What are the eligibility requirements for "B.C. Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER)"?

Reside in an eligible province (BC) Be at least 60 years old Net family income under $40,000 Eligible housing tenure (renter)

01.Program sheetProvincial program

Housing · BC

B.C. Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER)

Monthly rent supplement for low- to moderate-income British Columbia residents aged 60 and over who rent in the private market.

Technical sheet

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Category: Housing
Jurisdiction: BC
Amount: Based on situation
Official schedule: Monthly supplement calculated from income and eligible rent. Since April 2025, the income limit is $40,000 and the average monthly supplement for existing seniors rises to $337.

Sources and verification

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Eligibility · application · documents

Eligibility conditions

How to apply

01
Submit a SAFER application to BC Housing with income and rent supporting documents.
02
Reapply every year if you already receive SAFER.
03
Report any rent, address or income change promptly.

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Housing

Related programs in the same category, with maximum annual amount.
Program and reference	Detail
01Seniors Home Adaptation and Repair Program (Alberta)Provincial
02B.C. Home Owner GrantProvincial
03Property tax deferment program (British Columbia)Provincial
04BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations (BC RAHA)Provincial

Program and reference