Program Update:
Registration Now Closed
Registrations for the Greener Homes Grant closed on February 12th, 2024 at 2pm. If you have not received an AP number, you can no longer apply.
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The Greener Homes Loan program will continue to take new applicants.
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If you need assistance booking your second, post-retrofit evaluation, regardless of which service organization you started with, please contact our team.
Heat Pump Grants
The Greener Homes Grant helps you pay for a new or replacement heat pump:​
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Air Source Heat Pumps - up to $5,000
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Ground Source Heat Pumps - up to $5,000​
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Heat Pump Hot Water Heaters - up to $1,000
Air Source Heat Pumps
Heat pumps must be on the list of eligible products
To understand terms, see Definitions
ENERGY STAR Certified
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HSPF ≥ 10 in Zone 4
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Two supply outlets:
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$2,500​
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Three or more supply outlets:
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$4,000​
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Cold-Climate Heat Pump
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COP ≥ 1.8 at -15 °C
HSPF ≥ 10 in Zone 4
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Two supply outlets:
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$2,500​
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Three or more supply outlets:
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$5,000
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For details, see government website​​
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Heat pumps must be on the list of eligible products
To understand terms, see Definitions
Ground Source Heat Pump
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Must meet Energy Efficiency Regulations
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Full system, including underground water source
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$5,000​
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Heat pump unit only
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$3,000
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For details, see government website​​
Heat Pump Water Heaters
Heat pumps must be on the list of eligible products
To understand terms, see Definitions
ENERGY STAR Certified
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Replace your water heater with a domestic heat pump water heater
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​$1,000​
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For details, see government website​​
Questions
Does my existing fuel type matter?
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No, you will be qualified for the same rebate amount regardless of your existing fuel type.
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If I have a secondary suite am I still eligible?
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Yes, however you are required to heat the suite with the same system or a secondary qualified heat pump system.
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Can I have a furnace as a back up system?
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Yes, dual-fuel systems are eligible for rebates. However, you must confirm that all components of the dual-fuel system are rated and tested together. We are happy to review system information to check eligibility before you have them installed.
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Can I also claim the provincial rebates?
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Yes, for more information see our page on provincial heat pump rebates.
Definitions
Air source heat pump (ASHP): the most common type of heat pump, air-source units are entirely above ground.
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Cold-climate heat pump (ccASHP): an air-source heat pump that operates efficiently at cold temperatures. Units are typically rated for -15C to -30C.
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Ground source heat pump (GSHP): require an accompanying network of underground pipes. Ground source units require a large land footprint to install and may not be suitable for all property types.​
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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Submit a 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​​
$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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