CLBC is now accepting applications for the Canada-BC Housing Benefit, a limited program available for individuals who are eligible for CLBC services and live in private market rentals. CLBC is administering this program, which is funded by the federal government’s Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) through BC Housing.
Visit the Canada-BC Housing Benefit page on our website to learn more or apply.
About the rental benefit
- Benefits for this federal program are available for up to 50 individuals who are eligible for CLBC services and live in market rental housing.
- Market rental housing means you pay rent to a landlord, and your rent is not subsidized by government (not including disability assistance/PWD).
- Applicants will receive up to $600 per month, based on their level of need.
- CLBC will select applicants based on their level of need and when their application is submitted.
- There is no deadline to apply. Once 50 applicants have been selected, CLBC will hold additional eligible applications in case a spot opens, or more funding is provided to CLBC.
- This means once the initial 50 spots are filled, additional applicants may still be considered if circumstances change.
Am I eligible?
You are eligible if you:
- are eligible for CLBC services.
- live in market rental housing and pay rent. You could also be moving into living in a market rental. Market rental housing means you rent your home from a landlord, and your rent is not subsidized by government.
- live independently or with some supports.
- spend more than 30% of your gross monthly income on your rent. Gross monthly income means the amount of money you make in a month, before taxes.
- are up to date on filing your tax return (2024 tax return).
- live in B.C. and are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
To learn more about the benefit or apply, visit the Canada-BC Housing Benefit page on our website.
