Assessors, Business Valuators, and Appraisers perform some or all of the following duties:

• Evaluate land, buildings, and equipment for taxation or planning purposes
• Analyze sales records, maps, zoning data, and engineering documents
• Explain valuation processes to property owners
• Review financial records to estimate market value or competitiveness
• Prepare reports for litigation, estate planning, and insurance
• Testify as expert witnesses before courts or regulators
• Appraise residential, commercial, and industrial property and equipment
• Prepare valuation reports for lenders, courts, insurers, and buyers

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A college diploma in municipal assessment and provincial accreditation are usually required for assessors.
• Business valuators generally require education in accounting, commerce, or a related field plus certification from the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators.
• Appraisers usually require post-secondary training or relevant experience.
• In Quebec, membership with OEAQ is required for chartered appraisers.
• Real estate appraisers often require accreditation from the Appraisal Institute of Canada.
• Many employers offer paid leave, health benefits, pension contributions, and other workplace benefits depending on the organization and sector.