Greener Homes Grant
The Government of Canada created the Greener Homes Grant to help you pay for retrofits, including:​​
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Heat pumps - up to $5,000
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Solar panels - up to $1,000/kW
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Windows & doors - up to $250 each
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Wall & ceiling insulation - up to $5,000
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Foundations - up to $4,275
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Air sealing - up to $1,000
How to Apply
Greener Homes Grant

Step 1
Create your application
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Begin your online application here
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Select HomeStep.ca as your service provider to conduct the EnerGuide evaluation.
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Provide your property tax roll number & your government ID
Tip: your tax roll number can be found on BC Assessment.
Step 2
Book your evaluation
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Once you have selected HomeStep.ca you are automatically added to our waitlist.
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If you have finished creating your application you are ready to book your in-person energy evaluation
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Call 604-629-8300​​
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Email service@homestep.ca
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Use our webform
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We will also contact you directly once your application appears in our waitlist.
Step 3
Pre-retrofit EnerGuide home evaluation
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You must complete a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation before beginning the retrofits to be eligible for the grant.
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An energy advisor performs the pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation, to measure the efficiency of your home. The evaluation is in-person and takes 1-2 hours. The advisor can provide upgrade guidance at this time.
Step 4
Optional: Interest-free loan
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A $40,000 interest-free loan from the Government of Canada to help pay for your renovation. For more information, see Greener Homes Loan.
Step 4B
Retrofit your home
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After the pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation is complete, you will be provided a report with the results and our recommendations. After review, you can decide which retrofits work best for you.
Step 5
Post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation
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Book a post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation, and submit the required documents online or by mail. Once complete, your new EnerGuide label will show you how much more energy-efficient your home has become.
Step 6
Request and receive your grant
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You will be asked to confirm your total grant amount, which will cover part of your retrofits cost and the cost of the energy advisor. After confirmation, you will receive a cheque by mail within 30 business days.
Step 7
For details, see government website​​
Questions
Can I qualify for multiple grants?
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Yes, however the max rebate you can receive is $5,600 which includes the $600 towards your energy evaluation.
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Can I get a grant for work already completed?
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Only retrofits completed after you book your energy evaluation are eligible for rebates.
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Can I still qualify for provincial rebates?
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Yes, you are still eligible for all provincial rebates for any qualified upgrade.
$40,000 Interest-Free
Greener Homes Loan
Interest-free loans of up to $40,000 are available from the Government of Canada to help homeowners pay for the cost of retrofits.
The Canada Greener Homes Loan works alongside the Greener Homes Grant program.
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With a 10 year, interest-free repayment term, homeowners may opt in to the loan when pursuing retrofits like insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, and more.
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Energy advisors play a key part in the delivery of the loan.
Booking an energy evaluation is a requirement to qualify for the loan.
Tell us about your project.
Book directly over the phone or
submit our online form.
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