About The Program
Launched on May 27, 2021, the new rebate program will pay Canadian homeowners up to $5,000 for home renovations that increase energy efficiency. It covers a range of home upgrades including heating and cooling systems, insulation, windows and doors, and solar panels.
How it works:
Apply for the program
Schedule your first home energy audit
Have qualifying upgrades completed by a licensed contractor or supplier
Schedule final energy audit
Apply for reimbursement (Be sure to keep all records and receipts!)
Rebate Amount
Up to $5,000 for home upgrades + $600 for the required EnerGuide energy audits (up to $5,600 total)
So far there has been an overwhelming positive response to this grant as you can easily add the rebate back into the prepayment of your mortgage or invest it into something that will pay you a better return!
How to Apply
You can apply directly on the Natural Resources Canada website by clicking on the button below!
Note: Only one homeowner per home can register and you will have to prove that your home is your primary residence through a government-issued ID or utility bill.
Schedule A Home Energy Audit
EnerGuide Energy Efficiency Home Evaluations are carried out by an energy advisor who is registered with Natural Resources Canada. To find a registered energy advisor near you click here.
For more information on home evaluations and what to expect click on the button below!
Qualifying Upgrades
Only upgrades that are recommended by your energy advisor are eligible for reimbursement and a list should be included in your pre-evaluation.
Certain types of retrofits can only be reimbursed to a certain amount as well, and there are some that can only be installed by licensed professionals.
Note: Make sure to take your budget into consideration to make sure any contractors hired are fully licensed
Examples:
HVAC systems
Windows and doors
Rooftop solar energy systems
Insulation & air sealing
Heat pumps, water heaters, renewable energy - and furnaces and boilers in the case of homes located in Northern Canada - must be installed by those with a license to do so, and can all be reimbursed at the max amount of 5,000
Retrofits that are not mechanical or electrical and don’t need to be installed by licensed professionals include air sealing, insulation, windows and doors, thermostats, and certain resiliency measure. All of these retrofits are eligible to be reimbursed at different values. For the full list of retrofits click here.
Note: All retrofits must be purchased in Canada and online purchases are only eligible if they are located in Canada.
Important...
Make sure you are documenting all purchases and evaluations every step of the way. You will need to keep all invoices, receipts, proof of work, and attestation forms until March 31, 2028.
If you have any questions about any of this information or want some help getting started, let us know! We are here to help.
