British Columbia
Yard rebates in Okanagan
3 programs can pay Okanagan residents for yard projects: 2 run by the council or the utilities that serve it. The largest, RDCO FireSmart Rebate (Central Okanagan East and West), pays up to $1,000 per household.
Utility programs only apply to that utility’s customers, so check who supplies your water and power.
Central Okanagan programs
Open to residents anywhere in the region.
- Limited funds
Central Okanagan Lawn Swap: Go Electric Rebate
Regional District of Central Okanagan
Up to $150, no more than 50% of the cost of the new electric equipment; one rebate per household
Up to $150 per household
- Seasonal
Central Okanagan Subsidized Backyard Composter Sale
Regional District of Central Okanagan (Regional Waste Reduction Office)
Backyard composters sold at a subsidized price each March (price set for each sale)
May apply
These cover only part of the region. Check that your address or utility is in the service area.
- Waitlist
RDCO FireSmart Rebate (Central Okanagan East and West)
Regional District of Central Okanagan
50% of labour and supply costs, up to $1,000 (2025 program)
Up to $1,000 per household
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Source: Sow, “Yard rebates in Okanagan, British Columbia,” checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/cities/okanagan-canada/rebates
Sow is not affiliated with any of these agencies or utilities. Amounts and rules change, often at the start of a fiscal year, so confirm the details on the official page before you start a project. How we research these programs
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