Wildfire defensible space · British Columbia

Mackenzie FireSmart Rebate Program

Run by District of Mackenzie

Limited fundsPlan requiredLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
50% cost share up to $1,000 (e.g. $400 of work earns $200; $2,000 or more earns $1,000); your labour counts at $32/hour
Maximum
$1,000 per household
Who qualifies
Mackenzie homeowners whose homes are assessed by a District Wildfire Mitigation Specialist.
Where
Homeowners in the District of Mackenzie.
Status
Limited funds. 2026 applications open until October 31, 2026, first-come first-served.
Type of payment
Cost share
Official program page

What you do

Get a free FireSmart home assessment, make a rebate work plan with the mitigation specialist, then do the recommended work yourself or with a contractor and apply for a 50% cost-share rebate.

Requirements

  • Free FireSmart home assessment through the FireSmart BC Wildfire Mitigation Program
  • A rebate work plan prepared with the specialist
  • Only work in the assessment report is eligible
  • Track hours and expenses on the Rebate Work Hours Form; receipts for contractors and materials
  • Follow-up visit required

The plan or design it asks for

A rebate work plan, prepared with the Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, listing the FireSmart actions you will do and their priority.

Make the plan in Sow

Draw the layout and build the plant list

Sow places plants on a photo of your yard and keeps a list of everything you add. Check District of Mackenzie's rules for exactly what to submit.

Start a plan in Sow

How to apply

  1. 1Request a free assessment online, by email or at 250-997-4221
  2. 2Complete a rebate work plan with your Wildfire Mitigation Specialist
  3. 3Do the recommended work, logging hours and receipts
  4. 4Submit the rebate application package and book the follow-up visit

Timing and deadlines

Applications May 1 to October 31, 2026; work can continue over winter for next year's intake.

October 31, 2026

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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Source: Sow, “Mackenzie FireSmart Rebate Program,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/british-columbia/mackenzie-firesmart-rebate