The 2010 Annual Rental Value reflects the average net market rents among similar business premises. It includes the comfortable costs to occupy the space which consists of heat, hydro, water and air conditioning where applicable. The 2010 Annual Rental Value is based on a reference date of April 1, 2008, and is indicative of what the rental market and costs were at that time.



On average, Annual Rental Values have increased by 21.3% net of estimated appeals. Although the 2010 Annual Rental Values will be used for taxation purposes in 2010, please keep in mind that a change in the Annual Rental Value does not necessarily result in a similar proportionate change in business taxes.



The function of emergency preparedness planning and response coordination is maintained within Fire Paramedic Service. The office is responsible for coordinating and supporting overall emergency preparedness activities including research, training and education, disaster exercises, public information and the response to an emergency event. The type of emergency dealt with by this service is one that is major or unusual in nature, and requires the coordination of several departments and/or outside services. The Emergency Preparedness Coordinator maintains the readiness and operation of the Emergency Operations Center, a facility that serves as a focal point for the coordination of response activities during an emergency situation.



The City has been involved in major emergency response activities since its inception. Perhaps the keystone event was the 1950 flood in the Red River Valley. The impact of that clearly demonstrated the need for developing appropriate plans to coordinate the emergency responses of civic departments as well as different levels of government external aid and volunteer agencies. Over the years, various committees and other planning bodies have been structured to assist in carrying out such activities.



The aim of the City of Winnipeg Emergency Preparedness Program is to provide and support effective planning, disaster management, and education services to enable the citizens of Winnipeg to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a major disaster. In addition, the Office provides advice to City Council on all aspects of planning for and responding to major emergencies or disasters.