BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations
BC RAHA
The BC Rebate for Accessible Home Adaptations (BC RAHA) provides up to $17,500 in rebates toward home adaptations that directly address a person's permanent disability or loss of ability. It helps homeowners and renters make changes such as ramps, grab bars, widened doorways, and accessible bathrooms so they can stay safely in their home. BC RAHA replaced the former Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program.
Useful Tips for Applying
Get pre-approval before any work begins. Focus adaptations on those that directly address the permanent disability or loss of ability to meet the program's criteria. If you are a renter, talk to your landlord early since their agreement is required. Keep all receipts and invoices for the approved work.
Who May Qualify
You may qualify if you are a BC homeowner or renter, you or someone in your household has a permanent disability or loss of physical ability, your household income and assets are below the program limits, and the planned adaptations directly address that disability or loss of ability.
Required Documents
Documentation of a permanent disability or loss of physical ability (from a health professional), household income information, and details and quotes for the planned adaptations. Renters need the property owner's agreement.
How to Apply
Apply through BC Housing's BC RAHA page. Pre-approval is required before you start work, so submit your application and supporting documents first.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
A common mistake is starting renovations before approval, which can make the work ineligible. Another is not realizing renters can apply (with the property owner's agreement). People also confuse BC RAHA with the older HAFI program — applications now go through BC RAHA.
Preparing an application?
The Application Helper walks you through each question on this benefit's form in plain language.
Application denied?
If your application is turned down, the Appeals Guide explains filing deadlines, escalation levels, and where to find free legal and advocate help.
Resources in this area
Disability Alliance BC (DABC)
DABC is a provincial cross-disability organization that supports British Columbians with disabilities through advocacy, public education, and direct assistance. Its Advocacy Access program provides one-to-one help applying for provincial and federal disability benefits.
View details Legal ServicesAccess Pro Bono
Free legal services for low-income BC residents, including disability benefit appeals, human rights complaints, and access-to-justice programs.
View details RecreationBC Wheelchair Sports Association
Provides wheelchair sports and adaptive recreation programs across BC including basketball, tennis, rugby, and athletics for people with physical disabilities.
View detailsAccessible Compass is an independent guide — we are not a government agency and do not process applications or approve benefits. We provide general information only, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Program rules may change. Always confirm with official government sources.
