Who qualifies for subsidized housing in BC?
You may qualify for subsidized family housing if you have been a BC resident for one continuous year and your annual household income (not including GST and Child Tax Credit) is at or below: $59,500 for 2 bedrooms. $78,500 for 3 bedrooms. $84,500 for 4 or more bedrooms.
What documents do you need for BC Housing?
Children age 19 to 24 in full-time attendance at a school, university or vocational institution must provide proof of enrolment. ☐ Rent Receipt showing address, rent amount, date and landlord name; or ☐ Copy of recent Rent Increase Notice; or ☐ Copy of Lease or Tenancy Agreement (if signed within the past 12 months).
How do I get into BC Housing?
Paper application process
- Complete the online request form to have the form mailed to you.
- Call us toll-free at 1-800-257-7756 or call 604-433-2218 in the Lower Mainland to have the form mailed to you.
- Go to any BC Housing office or Housing Registry access point to pick up the form.
What is considered low income in BC?
If your income is below the median, you are thought to have a low income. 10 This is a measure of relative poverty. Based on 2009 data for BC, a low income would be $24,437 after taxes.
How does subsidized housing work in British Columbia?
If you live in BC, have a low income and meet eligibility criteria, you may qualify for subsidized housing. Subsidized housing is long-term housing for people who permanently reside in British Columbia. Rental fees are calculated on a rent geared to income basis (30% of household total gross income, subject to minimum rent based on # of people).
Where do you have to live to qualify for BC Housing?
Applicants must permanently reside in British Columbia when applying, and each member of the household must be one of the following: No adult members of the household can be under private sponsorship, except where BC Housing has accepted that private sponsorship has broken down.
What is the income limit for subsidized housing in Canada?
The purpose of subsidized housing is to provide affordable housing for people who are low income earners. The rent is calculated at 30% of your gross income. For example, if you are a senior collecting Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), you income is probably around $1600 per month.
What are the income requirements for British Columbia?
If all eligibility criteria are met, except the mother does not meet the citizenship requirements, the family unit is eligible for income assistance. The dependent children would be considered to have their father’s permanent residence status. Issue income assistance based on a family unit size of three.
