Last updated: June 2026
What heat pump rebates can I get in Ontario in 2026?
In 2026 the main open program is Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program, which rebates air-source heat pumps at $500 per ton (max $2,000) in gas-heated homes and $1,250 per ton (max $7,500) in electric, oil, propane or wood-heated homes, plus up to $12,000 for ground-source. Income-qualified oil-heat homeowners may also use the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program until July 31, 2026.
Rebate amounts depend on your current heating fuel, the equipment you install and your eligibility. We help homeowners pick qualifying equipment and navigate the paperwork. See the heat pumps we install and our heat pump service.
The Home Renovation Savings Program (open)
This is the program to lead with in 2026. Delivered by Save on Energy in partnership with Enbridge Gas, it is confirmed open and currently runs through November 2026 (it can close earlier if funding runs out). Headline rebates:
- Air-source heat pump, gas-heated home: $500 per ton, up to $2,000.
- Air-source heat pump, electric / oil / propane / wood home: $1,250 per ton, up to $7,500.
- Ground-source (geothermal) heat pump: up to $12,000.
- Smart thermostat: $75, as an instant rebate or after purchase.
Equipment must be on the official 2026 ENERGY STAR certified list and installed by a licensed contractor, which is exactly what our TSSA-certified team is. Note this program does not pay a rebate for a standard furnace replacement, it is focused on heat pumps, building envelope and thermostats.
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (open until July 31, 2026)
If you currently heat with oil and meet the income criteria, the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program offers up to $10,000 plus a $250 upfront payment to switch to an eligible heat pump. The last day to apply is July 31, 2026, so this is time-sensitive. Contact us early if this applies to you.
Which programs have closed?
Be careful with older advice online. The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed: applications ran from 2021 to early 2024, and the final deadline passed on December 31, 2025. Many HVAC articles still list it as offering "up to $5,000", but it is no longer available. The earlier Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus has been folded into the Home Renovation Savings Program described above. If a quote leans on the Greener Homes Grant, it is out of date.
How much does a heat pump cost before rebates?
As a 2026 guide for Ontario, a ducted cold-climate central heat pump typically costs about $14,000 to $18,000 installed; smaller ductless systems start lower, around $7,000, and large premium whole-home systems can exceed $21,000. Rebates and our $0-down financing bring the out-of-pocket cost down, and a maintenance plan keeps the system efficient and under warranty after install. We size every system for the local winter so it actually performs when it is cold.
How do I claim a rebate?
Most rebates require an eligible, certified system installed by a licensed contractor, with documentation submitted afterward. We help you choose qualifying equipment and complete the steps. The simplest path is to request a quote and tell us your current heating fuel, so we can confirm which programs you qualify for.
Frequently asked
Is the Canada Greener Homes Grant still available in 2026?
No. The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed. Applications ran from 2021 to early 2024 and the final deadline passed on December 31, 2025. Articles that still list it as active are out of date. The current Ontario program is the Home Renovation Savings Program.
How much is the Ontario heat pump rebate?
Under the Home Renovation Savings Program, air-source heat pumps are rebated at $500 per ton (up to $2,000) in gas-heated homes and $1,250 per ton (up to $7,500) in electric, oil, propane or wood-heated homes. Ground-source systems can get up to $12,000.
Is there a rebate for switching from oil heat?
Yes. The federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program offers income-qualified oil-heat homeowners up to $10,000 plus $250 upfront to install an eligible heat pump, but the last day to apply is July 31, 2026.
Can you help me apply for the rebate?
Yes. We install qualifying, certified equipment and help you complete the documentation. Request a quote and tell us your current heating fuel so we can confirm which programs you qualify for.
Program status confirmed June 2026. Sources: Save on Energy, Home Renovation Savings Program (saveonenergy.ca/homerenovationsavings, accessed June 2026); Natural Resources Canada, Canada Greener Homes Grant (closed) and Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program (natural-resources.canada.ca, accessed June 2026); heat pump cost ranges from FurnacePrices.ca and Bridlewood Mechanical (accessed June 2026). Rebate programs and amounts can change without notice; confirm current details before purchase and contact us for guidance.