Home Owner Grant

B.C.’s Homeowner Grant Centralization
All property owners can now claim their current year home owner grant by submitting their application to the Province.
There are no changes to program eligibility requirements.
How to apply?
Eligible B.C. homeowners can apply for the 2021 homeowner grant now:
• Apply 24/7 online: gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant
• Apply with an agent: Toll-free at 1 888 355-2700, Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm.
• Apply 24/7 using a *voice recognition application: Toll-free at 1 888 355-2700
Homeowners can use the voice recognition application if:
o Their eligible home is a principal residence, and
o They are applying for a basic or additional grant
Note: if a property owner uses the self serve voice recognition option, please note, they can connect with a live agent if they wish at any time.
*IVR active May 17/2021
Municipalities will not be accepting applications

Homeowners can find information about this change at:
gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant, or
• call toll free 1 888 355 2700

The home owner grant reduces the amount of property tax you pay for your principal residence.
The grant is available to homeowners that pay property taxes to a municipality or to the province if they live in a rural area. If you pay your property taxes to a First Nations, contact the First Nations directly

You may qualify for a home owner grant if you are one of the following:
Under 65 years of age
A senior
A veteran
A person with disabilities
Living with a spouse or relative with disabilities
A spouse or relative of a deceased owner

For more information please:

Visit the Province of BC Home Owner Grant website,
Browse these Home Owner Grants Help Links, OR
Contact the Village of Granisle office, we will be happy to help!