Ontario rebate
Home Renovation Savings
A rebate for eligible Ontario homeowners installing a qualifying heat pump.
Up to $7,500 for eligible air-source purchases
ONTARIO HEAT PUMP REBATES
Ontario heat pump rebates, made simple.
See the current programs, how much may be available and what to do before you buy a heat pump.
Official program sources No contact information required
QUICK REBATE CHECK
Start with two quick questions.
We’ll show you the programs that are most likely to matter.
CURRENT PROGRAMS
Three Ontario programs worth knowing about.
One is a heat-pump rebate, one can provide no-cost upgrades for qualifying households, and one offers financing for Ottawa homeowners.
No-cost upgrades
Energy Affordability Program
Qualifying households may receive an assessment and approved upgrades, including a heat pump, at no cost.
Approved upgrades at no cost
Ottawa financing
Better Homes Ottawa
City-backed financing for eligible Ottawa home-energy upgrades, including heat pumps.
20-year financing at the current published rate
Ottawa note: Better Homes Ottawa currently has conflicting published heat-pump incentive figures. We show the financing program but do not guess at the separate incentive amount. See the details.
OFFICIAL PROGRAM LINKS
Check the program at the source.
Use our plain-English guides to understand the basics, then use the official program website when you are ready to confirm details or apply.
BEFORE YOU BUY
Start with the program. Then choose the heat pump.
Where you live, how your home is heated and whether you own or rent are usually enough to identify the programs worth checking. From there, you can compare heat pumps and get a quote.
Use the simple checklistCheck the program first.
Some programs need approval before installation. Check before you sign or schedule the work.
Get the rebate in writing.
If a quote includes a rebate, ask the contractor to confirm the amount and the exact system being used.
Keep your paperwork.
Save the quote, approval and final invoice until the rebate is complete.
HEAT PUMP OPTIONS
See heat pumps AirZone installs in Ottawa.
Compare central, side-discharge and cold-climate options. The right system depends on your home, budget and heating plan.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Straight answers about Ontario heat pump rebates.
The basics most homeowners want to know before getting quotes.
See official sourcesHow much can I get for a heat pump in Ontario?
It depends on the program, your current heating fuel and the heat pump being installed. Under Home Renovation Savings, eligible purchased air-source systems can currently receive up to $7,500 for some heating-fuel categories. Enbridge natural-gas homes use a lower rebate schedule.
Do I need approval before the heat pump is installed?
For Home Renovation Savings, yes. Get the required approval before installation. Better Homes Ottawa also has steps that need to happen before the retrofit begins.
Can renters get help with a heat pump?
The Home Renovation Savings rebate is for homeowners. The Energy Affordability Program may be available to qualifying electrically heated renters.
Does every heat pump qualify for a rebate?
No. The exact system needs to meet the current program rules. Ask your contractor to confirm the system and expected rebate in writing before you rely on it.
Can AirZone help with the rebate in Ottawa?
Yes. AirZone can assess the home, recommend suitable heat-pump options and explain the current rebate process as part of an Ottawa-area installation quote.