Why become a member of the Institute of Municipal Assessors?

Benefits of membership in the IMA include:

·         Assurance that an accredited member has successfully completed a comprehensive course of study and is recognized as a professional in good standing.

·         Accredited members are recognized as expert witnesses in Assessment Tribunals and Courts

·         The IMA offers educational courses that are current, flexible and meet the needs of our members and their employers.

·         As a Member you will receive courses at a lower cost over non-members.

·         Members have access to the IMA library.

·         Members receive the Insti-News publication and regular communications.

·         Additionally, Members are kept current through District Meetings and Professional Seminars/Workshops available at the Annual Conference.

·         The cost to attend a District Meeting and the Professional Seminars/Workshops at the Annual Conference is offered at a lower cost to our members.

·         Access to the IMA website with enhanced and informative section for members only.

·         Members interact and develop professional contacts, explore career opportunities and network with other related assessment and taxation professionals.

·         Members are provided the tools to advance in their career

·         Many employers have indicated that an IMA Designation is a requirement and an asset in their current hiring processes (see careers).

·         Members provide a collective voice that promotes and defends the interests of the profession and the general public.