Wildfire defensible space · British Columbia

Merritt FireSmart Rebate Program

Run by City of Merritt (Merritt FireSmart)

PausedLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
50% of the cost of eligible activities, up to $2,500 per property
Maximum
$2,500 per household
Who qualifies
Residential property owners within Merritt's municipal boundaries; stratas for common property. Priority to first-time applicants.
Where
Residential property owners within the City of Merritt.
Status
Paused. Both 2026 application intakes have closed; approved projects must finish by October 31, 2026.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Apply and get a free Wildfire Mitigation Assessment, then complete the recommended FireSmart work on your home and yard within 60 days for a 50% rebate.

Requirements

  • Submit a FireSmart Rebate Application during an intake
  • Wildfire Mitigation Assessment by a qualified specialist, with before photos and a Work Hours Estimate Form
  • Only recommended activities in the estimate form are eligible
  • Work completed within 60 days of the assessment (extensions possible) and by October 31, 2026
  • Re-assessment after the work; receipts for all expenses

How to apply

  1. 1Submit the FireSmart Rebate Application during the April or July intake
  2. 2Have the free Wildfire Mitigation Assessment done
  3. 3Complete the approved projects within 60 days
  4. 4Book the re-assessment and submit receipts

Timing and deadlines

2026 intakes April 1-30 and July 1-31; projects completed by October 31, 2026.

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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

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