Solar Rebates by Province: What You Can Claim in 2025
Written by Solenery
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Introduction
How much can you actually save when you go solar in Canada? That depends on where you live.
As of 2025, there is no longer a federal solar rebate program available for homeowners. However, many provinces continue to offer top-up incentives, local utility rebates, and property tax exemptions that can still add up to thousands in savings.
This guide breaks down the solar rebates available across Canada in 2025, including how to qualify, apply, and whether you can stack incentives from multiple programs. If you’re looking for a province-by-province snapshot of solar support — this is it.
Ontario: Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+)
Ontario Solar Details
- Max rebate: Up to $10,600 (when bundling solar with other upgrades)
- Delivered by: Enbridge Gas
- Eligibility:
- Must use a certified energy advisor for pre/post audits
- Solar component eligible for a ~$1,250 top-up
- Other support:
- Audit reimbursement
- Net metering available through Hydro One and other utilities
Tip: To qualify for full HER+ funding, solar is best bundled with insulation or heat pump upgrades.
British Columbia: CleanBC Solar Support
BC Solar Details
- Direct solar rebate: None currently
- Other support:
- CleanBC Better Homes program offers incentives for heat pumps and energy upgrades
- Net metering available via BC Hydro
- Solar may be included in bundled upgrade packages for whole-home retrofits
Note: Use the CleanBC rebate eligibility tool to find stackable upgrade paths that may include solar in multi-measure incentives.
Alberta: City-Based Rebates + Strong Net Metering
Alberta Solar Details
- No provincial rebate as of 2025
- Municipal programs (examples):
- Medicine Hat: $1,000/kW up to $5,000
- Banff: 50% of system cost, up to $5,000
- Other support:
- Alberta’s Micro-Generation Regulation supports solar under 150 kW
- Excellent net metering in many utility zones
Tip: Check the Solar Alberta incentive directory for active municipal programs.
Nova Scotia: Efficiency Nova Scotia Rebates
Nova Scotia Solar Details
- Max rebate: Up to $9,000 for residential solar (depending on system size)
- Program includes:
- Upfront rebate for solar installation
- Additional incentives for insulation and heat pumps
- Monthly net metering through Nova Scotia Power
- No HST on residential solar
Example: A 6 kW system may receive over $8,000 in combined Efficiency NS support.
Prince Edward Island (PEI): Most Generous Solar Rebate
PEI Solar Details
- Program: Energy Efficiency Equipment Rebates
- Max rebate: Up to $10,000
- Eligibility:
- Owner-occupied homes
- Solar, heat pumps, and insulation are all eligible
- Other perks:
- No HST
- Net metering via Maritime Electric
Note: PEI leads Canada in per-capita solar support for homeowners.
Quebec: Minimal Support for Grid-Tied Solar
Quebec Solar Details
- Provincial rebate: None for grid-connected systems
- Net metering: Not available through Hydro-Québec
- Other details:
- Focus is on off-grid and northern community solar projects
- Some QST/GST exemptions available for broader efficiency upgrades
Tip: Quebec homeowners interested in solar usually do so for energy independence or self-consumption only.
Snapshot of Other Provinces & Territories
Other Provinces/Territories Solar Summary
| Province/Territory | Program | Max Rebate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manitoba | None | $0 | Strong net metering via Manitoba Hydro |
| Saskatchewan | None | $0 | Net metering available; reduced buy-back rate |
| New Brunswick | Total Home Energy Savings Program | Up to $5,000 | Includes solar; stackable with home energy upgrades |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | None | $0 | Focus is on heat pumps, not solar |
| Yukon | Good Energy Rebate | Up to $5,000 | For solar, battery systems, and off-grid tech |
| Northwest Territories | Arctic Energy Alliance | Varies | Community and off-grid programs only |
| Nunavut | Nunavut Energy Retrofit Program | Varies | Focused on public infrastructure or off-grid applications |
Conclusion
As of 2025, solar incentives in Canada are highly regional. While federal support has ended, provinces like PEI, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and some Alberta municipalities continue to offer strong local rebates and financing tools. Knowing where to look — and when to stack — is key to maximizing your solar savings.