BC Housing has released details regarding eligibility and has
launched the application process of the recently created BC
Temporary Rental Supplement Program.
The program will provide a temporary rental supplement for
April, May and June, 2020 and will be paid directly to landlords.
The program gives $300 per month for eligible households with no
dependents, and $500 per month for eligible households with
dependents.
Eligibility
To qualify for the supplement, applicants must:
1. Have a 2019 household income that is less than:
- $74,150 for singles and couples without dependents; or
- $113,040 for households with dependents;
2. As a result of COVID-19:
- be receiving or eligible for Employment Insurance; or