Provincial Clean Energy Incentives Explained: Ontario, BC, and Quebec (2025 Edition)

Introduction

Canada’s provinces play a key role in accelerating clean energy adoption by offering tailored incentives that complement federal financing.

As of 2025, while the Canada Greener Homes Grant has been discontinued, generous provincial and utility programs remain in effect.

If you live in Ontario, British Columbia, or Quebec, understanding the specific rebates and loan programs available in your province can help you maximize your savings on solar panels, heat pumps, insulation, and more.

Ontario’s Clean Energy Incentives

Ontario has a diverse energy market with several programs supporting home retrofits and renewable energy.

Key Programs:

Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+):

• Offered by Enbridge Gas, HER+ provides up to $10,600 for upgrades like insulation, windows, doors, and cold-climate heat pumps.
• Must be an Enbridge customer and complete an EnerGuide energy assessment.

Net Metering (Ongoing):

• Allows solar producers (up to 50 kW) to earn bill credits for excess electricity exported to the grid.

Utility-Specific Rebates:

Programs from Alectra, Hydro One, and Toronto Hydro include:

• Smart Thermostats: $75–$100
• EV Chargers: $250–$600
• Lighting & Efficiency Tech: Varies by utility

Tips for Ontario Homeowners:

• Stack HER+ rebates with the Canada Greener Homes Loan for zero-interest financing.
• Check your utility provider’s website for additional rebate layers.
• Net metering remains one of the best ways to reduce electricity bills through solar.

British Columbia’s Clean Energy Programs

British Columbia is a leader in clean energy incentives, with broad support for electrification and home upgrades.

Major Incentives:

CleanBC Better Homes Program:

• Up to $16,000 in rebates
• Covers heat pumps, insulation, windows, and air sealing
• Additional $1,200+ in bonus rebates for bundled retrofits
• Free energy coaching included

BC Hydro & FortisBC Rebates:

• Smart Thermostats: $100
• EV Chargers: Up to $350
• Full retail net metering credits for solar energy systems

Tips for BC Residents:

• Use income-based scaling for larger rebates on heat pumps and insulation.
• Call a free energy coach to customize your upgrade plan.
• Stack utility incentives with CleanBC for maximum impact.

Quebec’s Clean Energy Incentives

Quebec, powered by Hydro-Québec, offers strong incentives to reduce fossil fuel heating and promote electric systems.

Key Programs:

Chauffez Vert:

• Up to $5,000 for switching from oil to electric heating (including heat pumps)
• Often paired with other Hydro-Québec incentives

Hydro-Québec LogisVert:

• Up to $6,700 for eligible cold-climate heat pump systems
• Bonus rebates for combining insulation or air sealing measures

Rénoclimat Program:

• Up to $20,000 for single-family homes
• Up to $40,000 for duplexes
• $150 refund on your energy audit

Net Metering (Ongoing):

• Solar installations up to 50 kW can offset consumption and receive credits

Tips for Quebec Homeowners:

• Consider switching from oil to electricity to qualify for Chauffez Vert and LogisVert together.
• Use Rénoclimat for deep retrofits—especially if doing major upgrades like insulation + solar.
• Take advantage of rebated energy assessments to guide your project.

Conclusion

While federal grants have changed, provinces like Ontario, BC, and Quebec continue to offer powerful rebates and financing to help homeowners save on clean energy upgrades.

Whether you’re planning to install a heat pump, solar panels, or better insulation, these incentives can significantly reduce your upfront cost—and your monthly bills.