Program begins June 1, 2010.

Save MORE water and money by taking advantage of North Cowichan's high efficiency toilet (HET) Replacement Rebate Program.  High efficiency toilets provide at least 20% water savings over the 6 litre Provincial standard.  They use 4.8 litres per flush and include dual-flush toilets.

By switching, you could save up to two-thirds less water!  That could save more than 80 litres per day or 30,000 litres per year.

For a limited time, the Municipality of North Cowichan is offering a lifetime maximum of two (2) rebates per residential dwelling.  Toilets using 13 litres or more, replaced with a CSA-approved high efficiency toilet, will give you a rebate of $75 each.

Why is the Municipality promoting this program?
This is an opportunity for the Municipality to significantly reduce both water consumption and sewage stream.  Not only is this better for the environment, but it costs money to treat the water coming in and out of your house. Using less water per flush will both conserve our valuable resource and save us all money in the long run.

Does your old toilet qualify for the replacement program?
Your toilet qualifies if its flushing capacity is greater than 13 litres.  The toilet flush volume is usually printed on the inside of the tank, on the tank label, on the back of the bowl, or on the flush valve.

Are you eligible for the rebate?
This offer only applies to Municipality of North Cowichan residents who are connected to North Cowichan’s sewer or water system. 

I am eligible, what is the next step?
1.   Pick up an application form at the North Cowichan Municipal Hall or download one from our website.  The application must be accompanied by a receipt dated after June 1, 2010 for the purchase of a CSA-approved high efficiency toilet.  The receipt must specify the manufacturer’s name and model number for the toilets. 

2.   Provide proof of installation of a CSA-approved high efficiency toilet.  Proof must also be provided that the old toilet has been removed and destroyed.  This is achieved by three photographs.
 •  a photograph of the old toilet in place
 •  a photograph of the old toilet removed with the tank broken or a receipt from the disposal facility
 •  a photograph of the new high efficiency toilet in place

North Cowichan will verify your eligibility and, if you qualify, will mail you a cheque for $75 per toilet (up to two toilets per residence).  Submission of an application does not guarantee a rebate.  Applications are processed on a first come, first served basis, while funding lasts.

What about your old toilet?
For a nominal fee, old toilets may be disposed of at Bings Creek Transfer Station located at 3900 Drinkwater Road, or at Steel Pacific Recycling located at 3015 Boys Road.

How to choose and install a good high efficiency toilet.
Please do your own research on finding a recommended high efficiency toilet.  There are many web sites and retailers where you can gather information. 

Toilets may be installed by the resident or by a licensed plumber (simple toilet replacement does not require a plumbing permit). 

High Efficiency Toilet Replacement Rebate Application Form

Building Amendment Bylaw, 2004

Notice to Builders