Looking to make some energy-efficient upgrades to your home? From solar panels to heat pumps and all that is in between. We've got you covered. In this article, you can find a snapshot of programs offered in the Ottawa area. If you have any questions, contact the Reliable team today!
- Home Renovation Savings Program (HRS)
- Better Homes Ottawa
- Oil to Heat Pump Affordability
- Better Homes Ottawa
- Greener Homes Loan
New Federal Heat Pump Rebate – Get Up to $10,000 in 2026/2027
Effective: Oct 2nd, 2026
The Government of Canada has announced a new National Heat Pump Rebate Program, providing eligible homeowners with $2,000 or up to $10,000 toward the installation of an energy-efficient, cold-climate electric heat pump.
Backed by a $2-billion federal investment, the program aims to make energy-efficient heating more affordable while helping Canadian households reduce energy costs and emissions.
How do I get started?
Get Help Choosing an Eligible Heat Pump
At Reliable Home Environment, we help Ottawa homeowners find heating and cooling solutions that suit their homes, comfort requirements, and energy-efficiency goals.
Whether you are replacing an aging furnace or planning to upgrade your home's heating system, our team can help you explore eligible heat pump options and understand the installation requirements associated with available government incentives.
Contact Reliable Home Environment at (613) 274-3800 to discuss your heat pump installation and prepare for the new federal rebate program.
For the latest eligibility requirements, rebate amounts, and application updates, visit the official Government of Canada National Heat Pump Rebate Program.
How Much Can You Receive?
Eligible homeowners may qualify for:
- Up to $10,000: For households with after-tax incomes at or below the applicable provincial median-income threshold.
- $2,000: For households above the applicable income threshold.
The higher rebate amount is determined by household size and after-tax income, using 2025 income tax information.
Who Qualifies for the Rebate?
To qualify, homeowners must meet the program requirements, including:
- Own and reside in a home in Canada.
- Install an eligible cold-climate electric air-source heat pump listed on the federal Eligible Products List.
- Purchase the equipment from and have it installed by an HVAC contractor.
- Install a system capable of heating the entire home.
- Have no previous federal heat pump funding for the property.
The program accommodates homes currently heated with natural gas, oil, propane, electricity, and other fuel sources. No pre- or post-installation EnerGuide energy audits are required.
When Can You Apply?
The program includes a retroactive eligibility date of November 1, 2026. Homeowners who install an eligible heat pump on or after this date may qualify once applications open in early 2027.
If you install before the program launches, keep your invoices and receipts, including the equipment make, model, AHRI number, contractor details, installation address, and total project cost. Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted within six months of installation.
Important: Installing an eligible system does not guarantee rebate approval. Payments will be issued only after the program launches and applications are reviewed and approved.
Can You Combine the Federal Rebate With Ontario Incentives?
Yes. The federal program is designed to complement existing provincial incentives. Eligible Ontario homeowners may be able to combine the federal rebate with programs such as the Home Renovation Savings Program, subject to each program's eligibility and stacking requirements.
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRS)
Effective: January 28th, 2025
The program includes two streams: 2+ upgrades (requires Home Energy Assessment) and at least 1+ (requires No Home Energy Assessment).
Rebates vary based on the upgrade, with a maximum of $5,000 for Enbridge gas-heated homes and $10,000 for electrically heated homes.
How do I get started?
- Check your eligibility here.
- If eligible, before you apply:
- Homes heated by Enbridge Gas or connected to Ontario’s electricity grid.
- Detached, semi-detached, row/town homes, or mobile homes (permanent foundation).
- Must be occupied for at least 6 months (new builds excluded).
- Additional notes:
- No "grandfathering" for ongoing HER or HER+ program participants.
- Canada Greener Homes Loan is stackable; rebate stacking within the program is not allowed.
Better Homes Ottawa
Status: Currently available
This program offers low-interest, 20-year loans of up to $125,000 (or 10 percent of the current value assessment of the home, whichever is less) to cover the cost of home energy improvements. Eligible measures include thermal envelope upgrades, mechanical systems, renewable energy, EV chargers (Level 2), and the addition of rental suites (up to a maximum of 30% of the value of the loan).
See Better Homes Ottawa for more details.
How do I get started?
- Start by Finding the Right Incentive.
- If eligible, enroll today in the Better Homes Loan Program:
- If you have any questions, let us know!
Government Program: Oil to Heat Pump Affordability
Status: Currently available
The program helps eligible homeowners with median income or less who are currently heating their homes with oil make the transition to a better, more efficient option.
There is no need for a home energy evaluation as part of this program.
The strengthened program is available to eligible homeowners to help transition to an eligible heat pump system.
How do I get started?
- Check your eligibility here.
- If eligible, before you apply:
- Review how the program process works.
- Make sure you fully read and understand what you will need to apply.
- Be ready to complete the work within 6 months of receiving your upfront payment.
Disclaimers
Cannot be combined with any other coupons, discounts, offers, or promotions unless stated otherwise