Your Guide to Federal and Provincial Clean Energy Incentives in 2025

Introduction

Thinking of going solar? Upgrading to a heat pump? Replacing leaky windows?

There’s never been a better time to make energy-efficient upgrades in Canada—and government incentives are a big reason why.

In 2025, homeowners across the country can access thousands of dollars in grants, interest-free loans, and utility rebates for clean energy upgrades.

But each province has different offers, and it’s easy to miss out on funding you qualify for.

This guide breaks it all down—so you can upgrade smarter, not harder.

Federal Incentives Available Canada-Wide

No matter where you live, these programs are open to eligible homeowners across Canada.

Top Federal Programs in 2025:

Canada Greener Homes Loan

• Up to $40,000, interest-free for 10 years
• Must be paired with eligible upgrades (solar, heat pumps, insulation, windows)

Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) Program

• Up to $10,000 (plus $250 top-up)
• For low- to median-income households switching from oil to a heat pump

Federal EV Rebate

• Up to $5,000 for eligible electric vehicles
• Can be stacked with provincial EV rebates

Good to Know:
The Greener Homes Grant has ended, but the loan remains active.
If you’re planning a retrofit, it’s still one of the best financing tools available.

British Columbia – CleanBC & BC Hydro

BC leads the country in clean energy support—especially for heat pumps.

Available Rebates:

CleanBC Better Homes Program

• Up to $16,000 for low-income households installing cold-climate heat pumps
• Moderate-income households: up to $10,500
• Insulation: $1,200
• Free energy coaching available

BC Hydro

• Smart thermostats: $100
• EV charger rebates (with FortisBC): Up to $350
• Net metering: full retail credit for exported solar

Ontario – Enbridge HER+ & Utility Offers

Ontario Highlights:

Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+)

• Up to $10,000 in rebates
• Covers air sealing, insulation, windows, and heat pumps
• Must be an Enbridge Gas customer

Select Utilities (Alectra, Hydro One)

• EV charger rebates: $250–$600
• Smart thermostats: $75–$100

Pro Tip:
You must book a home energy assessment before starting work to qualify for HER+—don’t skip this step.

Alberta – Local Programs & CEIP Financing

Alberta has no province-wide program, but many cities offer strong local support.

Key Offers:

Calgary Solar Rebate

• $0.40/Watt, up to $4,000

Edmonton CEIP (Clean Energy Improvement Program)

• Property-assessed financing for solar, heat pumps, and insulation
• Pay through your property tax bill

Banff, Lethbridge, Canmore

• Local rebates for heat pumps, windows, and energy-efficient upgrades

Bonus:
Alberta has some of the highest solar yields in Canada—1,300–1,400 kWh/kW/year—making ROI very strong.

Atlantic Canada – Generous Rebates for Heat Pumps

Programs here often focus on affordability and electric heating upgrades.

Breakdown by Province:

Nova Scotia (Efficiency NS)

• Up to $5,000 for heat pumps
• 0% interest solar loans
• OHPA: up to $15,000 for oil switchers

Prince Edward Island

• Up to $10,000 for low- and moderate-income households
• ASHP: $1,200–$4,500
• EV charger rebate: $750
• Free heat pump for income-qualified homeowners

New Brunswick

• THESP: Up to $4,000 for bundles (windows, insulation, etc.)
• Free mini-split heat pumps for households earning < $70,000/year

Newfoundland & Labrador

• takeCHARGE Program: $6,500–$22,000 for oil-to-electric switch
• Includes insulation, thermostat, and air sealing rebates

Quebec – Heat Pump & Smart Home Upgrades

Provincial Offers:

Chauffez Vert

• Up to $5,000 to switch from oil to electric heating or a heat pump
• Stacks with federal OHPA

Hydro-Québec LogisVert

• Smart thermostats: $100
• EV charger: $600
• Additional appliance and insulation rebates available

Prairies & Territories – What’s Available?

Saskatchewan

• SaskPower Net Metering
• Credit for exported solar energy (up to 100 kW systems)
• No provincial rebate currently

Manitoba

• Efficiency Manitoba
• Solar: $500/kW, up to $2,500
• Windows: up to $2,000
• Home Energy Efficiency Loan:
  • Up to $20,000, 4.8% interest, contractor participation required

Yukon

• Good Energy Program
• Heat pumps: Up to $24,000
• Solar: $800/kW, up to $5,000/year
• Insulation & air sealing: up to $12,000

Northwest Territories

• Arctic Energy Alliance
• Rebates for heat pumps, pellet stoves, insulation, appliances
• Expanded HVAC support for 2025–26

Nunavut

• Renewable Energy Homeowners Grant
• Covers 50% of eligible solar PV net-metering costs, up to $30,000
• Includes structural upgrades and permits

Conclusion

Whether you’re looking to slash your heating bills, switch to solar, or make your home more comfortable year-round, Canada’s 2025 incentives can make it affordable—and even free in some cases.

But they vary province by province, so don’t guess.