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Heat Pumps

Get up to $5,000
Greener Homes Grant

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for Heat Pumps

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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Rebates

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:

    • $2,500​

  • Three or more supply outlets:

    • $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:

    • $2,500​

  • Three or more supply outlets:

    • $5,000

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For details, see government website​​

Air Source Heat Pump

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

    • $5,000​

  • Heat pump unit only

    • $3,000

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For details, see government website​​

Ground Source Heat Pump

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

    • ​$1,000​

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For details, see government website​​

Hot Water Heat Pump

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.​

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How to Apply
Greener Homes Grant

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Confirm eligibility

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Use the official criteria, or by speaking with our team.

Step 1

Create your application

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Begin your online application here

  1. Select HomeStep.ca as your service provider to conduct the EnerGuide evaluation.

  2. 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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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​​

How to Apply

$40,000 Interest-Free
Greener Homes Loan

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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.

All Rebates
BC & Federal Grants

Tell us about your project.

Book directly over the phone or

submit our online form.

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