Seniors' Guide
Housing - Home Owner Grant for Seniors
If you are a permanent resident in B.C., a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant, and own and occupy your residence, you may be eligible for the Provincial Home Owner Grant. The grant reduces the amount of property taxes you have to pay.
To apply for the Home Owner Grant, complete the application form on the back of the property tax notice that is sent to you in May of each year. You must confirm that you are the registered owner, that you are, or will be, at least 65 in the calendar year (to receive the additional grant) and provide your date of birth and phone number. The amount of the grant will be deducted from the property taxes you will pay.
In 2005 the maximum grant available to those eligible for the additional grant (including seniors) was $745, but the amount you may claim may be less as you must pay a minimum property tax of $1.00. The maximum grant available will also be reduced if you live on a property that is assessed at more than a specific threshold value. In 2005, the threshold value was $685,000.
For more information contact the Home Owner Grant Administration Branch.
Or call your local tax collector’s office or government agent.
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