Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Independent Living BC provides subsidized assisted living for seniors and people with disabilities. It supports housing with meals, housekeeping, personal care, and emergency response services, with residents paying 70% of after-tax income plus a hydro surcharge.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Prince George
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Assisted living housing with support services.
- Independent living in a private unit with meals and personal care support.
Documents Needed
- Income tax filing and Notice of Assessment
- Consent form allowing CRA income sharing
- Signed declaration agreeing to pay the assessed rate
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Seniors
- People with disabilities
Who is not eligible
- People who do not meet the health authority’s criteria for assisted living.
- Individuals seeking direct application to an assisted living development.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Communities across B.C.
Processing and Agreement
- Island Health sets the annual rate based on Ministry of Health rules.
- Applicants are notified once the new rate is confirmed.
- The applicant must sign the required declaration to keep the subsidized rate.
- If income changes significantly, the rate can be recalculated.
Additional information
- The amount paid is adjusted annually by the Ministry of Health.
- Island Health notifies the applicant and provider by mail after the new rate is set.
- A temporary rate reduction may be available in cases of serious financial hardship.
- If taxes are not filed, the maximum rate may apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Independent Living BC Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Independent Living BC Program. 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 Independent Living BC Program?
Independent Living BC provides subsidized assisted living for seniors and people with disabilities. It supports housing with meals, housekeeping, personal care, and emergency response services, with residents paying 70% of after-tax income plus a hydro surcharge.
How much funding can be received?
Independent Living BC Program Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Independent Living BC Program program?
To be eligible for the Independent Living BC Program program, you must:
Health authority referral required.
Health needs must be assessed.
Must qualify for assisted living.
What expenses are eligible under Independent Living BC Program?
Assisted living housing with support services.
Independent living in a private unit with meals and personal care support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Independent Living BC Program?
You can contact BC Housing (BCH) by email at patientcarequalityoffice@northernhealth.ca or by phone at 250.565.5574.
Where is the Independent Living BC Program available?
The Independent Living BC Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Independent Living BC Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Independent Living BC Program is a Other Support