According to a Saanich News article on the recently released BC Assessment figures for the region, “average assessments dropped by three per cent in both assessment areas of Saanich to $785,000 for homes inside the boundaries of School District 61 and $979,000 inside the boundaries of School District 63”. Property owners who want to challenge their respective assessments have until January 31 to file an appeal. Property owners should check the various comparative tools available through BC Assessment.