Rain barrels and cisterns · British Columbia

CVRD Rainwater Cistern Rebate

Run by Cowichan Valley Regional District

Out of fundsLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Level 1: 50% up to $500 for at least 1,000 imperial gallons (4,546 L); Level 2: 50% up to $1,000 for at least 2,000 imperial gallons (9,092 L)
Maximum
$1,000 per household
Who qualifies
All residential property owners in CVRD electoral areas, member municipalities and First Nations.
Where
Residential property owners anywhere in the Cowichan Valley Regional District.
Status
Out of funds. 2026 cistern funding exhausted; applications go on a waiting list in case funding becomes available.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Install one or more rainwater cisterns holding at least 1,000 imperial gallons to store winter rain for summer irrigation and outdoor use.

Requirements

  • Cisterns must be CSA and NSF rated for potable use
  • At least 18.58 square metres (200 sq ft) of roof collection area
  • Several cisterns can be combined to meet the minimum volume
  • Pre-approval with before photos showing the cistern location
  • Purchase and installation in the same calendar year; itemized receipts required
  • Owner is responsible for meeting codes and regulations
  • One cistern rebate per property over the life of the program

How to apply

  1. 1Submit the cistern pre-approval form with before photos to [email protected] or at 175 Ingram Street, Duncan
  2. 2Once pre-approved, install within 90 days or by year end
  3. 3Submit the claim form, receipts, photos and program survey

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “CVRD Rainwater Cistern Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/british-columbia/cvrd-cistern-rebate

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