Heat Pump Rebates in Northwest Territories
Arctic Energy Alliance programs support heat pumps where viable.
Climate Zone
8
Install Cost Range
$10,000–$25,000
Max Grants
Up to $60,000
Net Metering
Limited
Provincial Rebate Programs
Arctic Energy Alliance Residential Energy Efficiency
Arctic Energy Alliance
Up to $5,000
NWT residents in communities with grid-connected electricity installing eligible heating upgrades.
Program details →Federal Programs
Canada Greener Homes Loan
Natural Resources Canada
Up to $40,000
Interest-free loan up to $40,000 with a 10-year repayment term for eligible home retrofits including heat pumps.
Program details →Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA)
Natural Resources Canada
Up to $15,000
Grant of up to $15,000 for homeowners switching from oil or propane heating to an eligible heat pump system.
Program details →Major Utilities
Top Cities in Northwest Territories
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a heat pump cost in Northwest Territories?
Typical heat pump installation costs in Northwest Territories range from $10,000 to $25,000 before rebates. Costs vary by system type, home size, and region.
What heat pump rebates are available in Northwest Territories?
Northwest Territories homeowners may qualify for up to $60,000 in combined federal and provincial grants. Programs include Arctic Energy Alliance Residential Energy Efficiency, plus federal programs like Canada Greener Homes Loan.
Do heat pumps work in Northwest Territories's climate?
Yes. Northwest Territories is in climate zone 8. Modern cold-climate heat pumps (ccASHP) operate efficiently to -25°C or below. System sizing and backup heating requirements vary by region within the province.
Heat pump viability is limited to southern NWT communities (Yellowknife, Hay River) with design temps above -40°C. Far northern communities rely on diesel and biomass heating.
Last verified: 2026-03-01
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