Free home energy retrofits, such as insulation and heat pumps, for low-to-median-income homeowners and tenants, delivered through programs in participating provinces. In B.C., you apply through BC Hydro or FortisBC depending on your electricity provider. The federal government doesn't take applications directly.
Energy upgrades: grants and funding in Ontario
5 current programs, 0 open now, ordered by deadline. Always check the funder’s page before you apply.
Includes federal programs open to applicants in Ontario. All of Canada
Current programs
Enbridge Gas home energy programs in Ontario: a $75 instant rebate on a smart thermostat, free insulation and draft-proofing through the Home Winterproofing Program for households that meet income or assistance-program rules, and Home Renovation Savings rebates for heat pumps, insulation, windows and solar.
Up to $12,000
Ontario home rebates from Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas for heat pumps (up to $7,500 for a cold-climate air-source heat pump, up to $12,000 for ground-source), insulation, windows and doors ($100 per opening), a home energy assessment ($600) and more. Do two or more upgrades after an assessment to bundle, or claim single upgrades.
Up to $3,000
Save on Energy programs for Ontario small businesses: incentives of up to $3,000 for efficient lighting and up to $2,500 for other equipment through the Small Business Program, instant discounts on lighting at participating distributors, and a $75 prepaid card for joining Peak Perks.
Save on Energy incentives for upgrading equipment such as HVAC and manufacturing equipment in Ontario commercial, industrial, municipal, multi-residential and farm buildings, up to 50% of eligible project costs. Choose set incentives from a list or custom incentives based on verified savings. You need pre-approval before you install.