Grants & Rebates

Maximize your solar investment with Canadian grants, rebates, and incentives. Complete 2025 guide to federal, provincial, utility, and municipal programs that can save you thousands on your solar installation.

Top Programs for 2025

Most impactful incentives available to Canadian homeowners

$5K

Federal Greener Homes Grant

Status: Existing participants only (closed to new applicants)
Benefit: Up to $5,000 for approved retrofits including solar PV ($1,000/kW)
Deadline: December 31, 2025

$10K

BC Hydro Solar + Battery Rebates

Status: Open
Benefit: Up to $5,000 (PV) + $5,000 (Battery) = $10,000 total
Details: $1,000/kW for solar, $500/kWh for batteries

$5K

Manitoba Solar Rebate

Status: Open
Benefit: $0.50 per DC watt, maximum $5,000 per home
Capacity: Up to 10 kW systems

Federal solar grants
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Canada Greener Homes Initiative: Final Year for Existing Participants

Complete guide for existing Greener Homes participants. Grant requirements, documentation needed, and how to complete your retrofit journey before the December 31, 2025 deadline.

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BC Hydro rebates
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BC Hydro Solar & Battery Rebates 2025: How to Qualify and Apply

Maximize BC Hydro's generous rebates: $1,000/kW for solar and $500/kWh for batteries. Understanding pre-approval requirements, equipment standards, and program changes for 2026.

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Ontario solar incentives
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Ontario Home Renovation Savings: Load-Displacement Solar Programs

Ontario's load-displacement focus for solar PV and batteries. Up to $5,000 each for qualifying projects. Understanding load-displacement vs net metering and application requirements.

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Manitoba solar incentives
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Manitoba Solar Rebate Program: $0.50/Watt Straightforward Incentive

Manitoba's simple solar rebate structure. $0.50 per DC watt up to $5,000 maximum. Easy application process, connection requirements to Manitoba Hydro grid, and project eligibility.

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Municipal solar programs
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Alberta Municipal Solar Incentives: CEIP and Community Programs

Alberta's Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) for residential solar financing. Banff, Canmore, Medicine Hat, and other municipal solar incentives across Alberta.

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Solar financing options
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Solar Financing in Canada: Loan Programs, Leases, and Power Purchase Agreements

Compare financing options for Canadian solar installations. Interest rates, terms, ownership benefits, and how financing affects eligibility for rebates and tax incentives.

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Federal affordability programs
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Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program: For Low-Income Households

Full cost coverage for recommended retrofits including solar PV for low-to-median income Canadian homeowners. Delivered through provincial partners, comprehensive energy efficiency approach.

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Heat pump programs
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Oil to Heat Pump Affordability: $10,000 Grants for Oil-Heating Homes

Up to $10,000 (or $25,000 where co-delivered) for replacing oil heating with heat pumps. How this program can complement solar installations for comprehensive home electrification.

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Community solar programs
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Community Solar Programs: Access Solar Without Roof Ownership

Nova Scotia's Community Solar Program and similar initiatives across Canada. Subscription-based solar benefits, bill credits, and how community solar complements individual rooftop installations.

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Northern territories programs
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Northern Territories Solar Incentives: NWT, Nunavut, and Yukon Programs

Generous territorial programs in northern Canada. Arctic Energy Alliance rebates in NWT, Nunavut Housing Corporation grants, and federal program applications in Yukon for remote solar installations.

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Solar Incentive Comparison by Province

Current programs available as of October 2025

British Columbia

BC Hydro: $1,000/kW + $500/kWh battery
Max Benefit: $10,000
Status: Open

Alberta

Municipal: Various CEIP programs
Max Benefit: Varies by municipality
Status: Open

Saskatchewan

Net Metering: Retail credit carry-forward
Benefit: Bill credits don't expire
Status: Available

Manitoba

Rebate: $0.50/W DC
Max Benefit: $5,000
Status: Open

Ontario

Load-Displacement: $1,000/kW + $300/kWh battery
Max Benefit: $8,000
Status: Open

Nova Scotia

Community Solar: $0.02/kWh credits
Benefit: Bill credits for life
Status: Community Program Open

Application Timeline & Best Practices

Strategic approach to maximize your solar incentives

Before You Start

  • ✓ Verify program eligibility
  • ✓ Get pre-approval where required
  • ✓ Confirm equipment standards
  • ✓ Document current home energy usage
  • ✓ Obtain necessary permits

During Installation

  • ✓ Follow program-specific requirements
  • ✓ Use certified installers
  • ✓ Keep all receipts and documentation
  • ✓ Take progress photos if required
  • ✓ Schedule inspections

After Completion

  • ✓ Submit final applications promptly
  • ✓ Provide interconnection approval
  • ✓ Submit equipment certification docs
  • ✓ Follow up on application status
  • ✓ Keep records for tax purposes

Important Deadlines

December 31, 2025

Canada Greener Homes Grant program closes for existing participants. Must complete all work and submit final claims.

October 1, 2025

Canada Greener Homes Loan program closed to new applicants (existing participants continue).

April 1, 2026

BC Hydro battery rebate changes take effect. Peak Saver enrollment required for full eligibility.

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