BC Scrap-It Program Discontinued 2026

The BC SCRAP-IT Program, which operated in British Columbia for 30 years, has effectively come to an end in 2026.

The program was originally established to encourage residents to retire older, high-mileage, mechanically failing, and higher-polluting vehicles, in the hopes that they would replace them with cleaner transportation options like clean energy vehicles (PHEVs, ZEVs, and EVs).

Over the years, it has offered various incentives for electric vehicles, electric bicycles, public transit, and even ride sharing, as well as many other alternatives. However, like all good things, a key component of the program has come to an end.

Why Did They Cancel the BC Scrap-It Program?

SCRAP-IT was the first program of its kind in Canada and absolutely influenced people to make more environmentally friendly choices when deciding what type of vehicle to purchase.

However, the program has been significantly reduced. The traditional SCRAP-IT incentives, particularly the larger rebates that were once available toward the purchase of new or used electric vehicles, are no longer offered.

This means that consumers should not expect the former $3,000–$6,000 vehicle replacement incentives that made SCRAP-IT so popular across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Does BC Still Have the Scrap-It Program?

What remains is a much smaller version of the program. As of 2026, the official SCRAP-IT website lists a $300 cash rebate for qualifying vehicles that are scrapped through the program.

You still submit applications for the rebated through the BC Scrap-It program website as you always have. However, you’re offered a fixed rebate towards your vehicle. Rather than incentives towards a new one.

So, it’s fair to say that the BC Scrap-It program has not completely disappeared but rather has been reverted back to how the program originally started, with its $300 scrap payout.

How Does the BC Scrap-It Program Work?

Unlike when you scrap your car with our scrap car removal services, the BC Scrap-It program has requirements in order to obtain the $300 rebate. Which is unfavourable to many people who are considering scrapping their vehicle.

Step One:

First, you’ll need to meet the ownership requirements. The vehicle you’re scrapping must have been insured in your name in BC consistently for at least 6 months.

With More Cash For Scrap, we gladly purchase out of province cars that can’t pass inspection. Thus, cannot be insured or registered in British Columbia.

This is why many Lower Mainland residents who are new to the province choose our scrap car removal services over programs like the BC Scrap-It program.

Step Two:

You need to fill out an online application, providing them with all of your details ahead of time. It typically takes a day or two to get a response.

Once again, another reason people choose our junk car removal service is because we are able to provide them with instant cash offers right over the phone or by text in real-time.

You’ll never need to wait a day or two to find out how much your car is worth, or to have it removed for you.

Step Three:

Wait. Nobody likes waiting. And when you scrap your car with the BC Scrap-It program, that’s literally one of the first requirements; to wait for a response.

Not everybody gets approved to get the $300 rebate. Which as much as it can frustrating for a lot of people, we at More Cash For Scrap love it, because it sends customers our way!

Furthermore, we strive to make our customers feel like they are MORE than just a number to us. Customer service is at the forefront of everything we do here.

Step Four:

Take your entire vehicle to an authorized junkyard, scrapyard, or salvage yard. That means that you can’t take a vehicle in that is missing any parts or components.

This is definitely a negative for those who want to scrap their vehicle but have removed parts to either be sold or used on another vehicle. And it’s another driver for customers to choose More Cash For Scrap.

Not only that, but if the vehicle you’re scrapping doesn’t run, you’ll need to have it towed to the authorized scrapyard. And that tow bill will certainly eat up a lot, if not all, of your expected $300 rebate.

Cash for Scrap Cars in Metro Vancouver

At More Cash For Scrap, we provide free towing from anywhere in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

From Hope to Squamish, we pick up junk cars entirely free of charge. And we provide this service 7 days a week, from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM. We even operate on most statutory holidays.

And unlike some other scrap car buyers in the Lower Mainland, we never deduct towing charges from our offer. We base our offers on what your car is, what’s wrong with it, current metal weight dat, and a few other things.

Step Five:

Once you’ve met all the criteria as outlined on the BC Scrap-It website and successfully delivered your car to one of their authorized junkyards, you’ll get an e-transfer with your $300 payment in it.

This can take a few days, and it’s yet another reason that people choose professional scrap car removal services like the one you’ll find here at More Cash For Scrap.

We provide instant cash payments, and our driver pays you cash in hand. However, we are always MORE than happy to send your payment by e-transfer as well if you prefer!

BC Scrap-It Program Ends in 2026

While there are still rebates available to consumers through the BC Scrap-It Program, they are considerably less than what they were.

Gone are the $400 and $500 rebates, as are some of the other incentives like the rebates offered when purchasing an e-bike.

As are the rebates offered when becoming a subscribing member of any of the ride share companies offered throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Scrap Car Removal Vancouver

As you can see, scrapping your vehicle with the BC Scrap-It program has a mixture of pros and cons.

And while it works great if you meet all of the criteria and can get your vehicle to one of their authorized salvage yards, it isn’t ideal for many people who want to sell a vehicle that no longer runs or is incomplete.

This is why Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents turn to the scrap car removal services of More Cash For Scrap. Because we make scrapping a car quick and easy.

Easy Car Removal in Metro Vancouver

Since 2005, we’ve been buying junk cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, and even commercial vehicles for top dollar.

Not only that, but we do this while always providing free towing and prompt scrap car pick-up.

Because we live and work in many of the areas we service, we can typically pick up your scrap car the same day that you contact us.

How Much Can I Scrap My Car for Today?

Every vehicle has a different value. And unlike the BC Scrap-it Program, we don’t cap our payouts at $300. In fact, we’ve been know to pay up to as much as $1500 for vehicles, depending on a variety of circumstances.

Vehicles that are still running, are of a high-end make and model, have highly desirable parts, and many other factors will definitely warrant a higher cash payment.

Just give our scrap car removal team a quick call and provide us with some basic details about your vehicle. The make, model, year, and condition is all we need to get started.

Contact Our Junk Car Removal Team Today!

After we get a few basic details about your vehicle, our scrap car removal team will present you with an instant cash offer right over the phone.

If you accept our offer, we’ll arrange for our free junk car towing service to come collect your car as quickly as possible. This is offered 7 days a week, from 7:00 AM-11:00 PM.

So, if you want MORE customer service. Along with MORE flexible scrap car removal times. And MORE cash for scrap cars than what the other guys are offering, choose More Cash For Scrap.