Below is an extract from the correspondence sent by MPAC President & CEO Nicole McNeill.

Earlier this month billing partners received the Q2 levy invoice for services to be rendered for the period April – June, due May 1st. Since that time, we have consulted with municipalities and our Board about extended payment terms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
We are mindful that tax deferrals are an important part of the support that governments of all levels are providing to citizens and businesses. We are following the lead of the provincial government to do our part for the municipal community.
 
To support these efforts, we have secured temporary financing that allows MPAC to offer a one-time deferred payment option until July 1 without interest or penalties for municipalities that require this flexibility.
   
For those of you who can pay on time or have already remitted your invoice - Thank You!
 
To ensure we are fair and transparent, for municipalities that have remitted payment already, you will be provided the same one-time deferral option if needed for the Q3 invoice. For example, instead of a due date of August 1st, the due date will be extended to October 1st.
    
These are challenging and uncertain times for all of us, and I want to thank you for your support and for all your efforts to keep our communities safe and healthy.
    
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Meffe, Vice-President and CFO at mary.meffe@mpac.ca or 289-539-0306.