FOCA

Federation of Ontario Cottagers Association (FOCA)

FOCA Member Benefits

As a property ratepayers association, Shawano Ratepayers Inc. (SRI) holds an annual membership with the Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA). This membership brings ongoing value not just to our organization, but also to individual property owners in the Shawano area.

Benefits to SRI:

  • Access to best practices for managing and organizing community associations
  • FOCA’s continued advocacy at all levels of government on behalf of member groups

Benefits to Individual Property Owners:

We encourage all members to visit the FOCA website at foca.on.ca to explore the up-to-date resources and guidance available for recreational property owners.

FOCA regularly updates its content to help members:

  • Understand electricity pricing, including changes from the removal of the Seasonal Rate Class
  • Plan for cottage succession, including how to keep your property in the family and manage capital gains
  • Learn about and take action against invasive species threatening lakes and landscapes

Additional Perks:

FOCA negotiates exclusive discounts on goods and services with various vendors. These offers are available to members of SRI and can be accessed through the link below.