE FOR SENIORS

If you are 65 yrs. or older please let us know, the Village of Masset offers a seniors rate for utilities.  Proof of age is required for us to apply this lower rate.

BUSINESS FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT FUNDING

Business Façade Improvement Funding is again available. Does your building need a facelift, or were you planning improvements to the exterior of your building? You may be eligible for up to $5,000.00 in grant funding. Smaller home based businesses are eligible for funding for signage as well up to $500.00.

Stop by the Village Office for a program guide and application.

BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWAL

Business Licenses are now due for 2022.  If you are paying online or at the Credit Union, please notify the office to ensure that your payment is applied to the correct account. 
If you no longer require a business license, please call the office at 250-626-3995.

RECYCLING

The Masset Recycling Depot is located at 1730 Hodges Avenue.

Hours of operation are Thursday to Saturday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm., closed from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm and Stat Holidays.

For more information on residential materials accepted please call 250-626-3512 or go to:

https://www.ncrdbc.com/services/waste/recycling

NORTHERN HAIDA GWAII VISITOR CENTRE

The visitor centre is now closed.

Please call the Village of Masset Office at 250-626-3995 if you have questions.  Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

VILLAGE OF MASSET OFFICE

The Village of Masset office is open to walk in traffic. Please help us by using the drop box located to the left of the door for payments if possible.

If you have any questions or concerns please call 250-626-3995 Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm or the following is a list of email addresses:

Chief Administrative Officer cao@masset.ca

Chief Financial Officer/Tax Inquiries cfo@mhtv.ca

Utilities vomub@mhtv.ca

General Inquiries vomadmin@mhtv.ca

VICTORIA DAY

The Village of Masset office will be closed on Monday May 23rd for Victoria Day. We wish you a safe and happy holiday.