PROPERTY TAX DUE DATE REMINDER
Reminder that the tax deadline for both residential and commercial taxes is September 30, 2020.
A 9% penalty will be applied to residential/utility property tax accounts with current year amounts owing after September 30, 2020.
A 10% penalty will be applied to commercial property tax accounts (business/other, light industry and recreation) to any current year taxes owing after September 30, 2020.
Please contact the Village of Masset office at (250) 626-3995 if you need further information regarding the tax deadline or methods of payment.
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RECYCLING
NCRD Service Restoration Plan
Residential recycle bins remain closed however Masset residents who want to recycle plastics and paper products can now bring them to the landfill in Port Clements. Hours are Tuesday to Saturday 9 am to 3 pm. Residents dropping off recyclables at the landfill are required to pre-sort their materials, only two people will be allowed in at a time and residents are asked to respect directional signage that is being put in place. NCRD is currently not able to accept glass, tin cans or Styrofoam materials.
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2020 TAX SALE DEFERRAL
The Village of Masset Council recognizes the difficulties some residents may be facing due to the COVID pandemic this year. The Village of Masset Council has decided to defer the 2020 tax sale to September 27, 2021. Letters will be sent to property owners that are showing delinquent tax amounts owing that will explain the tax sale process for 2021.
If you require any more information please call the office during business hours Monday to Friday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm.
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GARBAGE PICKUP
A reminder to all residents in order to avoid messes and encounters with wildlife please ensure your garbage is secured in an appropriate receptacle and left at the curb on pickup days.
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SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION
Please slow down!!!
The Speed Limit in a School Zone is 30km/hr 8:00 am - 5:00 pm School Days
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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.
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FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
Test Your Smoke Detector Every Month
October 4th-10th, 2020
This years’ theme is:
“Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen”
Did you know?
Cooking is the #1 cause of home fires and home fire injuries. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of fires in the kitchen.
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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.
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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. Please call the Village Office for a program guide and application.
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VILLAGE OF MASSET
The Village of Masset office is now open to walk in traffic. Please help us by using the drop box located to the left of the door for payments if possible. Service is limited to two customers inside at a time. 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
vom@mhtv.ca
Chief Financial Officer/Tax Inquiries
cfo@mhtv.ca
Utilities
vomub@mhtv.ca
General Inquiries
vomadmin@mhtv.ca
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MEAL DELIVERY
The Village of Masset would like to extend thanks to the many people involved in the Masset Meal Program.
Haw’aa to Northern Health and Gudangaay Tlaats’gaa Naay Secondary School for spearheading this initiative, Gwaii Trust for their generous funding, Island Sunrise for providing exceptional homemade meals and the Canadian Rangers for their unstoppable cheer and speedy deliveries. We would be remiss in not acknowledging all of our recipients for
their appreciation and good company. You truly made this a pleasure and haw’aa for making our jobs easy and something to look forward to every week.
Like all good things this too must come to an end so deliveries will end after Wednesday September 23rd.
It has been a pleasure to be a part of this collaboration and we look forward to working together in the future to assist our residents.
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BUILDING BYLAW No. 630
Siting and Use Application and Permit
Before you start a new project please note that the Village of Masset has bylaws in place to ensure that zoning and land use regulations are being adhered to by way of a Siting and Use Permit. Please call or email the village office for a Siting and Use Application and review the Zoning Bylaw before you start construction. There is no cost for this service.
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