Canadian Provincial Rebates 2025: BC, Ontario, Quebec & More
With the federal Greener Homes Grant gone, provincial programmes are now Canada's primary home energy incentive route. Here's a detailed breakdown of what each province offers — heat pumps, insulation, EV chargers, and in some cases solar — with exact figures, eligibility, and how to apply.
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British Columbia — CleanBC Better Homes
British Columbia's CleanBC Better Homes programme is the flagship provincial initiative, jointly delivered by BC Hydro, FortisBC, and the provincial government. It offers some of the highest rebates in Canada, with a particular focus on electric heat pumps and EV infrastructure.
| Upgrade | Standard rebate | Low-income enhanced rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Air-source heat pump (central) | Up to $6,000 | Up to $9,000 |
| Heat pump water heater | Up to $1,000 | Up to $2,000 |
| EV charger (Level 2) | Up to $350 | Up to $700 |
| Insulation (attic/walls) | Varies by R-value improvement | Enhanced rates |
| Home energy assessment | $200 rebate on cost | Free assessment |
How to apply: Book through the CleanBC Better Homes portal (betterhomesbc.ca) or use a participating contractor who applies instant rebates at point of sale. BC Hydro and FortisBC customers both qualify. Low-income enhanced rebates are accessed through the BC Hydro Customer Crisis Fund or FortisBC equivalent.
Ontario — Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus
Ontario's most significant provincial rebate programme for home energy retrofits is the Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus — funded by Enbridge Gas and available to natural gas customers in Ontario (and some New Brunswick customers). Note: this does not include solar panels.
| Upgrade | Rebate amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air-source heat pump | Up to $7,100 | Cold-climate units get highest rebate |
| Insulation (attic) | Up to $3,000 | Based on R-value improvement |
| Smart thermostat | Up to $85 | Nest, ecobee, Honeywell eligible |
| Windows & doors | Up to $250/window | Energy Star Most Efficient required |
| Maximum combined | Up to $10,000 | Per household across all measures |
How to apply: Register at enbridgegas.com/home-efficiency-rebate. Use a registered contractor and submit invoices within 90 days of installation. Must be an Enbridge Gas Ontario customer. Home energy assessment recommended but not mandatory for all measures.
Quebec — Chauffez Vert & Rénoclimat
Quebec's ultra-cheap hydroelectricity (~$0.07–$0.09/kWh from Hydro-Québec) means solar panels rarely make financial sense in the province. Quebec's incentive focus is therefore on fuel-switching — converting from expensive oil and propane heating to efficient electric heat pumps.
Chauffez Vert
For households currently heated with oil, propane, or natural gas, switching to an electric heat pump.
Rénoclimat
Quebec's home retrofit programme — insulation, air sealing, heat recovery ventilators.
Quebec note on solar: With electricity at ~$0.07–$0.09/kWh, a solar system's financial payback in Quebec is typically 20–30+ years — longer than the panel's useful life. Solar in Quebec is primarily an environmental choice, not a financial one. Focus on heat pump and insulation rebates where the ROI is much stronger.
Alberta — Efficiency Alberta & Micro-Generation
Alberta has a deregulated electricity market, meaning rates vary by retailer and time period. This actually creates opportunities for solar battery storage and smart energy management. The province's micro-generation regulations support net metering.
Air-source heat pumps: $750–$1,500 depending on efficiency rating (HSPF). Heat pump water heaters also eligible. Apply at efficiencyalberta.ca using registered contractors.
Alberta's Micro-Generation Regulation allows solar owners to export surplus power to the grid and receive credits. The credit rate is the distribution access rate — not the full retail rate — typically $0.04–$0.08/kWh. Calgary and Edmonton have good solar irradiance. Payback periods: 12–18 years at typical Alberta electricity rates.
Some Alberta utilities offer green energy options and community solar subscriptions. ENMAX in Calgary has offered Green Energy Credits and green add-on packages. Check your specific utility for current offers.
Nova Scotia — Efficiency NS
Nova Scotia has the highest electricity rates in Canada (~$0.18/kWh) and one of the most active provincial efficiency programmes. Both solar and heat pumps make strong financial sense here.
| Upgrade | Rebate amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump (ducted) | Up to $2,000 | Cold-climate units preferred |
| Ductless mini-split heat pump | Up to $500/unit | Multiple units eligible |
| Insulation | Up to $3,500 | Attic, basement, walls |
| Home energy assessment | Subsidised / free for eligible | Required for most retrofit rebates |
Our heat pump vs. furnace calculator shows your annual running cost savings based on your province's electricity and gas rates — to see whether switching makes financial sense before you apply for rebates.