Rebate Program Expression of Intent

Step 2: Expression of Intent Form

The City's FireSmart Rebate Programs aim to support residents in making their properties more resilient against wildfires. 

  • The Community Fuel Reduction Incentive program helps residents reduce the risk of property loss from a wildfire by removing hazardous cedar and juniper vegetation (trees, shrubs, hedges) near their homes. The incentive covers a minimum of $150 up to a maximum of $800 per household per program year based on the quantity of vegetation removal required.
  • The FireSmart Home Improvement Rebate program helps residents reduce the risk of property loss from a wildfire through a range of home improvements that make their property more fire resilient. Recommendations during a FireSmart assessment could include improvements to vents, gutters, windows, siding, roofing, decks, and more. The rebate covers 50% of recommended home improvement costs up to a maximum of $1,000 per household per program year. 

Property owners who received a FireSmart assessment, qualify for either rebate, and plan to complete the work necessary to claim them must complete this form to enter the rebate program.

NOTICE: Homeowners will have until Nov 15 of the program year to complete the work, at which time any reserved funding will be release for use by future program participants. Please don't complete this form until you are ready to do the work (with contractors lined up, if needed).

Once the work is complete, owners must submit a final form to verify the work and receive rebates.

Questions? Or do you need help with this form? Please call us at 250-828-3472 for assistance.

I plan to complete work and claim rebates through the following program(s)
Additional questions for the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive Rebate

The number of hazards to be removed is identified on your FireSmart Assessment Form.

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Provide the total cost as noted at the end of your FireSmart assessment form.

Will you be hiring a professional to remove the vegetation or remove it yourself?

Enter the date that work will be completed by. Reimbursements are offered on a first completed, first serve basis. You will need to submit photos in Step 3 (Verification Form) when work is completed to receive your rebate. 

NOTICE: Homeowners have until November 15 of the program year to complete the work. Please don't apply until you are ready to do the work or have a professional lined up. 

Additional Questions for the FireSmart Home Improvement Rebate
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Provide the total estimated costs of all eligible home improvements including billed labour, equipment rentals, and project materials.

Will you be hiring a professional to complete the improvements??

Enter the date that work will be completed by. Reimbursements are offered on a first completed, first serve basis. You will need to submit photos and receipts in Step 3 (Verification Form) when work is completed to receive your rebate. 

NOTICE: Homeowners have until November 15 of the program year to complete the work. Please don't apply until you are ready to do the work or have a professional lined up. 

This Waiver and Release of Liability ("Waiver") is executed by the undersigned property owner ("Participant") as a condition of participation in the City of Kamloops Fuel Reduction Rebate Program ("Program").

1. Acknowledgment of Program Terms
Participant acknowledges that participation in the Program is voluntary and that the City of Kamloops ("City") is providing a rebate for the removal of hazardous cedar and juniper trees, shrubs and hedges on private property. Participant further acknowledges that the City does not recommend, endorse, or assume responsibility for any contractor, arborist, landscape company or the Participant themselves if they choose to do the work personally.

2. Independent Contractor Selection
Participant understands and agrees that they are solely responsible for selecting and hiring a licensed and insured contractor, arborist, or landscape company ("Contractor") to perform the hazardous tree removal work. The City shall have no involvement in the selection, oversight, or performance of the Contractor’s work, nor of the Participant’s efforts.

3. Release of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Participant hereby releases, discharges, and holds harmless the City, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of or related to:

  • The performance or non-performance of any work by the Contractor or by the Participant;
  • Any damage to property or injury to persons resulting from the tree removal work;
  •  Any disputes between the Participant and the Contractor regarding the scope, cost, quality, or completion of the work.

4. No Warranties or Guarantees
The City makes no warranties or representations regarding the qualifications, performance, or reliability of any Contractor. The City does not warrant or guarantee that the work performed by the Contractor will be satisfactory, complete, or free of defects.

5. Indemnification
Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City from any claims, actions, or proceedings arising out of or related to the hazardous tree removal work, including but not limited to claims for property damage, bodily injury, or economic loss.

6. Agreement to Program Requirements
By signing below, Participant acknowledges they have read and understand this Waiver, agree to its terms, accepts full responsibility for the selection and engagement of the Contractor; and accepts full responsibility for any work the Participant takes on themselves. Participant further agrees to comply with all Program requirements, including submitting any necessary documentation to receive the rebate.
 

Are you interested in receiving information on other City of Kamloops home related rebate programs?

Email address required.

The City of Kamloops is collecting information under section 26(c) and (e) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (British Columbia) for the purpose of receiving, evaluating, and issuing rebates for the Community Fuel Reduction Rebate program. By completing and submitting the form below and providing supporting documentation, you acknowledge and consent to the collection and use of your information by the City of Kamloops for this purpose.

Questions about the collection, use, and disclosure of this information should be directed to Protective Services at protectiveservices@kamloops.ca.

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