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Greener Homes Grant
Window Upgrades
Grant amount is per rough opening
To understand terms, see Definitions
ENERGY STAR Certified
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Must be on NRCan Approved List
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Must have:
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U-Factor < 1.22 W/m²K, or
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Energy Rating ≥ 34
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Grant amount:
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$125 each
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ENERGY STAR Most Efficient
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Must be on NRCan Approved List
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Must have:
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U-Factor < 1.05 W/m²K, or
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Energy Rating ≥ 40
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Grant amount:
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$250 each
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For details, see government website
Door Upgrades
Grant amount is per rough opening
To understand terms, see Definitions
Hinged Doors
ENERGY STAR Certified
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Must be on NRCan Approved List
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Must have:
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U-Factor < 1.22 W/m²K, or
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Energy Rating ≥ 34
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Grant amount:
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$125 each
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Sliding Glass Door
ENERGY STAR Certified
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Must be on NRCan Approved List
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Must have:
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U-Factor < 1.22 W/m²K, or
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Energy Rating ≥ 34
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Grant amount:
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$125 each
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Sliding Glass Door
ENERGY STAR Most Efficient
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Must be on NRCan Approved List
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Must have:
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U-Factor < 1.05 W/m²K, or
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Energy Rating ≥ 40
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Grant amount:
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$125 each
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For details, see government website
Questions
Do all my windows need to be replaced?
No, you can replace as many or few as you would like.
Do skylights qualify for rebates?
No, skylights do not qualify for rebates at this time.
Does adding a new window to my house qualify?
No, only replacement windows qualify for rebates. New rough openings are not included.
Definitions
Rough Opening: a framed opening that may be able to hold one or more windows and/or doors.
ENERGY STAR: A certification standard for energy efficiency. Developed by the US Government, it is commonly used in Canada.
U-Factor: a measure for a window's insulating ability. A low U-factor indicates high performance.
Energy Rating: a measure of overall window performance. Calculations are based on U-factor, solar heat gain, and air leakage. The higher the number, the more efficient the product
How to Apply
Greener Homes Grant
Step 1
Create your application
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
Once you have selected HomeStep.ca you are automatically added to our waitlist.
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
We will also contact you directly once your application appears in our waitlist.
Step 3
Pre-retrofit EnerGuide home evaluation
You must complete a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation before beginning the retrofits to be eligible for the grant.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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Book directly over the phone or
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