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Open
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 1, 2026
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This program provides permissive tax exemptions of up to 100% for eligible properties in North Cowichan. It supports registered non-profit, charitable, and worship organizations whose property is used for community, recreational, cultural, educational, or charitable purposes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Use of property for municipal, recreational, cultural, or charitable purposes.
- Provision of community services or programs that benefit North Cowichan residents.
- Use of property for public worship.
Documents Needed
- Completed Permissive Tax Exemption Application form
- Proof of organization registration or good standing
- Most recent financial statements
- Projected income and expense budget
- Supporting documents for leases, agreements, or revenue-generating activities, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit organizations
- Charitable organizations
- Places of worship
- Private schools
- Hospitals
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not registered in British Columbia as a non-profit society or charitable organization
- Applicants in arrears with the Municipality of North Cowichan
- Organizations whose property use does not comply with municipal bylaws or legislation
Eligible geographic areas
- North Cowichan, British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and mandatory eligibility criteria.
- The Finance Department prepares a summary report for Council in September.
- Council evaluates applications based on merit and financial need.
- Approved exemptions are confirmed by bylaw before October 31.
- Applicants may be asked to appear before Council for more information.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the Finance Department and then by Council.
- Approved exemptions are granted by bylaw.
- Organizations may be asked to attend Council as a delegation.
- Exemptions run in multi-year cycles and require renewal at the end of the cycle.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Permissive Tax Exemptions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Permissive Tax Exemptions. 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 Permissive Tax Exemptions?
This program provides permissive tax exemptions of up to 100% for eligible properties in North Cowichan. It supports registered non-profit, charitable, and worship organizations whose property is used for community, recreational, cultural, educational, or charitable purposes.
Who is eligible for the Permissive Tax Exemptions program?
To be eligible for the Permissive Tax Exemptions program, you must:
Registered non-profit or charity in BC
Property used for community benefit
Open to North Cowichan residents
What expenses are eligible under Permissive Tax Exemptions?
Use of property for municipal, recreational, cultural, or charitable purposes.
Provision of community services or programs that benefit North Cowichan residents.
Use of property for public worship.
Who can I contact for more information about the Permissive Tax Exemptions?
You can contact City of Cranbrook by email at finance@northcowichan.ca or by phone at 250.746.3101.
Where is the Permissive Tax Exemptions available?
The Permissive Tax Exemptions program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Permissive Tax Exemptions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Permissive Tax Exemptions is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Permissive Tax Exemptions?
Permissive Tax Exemptions is funded by City of Cranbrook