Property taxes make up the largest percentage of the City's revenue and are used to fund operations and capital projects. Property Tax Notices are mailed at the end of May and are due on the first business day in July. In 2024, the due date was July 2, 2024.
Home Owner Grant
If you are living at your property and are eligible, ensure you complete your Home Owner Grant application before the tax due date. The Home Owner Grant is a Provincial Government program that offsets the school taxes on your tax notice. By claiming your Home Owner Grant, you are reducing your tax bill by $570 or $845 if you are over 65 years old at any point in the current tax year.
- Apply for your homeowner grant online with the Province.
- The municipalities are no longer accepting applications, but program eligibility remains unchanged.
- To avoid penalties and interest, apply before the tax due date.
- Learn more at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or phone 1.888.355.2700 to speak with a live agent.
Speculation and Vacancy Tax (Provincial Tax)
Find more information from the Province of BC at www.gov.bc.ca/spectax.
Property Tax Deferral
Defer Your Property Taxes through the Province. There are two deferral programs available, visit the Province's website to start the deferral process.
Regular Program
You may qualify if you are 55 or older during the current year.
Families with Children Program
You may qualify if you are a parent, stepparent or financially supporting a child.