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Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC
Annual payroll tax on B.C. remuneration
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program is an annual employer health tax based on B.C. remuneration, with a maximum rate of 1.95% for many employers. It covers registration, filing, payment, and tax calculations for employers, including associated and charitable or non-profit employers.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Federal business number
- Mailing address and business location address
- T4 Summary or summaries
- T4 slips and T4A slips, if applicable
- Partnership agreement or incorporation documents, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Employers in B.C.
- Charitable or non-profit employers in B.C.
- Individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and governments
Who is not eligible
- Joint ventures as employers
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Returns are reviewed after submission.
- A Notice of Assessment is issued, with explanations for any adjustments.
- The ministry may assess or reassess a return within 6 years in normal cases.
- Penalties and interest may apply for late filing or payment.
Additional information
- The tax is separate from source deductions and MSP premiums.
- Employers can file and pay through eTaxBC.
- Direct deposit is encouraged for refunds during postal disruptions.
- The tax is deductible from business income for income tax purposes.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC?
This program is an annual employer health tax based on B.C. remuneration, with a maximum rate of 1.95% for many employers. It covers registration, filing, payment, and tax calculations for employers, including associated and charitable or non-profit employers.
Who is eligible for the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC program?
To be eligible for the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC program, you must:
B.C. remuneration above exemption amount
Permanent establishment in B.C.
Associated employers share exemption
Who can I contact for more information about the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC?
You can contact Government of British Columbia (BC) by email at ITBTaxQuestions@gov.bc.ca or by phone at 1-877-387-3332.
Where is the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC available?
The Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC?
Employer Health Tax relief (EHT) BC is funded by Government of British Columbia (BC)