Party leaders were out and about Monday as they kicked off their first official work week of campaigning before next month’s provincial election.
BC Conservatives Leader John Rustad says if elected he plans to provide “real relief” for B.C. renters and homeowners, with his “Rustad rebate.”
Rustad announced that $3,000 per month for housing costs will be exempted from B.C. residents’ income tax.
The Conservatives say the rebate will begin with a $1,500 exemption, per month, in 2026, and increase by $500 per year to $3,000 per month.
Rustad explained the party’s announcement aims to “ease the burden on renters and homeowners while promoting fairness and economic growth.”
“Our goal is simple: put more money in the pockets of British Columbians, reduce the cost of living, and finally get our housing market under control,” Rustad shared.
The program is slated to cost over $3 billion. However, the party did not share how the rebate would be funded.
Meanwhile, NDP Leader David Eby was in Burnaby Monday morning to chat about his commitment to tackling issues in health care.
Eby says he is focusing on getting residents in the province connected with family doctors or nurse practitioners.
BC Green Leader Sonia Furstenau is spending the day in Victoria. Furstenau says her party is committed to collaboration with the goal of solving issues in health care, education, social safety.
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