S.A.F.E.R
SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters) is BC Housing's financial support program for seniors who are 60+. 🤝
🏡Start the process by viewing these eligibility requirements (as of May 28, 2026):
You are age 60 or older
Your gross monthly income is less than $3,333.34 monthly or $40,000 annually
You file an annual income tax return
You have lived in BC for 12 months
You pay more than 30% of your gross, before tax, monthly household income towards rent for your home. If you live in a trailer, this includes pad rental (manufactured home) that you own and live in
You and your spouse, with whom you share a home, meet the Canadian citizenship requirements:
Canadian citizen not under sponsorship*
Individual lawfully admitted into Canada for permanent residence and not under sponsorship*
Refugee sponsored by the Government of Canada
Individual who has applied for refugee status
Ukrainians in Canada under the Canada-Ukrainian Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) visa
Next, complete a SAFER Application, attach the required documents, and submit them to BC Housing.
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