Eby pledges $1,000 annual tax cut for BC families

David Eby announced that starting next year, the average family in British Columbia will receive a $1,000 tax cut. Speaking to supporters in Surrey, Eby emphasized that over 90% of British Columbians would benefit from the plan, which aims to help families struggling with inflation and high interest rates.

“It’s tough for many families right now—costs for everyday essentials are soaring,” Eby said. “People need help now, not months or years down the road. Our middle-class tax cut will support those feeling the pressure of high grocery prices.”

Eby’s plan will exempt an additional $10,000 of individual income from tax each year, translating to over $1,000 in tax cuts for households and more than $500 for individuals. The tax cut will be delivered through a direct rebate.

In contrast, Eby criticized John Rustad’s proposal, which he claimed would delay relief for up to 18 months, with full benefits only arriving by 2029. “Rustad’s plan is complicated, benefits fewer people, and forces British Columbians to wait too long for the help they need,” Eby said.

Eby also pointed to Rustad’s track record in government, where he cut taxes for the wealthiest 2% while increasing fees for everyone else. For example, Surrey residents had to pay over $10,000 in tolls to commute over the Port Mann Bridge a year.

“Rustad has consistently supported tax cuts for the rich while ordinary people paid the price,” Eby added. “He’s done it before, and he would do it again. British Columbians deserve better. If we earn their trust in this election, we’ll ensure families don’t just get by—they get ahead.”