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It is also responsible for provincial tax administration and debt collection. Featured topics BC Budget Reader-friendly, plain-language overview of the provincial Budget including tax changes. Speculation and Vacancy Tax The speculation and vacancy tax is an annual tax based on how owners use residential properties in areas in B.C. affected most by the current housing shortage crisis. Home Owner Grant and property tax deferrals Learn how to apply for a home owner grant and how you can apply for or renew deferment of a portion or all of your residential or residential and farm property taxes, after the home owner grant is deducted. BC Assessment BC Assessment is an independent, provincial Crown corporation that develops and maintains real property assessments throughout British Columbia in addition to providing real property information. Public Accounts The Province of British Columbia’s audited financial statements and other key financial information for the past fiscal year. 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