provincial · British Columbia

RAP rent help (working families)

Both are BC Housing rent subsidies paid by direct deposit on the last working day of each month, in arrears, and both require annual reapplication and filing of income tax.

Check if I qualify

Verified Aug 22, 2026
provincial program · British Columbia

Housing

At a glance

Worth:: ceilings $1,950–$2,200
Who:: Room-and-board arrangements count 50% of the amount paid as "rent" for SAFER
Apply:: Official program page

What it could be worth

Amount

ceilings $1,950–$2,200

How it benefits you

Both are BC Housing rent subsidies paid by direct deposit on the last working day of each month, in arrears, and both require annual reapplication and filing of income tax.

What you need to qualify or apply

Eligibility

Room-and-board arrangements count 50% of the amount paid as "rent" for SAFER
Both benefits are non-taxable but must be declared if over $500/year (T5007 issued)
Neither affects eligibility for the other program you don't qualify for; SAFER recipients' bus pass/Senior's Supplement T5007s are excluded from income calculations.

How to apply

Both are BC Housing rent subsidies paid by direct deposit on the last working day of each month, in arrears, and both require annual reapplication and filing of income tax
You cannot receive either while on provincial income/disability assistance (that shelter need is covered by your assistance shelter allowance), except when only receiving Medical Services Only funding
Room-and-board arrangements count 50% of the amount paid as "rent" for SAFER
Both benefits are non-taxable but must be declared if over $500/year (T5007 issued).