Heat Pump Rebates Canada 2026

Canadian homeowners can access federal and provincial programs. The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) grant offers up to $15,000 for homes switching from oil or propane. BC residents can access CleanBC up to $16,000 (income-qualified, electric heat) plus BC Hydro rebates up to $4,000. Alberta offers up to $3,000 through Efficiency Alberta. Most provinces have their own programs — use our Rebates Hub to find your province.

Yes — federal and provincial rebates can often be combined. For example, a BC homeowner switching from oil heat could combine OHPA ($15,000) + CleanBC ($4,000–$16,000) + BC Hydro ($4,000) for up to $23,000+ in combined assistance. Each program has its own eligibility and application timeline — always register before purchasing equipment.

The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program is a federal grant of up to $15,000 for homeowners switching from oil or propane heating to an eligible heat pump. It is available in all provinces and territories. Apply through canada.ca/greener-homes before purchasing equipment — retroactive applications are not accepted.

Most Canadian rebate programs require installation by a registered contractor. BC programs require an HPCN (Heat Pump Contractor Network) registered installer. Always confirm contractor eligibility with the program administrator before signing a contract.

Many Canadian homes — especially older ones — have 100A panels that may lack capacity for a heat pump plus existing loads. Use our free CEC Rule 8-200 panel auditor to check your panel before installation. Most heat pumps require 30–60A of dedicated capacity. A panel upgrade costs $3,000–$6,000 but is often eligible for additional rebates.